Glass Half Full

The best people to work with and for are optimists. The kind of people-people that people-people like to be around. So, if you’re the kind of person everyone else looks forward to coming to work with, being at work with, who makes customers feel like friends and knows how to run a seamlessly functioning (but always learning) team, then we’d love to meet you.

About Winnifred’s Team Home

The lower ground floor of Winnifred’s is a dedicated staff-only space, thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality

Private back garden courtyard for staff

Large personal app-controlled lockers

Inviting break area with a modern kitchen, including a double fridge, dishwasher, and ample storage space

Convenient onsite laundry facilities for staff use

Elegant, bespoke staff attire by designers Shilo Engelbrecht and Lydia Pearson

Why work for us?

Unparalleled access to 14,000+ bottles from more than 63 celebrated growers and Grand Marque houses

Grow your wine and food knowledge through hands-on training with leading industry figures and the growers themselves

Staff kitchen stocked with quality coffee, a selection of teas, and light snacks

Enjoy a 38-hour work week with a strong emphasis on work/life balance

Your time is valued—overtime and public holidays are always compensated

The Role

As the Head Bar Manager at Winnifred’s, you support the Champagne Bar and Events Manager in delivering exceptional service and maintaining smooth, high-standard operations. With a growing knowledge of grower Champagne, you help guide guests through our curated offerings while ensuring the team delivers warm, consistent hospitality. You assist with daily operations, stock management, staff support, and bar presentation, playing an active role in team training and event execution. Your reliability, enthusiasm, and hands-on approach help foster a strong, service-driven team culture.

About You

To succeed in this role, you should be a dynamic and experienced bar professional with the following qualifications and skills:

Deliver warm, attentive service that embodies Winnifred’s values.

Assist with daily bar operations, including setup, service, and close-down.

Support the Champagne Bar Manager in maintaining the bar’s presentation, ambience, and efficiency.

Provide leadership during service and mentor junior team members.

Manage bar stock levels, rotation, and display to ensure quality and appeal.

Confidently recommend and upsell premium selections to enhance guest experience.

Promote champagne education and storytelling for both staff and guests.

Help resolve operational issues to maintain a smooth day-to-day running.

Participate actively in training sessions, tastings, and event support.

Dedicated to Safety & Compliance – Certifications in Responsible Service of Alcohol, Food Safety, and First Aid (desirable).