Assistant Bar Manager - New Opening

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Assistant Bar Manager - Ma/na - New Opening
Opening in January 2026 on Upper Grosvenor Street, MA/NA is born from the Japanese philosophy that every ingredient carries an invisible power a life-force shaped by nature and the hands that honour it.
Mana is the spiritual energy that exists beneath the surface of all things. It is felt rather than seen transforming emotion into experience, and a meal into memory.
Guided by this belief, MA/NA offers a seamless blend of restaurant and bar refined Japanese dishes alongside an exceptional cocktail, wine and sake list. Here, cocktails flow effortlessly into dinner, and dinner naturally returns to drinks.
Every element from design and service to sound and light is intentional. Each detail celebrates the extraordinary within the simple.
The Role Assistant Bar Manager As Assistant Bar Manager at MA/NA, you will support the leadership and execution of an exceptional bar programme that balances precision, creativity, and craft.
Working closely with the Bar Manager, you will help deliver a world-class cocktail offering that reflects harmony, discovery, and respect for technique. You will play a key role in guiding guests through a journey of flavour, texture, and emotion, bringing the philosophy and energy of MA/NA to life at the bar.
You will act as a leader on the floor, supporting the bar team through service, training, and daily operations, while helping ensure seamless collaboration between bar, kitchen, and floor teams. This role is ideal for a driven and thoughtful bar professional ready to step into senior leadership within a landmark opening.
Key Responsibilities Support the Bar Manager in overseeing daily bar operations, service standards, and team performance
Assist in the development, execution, and maintenance of the cocktail menu in line with MA/NAs philosophy
Deliver refined, intuitive, and emotionally engaging guest experiences during service
Lead by example behind the bar, ensuring consistency, precision, and calm under pressure
Support training, mentoring, and development of bartenders and barbacks
Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef, Head Sommelier, and wider beverage team to ensure harmony between cocktails, food, wine, and sake
Assist with inventory management, stock control, ordering, and supplier relationships
Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, organisation, and presentation behind the bar
Contribute creatively through tastings, research, and industry engagement
Step into full bar leadership in the absence of the Bar Manager
What Were Looking For Experience as a Senior Bartender, Assistant Bar Manager, or Head Bartender in a fine dining or high-end cocktail environment
Strong understanding of classic and contemporary cocktail techniques and flavour structures
Knowledge of Japanese spirits, ingredients, and bar culture (or a strong desire to deepen this knowledge)
Confident leadership presence with a collaborative and supportive mindset
Refined palate, creativity, and strong attention to detail
Excellent guest communication and storytelling skills
Organised, disciplined, and composed during busy services
A genuine ambition to grow into a Bar Manager role within a leading hospitality group
What We Offer Competitive salary and service charge package
Opportunity to be part of a flagship opening within the Thesleff Group
Clear development pathway toward Bar Manager and senior leadership roles
Collaboration with world-class chefs, sommeliers, and beverage professionals
Ongoing training, tastings, and professional development
Staff meals, wellness initiatives, and a supportive, creative working environment
Join the MA/NA Opening Team If you are driven by balance, curiosity, and craft and are ready to grow as a leader within a bar experience where emotion meets precision wed love to hear from you.

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Location:
Brent
Job Type:
FullTime

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