Restaurant jobs in Scottish Borders

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced Bar Manager to join our team, here at The Blackadder Bar & Restaurant in the Scottish Borders.

Scottish winners of the 2026 Countryside Alliance Award, the Blackadder is a family-run bar & restaurant, and we pride ourselves on great food, great service and a warm atmosphere.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

· Manage and support the bar and The Blackadder team, including rotas, training, annual leave, sickness absences.

· Oversee the daily operations, including opening, closing and coordination with the kitchen.

· Deliver excellent customer service, manage bookings and resolve complaints professionally.

· Plan events and promotions to improve the customer experience and increase trade.

· Manage stock, ordering, deliveries, suppliers, wastage and complete monthly stocktakes

· Complete cashing-up, till checks, pricing and cost control.

· Ensure compliance with licensing, health and safety, food hygiene and company procedures.

· Monitor equipment and arrange repairs or maintenance when required.

· Respond to operational issues and provide reasonable out-of-hours support when necessary.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

· Previous supervisory or management experience in a busy pub, bar, restaurant or similar hospitality venue.

· Strong knowledge of day-to-day bar operations, including opening and closing procedures, cash handling, stock control and cellar management.

· Proven ability to lead, motivate and support a front-of-house team.

· Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to manage busy services calmly and resolve customer concerns professionally.

· Experience of preparing staff rotas, planning shifts and allocating duties.

· Good understanding of licensing requirements, age-verification procedures and responsible alcohol service.

· Knowledge of food hygiene, health and safety, fire safety and allergen procedures.

· Experience in managing social media.

· Ability to control costs, reduce waste and work towards agreed sales and gross-profit targets.

· Confident using EPOS systems and basic workplace software.

· Reliable, organised and able to work independently and make sound decisions.

· Flexible availability, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

· Right to work in the UK.

Desirable Criteria

· Personal Licence Holder qualification.

· Relevant hospitality, leadership, food-safety or licensing qualification.

· Experience of managing a combined pub and restaurant operation.

· Knowledge of cellar management, line cleaning and draught-beer quality.

· Experience of recruitment, induction, training and staff development.

· Experience of organising functions, entertainment or promotional events.

· Understanding of menu development, drinks selection and supplier relationships.

· Experience of analysing sales, labour costs, stock variances and other performance measures.

· First-aid & fire safety.

· Knowledge of the local area, customer base and suppliers.

Additional information

Working hours - Full time, 40 hours per week (includes weekend work)

Open 5 days per week, Wednesday to Sunday

Uniform provided

Salary - competitive to be discussed at interview

Benefits:

• Company pension

Experience:

• Hospitality: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person