Assistant Bars Manager, O2 Academy Birmingham

Job Summary:

Venue: O2 Academy Birmingham  

Company: Academy Music Group  

Location: Birmingham        

Reports to: Bar manager  

Working hours: Full-time   
 
Role  
 
The assistant bar manager is responsible for O2 Academy Birmingham’s multiple bars (three rooms), stock control procedures and management of a diverse team of front-of-house employees. The role is to ensure our bars’ operation is executed to the highest standard across a wide variety of live shows, clubs and events. The assistant bar manager will work closely with the bar manager to drive financial success and achieve annual company targets.  
  
Our team  
 
Our assistant bar manager is an integral member of the team at O2 Academy Birmingham, a renowned landmark venue in the city, where our shows and events are as diverse as the individuals within it. With a positive and supportive approach, the successful candidate will inspire a dedicated, creative team, drive our core values of excellence and inclusivity, and deliver the very best experiences in live entertainment.  
  
About you  

• Experience in bar supervision or management in the hospitality industry or live venues  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office packages and EPOS systems    
• Knowledge in cellar management  
• Understanding of health and safety regulations and licensing   

  
What we need  

• Demonstrable leadership and motivation of others  
• Enthusiasm for the live events, club and hospitality industry  
• Flexibility to work irregular hours (weekends/evenings/public holidays)  
• Attention to detail and good communication skills  

What you’ll be doing  

• Recruitment and training of front-of-house employees  
• Stock management, ordering and regular stock-takes  
• Smooth running of operational responsibilities  
• Supervision of a large team  
• Achieving targets as set by the bar manager  
• Assist in forecasting revenues and cost control  
• Financial reporting  
• Cash management  
• Processing weekly payroll  
• Duty management at live events  
• Liaison with suppliers, partners and head office  
• Bars and cellars maintenance and repair and service organisation    
• Supervision of deliveries  
• First-class client and customer service  
• Highest levels of cleanliness and hygiene across all bar operations  

  
Equal opportunities 
 
We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the standard rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and home life. As a growing business, we’ll encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It’s talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender identity, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities. 
 
Our company 
 
Academy Music Group (AMG) is the UK’s leading owner and operator of live music and entertainment venues with award-winning credentials. Several of our historic theatres are unique institutions of British music and culture and our vision is to inspire artists and audiences by hosting unforgettable live performances.  

AMG is part of Live Nation Entertainment which is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, LN Media and Artist Nation Management. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Thursday 25th June 2026. We reserve the right to close applications at any time so encourage early application where possible.

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