Bar and Kitchen Manager

Bar and Kitchen Manager

Sherman Theatre Closing date: Fri, 27 Nov 2026

Artform: Theatre
Role: Catering & Hospitality
Contract: Permanent
Wales

Tue, 03 Nov 2026 "> published -

Job Summary

Sherman Theatre wishes to appoint a Bar and Kitchen Manager to help lead the theatre’s Front of House operation.

Job Description

Main purpose of role
To ensure the effective and profitable delivery of an appropriate Bar and Kitchen service that supports and compliments Sherman Theatre objectives both during and outside of performance times and in line with audience development objectives. Working towards agreed targets to develop a plan for Food and Beverage income generation. To lead on menu development and costings, and, working with the Head of Operations to create attractive offers, opportunities and promotions across the entire offering to maximise sales. To lead on safety, hygiene and food quality. To build a highly motivated and skilled Bar and Kitchen team. To support the Head of Operations in the customer facing operations and day to day facilities management within this busy producing and presenting theatre. As a personal licence holder, to act as Duty Manager as required.

Reports to
Head of Operations

Responsible for
Bar and Kitchen Supervisor, Bar and Kitchen Assistants, and Volunteers

Key relationships
Chief Executive, Visitor Experience Manager, Head of Audiences and Communications, Head of Finance and Administration, Head of Production and Planning, Producing & Programming Manager

Job Requirements

- 2 or more years in a management / supervisor role within the catering and bars industry.
- Demonstrable experience of working within agreed budgets and of cash handling, stock management and reconciliation systems.
- Demonstrable evidence of the effective leadership, management and motivation of teams.
- Experience of implementing effective health and safety procedures.
- Experience of managing events.
- The ability to handle financial data, undertake statistical analysis and generate realistic forecasts
- Knowledge and understanding of audience/visitor needs and expectations.
- Strong people skills: the ability to lead and motivate, to assume responsibility, to delegate appropriately and supervise effectively.
- Strong personal management skills: the ability to plan and prioritise work, deal effectively with pressure, manage competing demands and retain a positive and optimistic approach.
- Hard working, highly motivated and committed to best practice.

Job Responsibilities

To develop Sherman Theatre's Bar and Kitchen Service, ensuring a high level of customer experience and the profitable and legally compliant operation of facilities, complying with environmental health and trading standards requirements across the company at all times.
Develop and maintain a level and style of Bar and Kitchen service that is integral to and supportive of Sherman Theatre's core operations, values, programme and services. With a hands on approach you will ensure the successful operation of the Bar and Kitchen and that the service meets the requirements of each of the different types of activities of Sherman Theatre.
To drive income generation through conferences, building hires and events planning
To be fully accountable for all Bar and Kitchen stock; ordering, receiving and reporting.
Recruit, manage, train and rota Bar and Kitchen staff

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Bar and Kitchen Manager
  • Salary: £25k-£30k
  • Hours: Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Catering & Hospitality
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Fri, 27 Nov 2026
  • Location: Wales | view on Google Maps

Job: Bar and Kitchen Manager

Job: Bar and Kitchen Manager

Organisation: Sherman Theatre

Postcode: CF24 4YE

How to Apply

To apply for the post, please download the application form, cover sheet and equity, diversity and inclusion form from our website and send them to us at [email protected]. Please note that, in line with our environmental policy, we are only handling applications electronically.