Assistant Bars & Duty Manager

Are you passionate about event management and the world of hospitality and ready to take the next steps in your career?

Islington Assembly Hall, an iconic London venue, is looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Assistant Bars & Duty Manager (ABDM) to join our team.

Islington Assembly Hall (IAH) is an 890-capacity venue managed by Islington Council. For over 13 years, IAH has been operating as a live music venue in the heart of the borough bringing the community huge names including Skepta, Ed Sheeran, Coldplay and Ghetts to name a few.

IAH host a diverse range of events, including live music concerts (80% of total business), wedding receptions, private and corporate functions and council events. Our bar service is a vital component of our business, playing a significant role in generating income.

As Assistant Bars & Duty Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our events, with a focus on delivering exceptional bar services. This is a unique opportunity to be part of an exciting and vibrant team, where no two days are the same.

If you have a strong background in bars and/or events, are a proactive, customer-focused and detail-oriented professional looking for a dynamic role in a thriving venue, we want to hear from you.

Please read the job description and person specification below. If you would like to talk to us more about this opportunity or ask us questions about the application form and process, we are hosting an open day at Islington Assembly Hall on 15/11/2023 at 12-2pm, email us on [email protected] or call us on 02075273353 to confirm your attendance.

The position requires the postholder to work late nights, weekends and some early mornings.

Open day for application support: 15 November 2023, 12pm-2pm.

Deadline for applications: 26 November 2023, 23:59.

Interviews: 4 December 2023.

We expect the successful candidate to start on 8 January 2024.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact the Bars and Duty Manager, Bobby Kane, on 02075273353.