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Sabine Rooftop Bar offers an exciting opportunity leading our companies premier outlet with stunning views of the London skyline and St. Paul's Cathedral from it's location on the roof of the Leonardo Royal Hotel London St Paul’s. Our team is diverse and unique, where we aim for first-class hospitality every time. The breath-taking views and botanical interior theme offer the perfect vibe for those looking to escape the husstle and bustle of the city the city below. Sabine Rooftop Bar is a sophisticated garden sanctuary with a modern vibe located on the roof of the Leonardo Royal Hotel St Pauls. Guests can expect to be transported from the busy life of London streets and enjoy the beautiful views of St Pauls. Sabine offers something for everyone from after-work drinks to weekend lounging with an array of elegant and refreshing cocktails and bar snacks.

As Venue Director you will assume responsibility for the overall management, control and administration of all bars, cellar and other... supporting areas within Sabine Rooftop Bar. Ensuring that all areas operate to the specified standards of the hotel and department whilst adhering to company and statutory regulations. You will be responsible for reviewing, evaluating, planning and acting so that the department achieves its targets; and that both internal and external customer's receive quality service. You will also be responsible for being part of the journey and opening of our new Sabine in early 2025 when the venue will have a complete refurbishment and transition to an exciting new offering.

The key responsibilities include:
• To have full operational knowledge of the preparation, storage and service of all alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and bar food items.
• Ensure that cellar management arrangements and duties (including maintenance of dispensing equipment), are conducted effectively and safely. Assist with periodic stocktaking procedures.
• Review competitor activity and market trends and make suggestions to keep ahead of ‘the curve’
• Frequent review of performance to identify opportunities for growth
• Financial accountability and control of all operating costs in line with set targets
• Assist with planning and organising of special functions/seasonal events/projects.
• Ensure effective team communication flows throughout the bar

Some of the perks our colleagues enjoy include:
• Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe: get planning that city break you’ve been dreaming of!
• Company-wide recognition scheme: for being your fabulous self, you could earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shops
• Meals on duty
• Talent referral scheme: earn yourself a bonus for recommending a friend to join us
• We love to get together and celebrate: we regularly host Thank You Week (your hotel could have anything from ice cream trucks to pizza parties) and every year we get dressed up in our fanciest threads to host our Employee Awards Celebration
• The important stuff: access to the Company Pension Scheme, Life Assurance and Wellbeing Support
• Ongoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progression

Our ideal Rooftop Bar Manager, will have:
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Previous opening experience (desirable)
• Confident, energetic & positive approach to work
• Positive and passionate focus on food and beverage service – with a flair for hospitality
• Experience in leading a team with the ability to be flexible and agile
• Previous P&L accountability and evidence of commercial acumen; entrepreneurial spirit
• Ability to effectively switch between being the leader and a team player according to the situation at hand
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Willing to work evenings and weekends as required

Our Story

Sabine Rooftop Bar opened in 2021 to rave review's and has been at the heart of night life in the City of London since. An extremely popular venue with a mix of clientele, the bar and it's management team have created something truly special. In early 2025, the bar will transition once again to new heights when the venue undergoes substantial investment to ensure we continue to be one of the leading venues for years to come.

Why come join us?

We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Once you’re part of the team, you’re part of the Leonardo community and it’s our role to keep you at the top of your game as a Head of Department (HOD)! Our HODs hold key team leadership roles, so we support your management skills with our “People Programme” and “Passion 4 People Leonardo Culture” workshops.

To develop vital business and people skills we offer an 8-month “Fast Forward Programme”, or if the time is right our longer-term “Accelerate Programme” will prepare you for your first DGM or Operations Manager role! “Accelerate” develops your abilities and expertise at Leonardo Hotels, along with an Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) certificate and membership of the Institute of Hospitality (IoH). With our support on tap, top-notch practical training and clear progression you’ll be on track for a brilliant future in Hospitality

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