Brown's Hotel, London's first hotel, has a rich history since its opening on Albemarle Street in 1832. Over the years, it has become a prestigious landmark, welcoming distinguished guests from various walks of life. Situated in the heart of Mayfair, the hotel offers guests easy access to iconic locations such as Bond Street's luxury boutiques, Dover Street Market, The Royal Academy of Arts, and a wide selection of independent art galleries.
As part of the Rocco Forte Hotels group, Brown's Hotel embodies the brand's philosophy of blending local character with world-class hospitality. Rocco Forte Hotels is a collection of iconic establishments that celebrate the uniqueness of each location, allowing team members to express their
Brown's Hotel London is seeking an experienced Bar Operations Manager to lead the team at The Donovan Bar. With strong knowledge of wine, spirits, and cocktails, and experience in a luxury hospitality environment, you will oversee daily operations, deliver exceptional guest experiences, and lead the team to maintain outstanding service standards.
As a valued part of the Forte family, you will:
Lead and inspire the bar team by setting exceptional service standards
Manage daily bar operations and oversee smooth floor service
Deliver outstanding guest experiences and exceed expectations
Train, coach, and develop team members to support performance and growth
Foster a positive, professional, and high-performing team culture
Ensure the department consistently delivers luxury service standards
Seek opportunities to learn, improve, and develop others
Maintain strong knowledge of market trends, competitors, and the business model
Use financial and operational management principles to achieve business results
Take ownership of departmental performance and day-to-day operations
Support workforce planning and recruitment activities
Work closely with senior management to drive operational excellence
Maintain excellent product knowledge across wines, spirits, and cocktails
Who we are looking for
We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Bar Operations Manager who is passionate about celebrating the individuality of our hotels and guests. We are looking a team member who brings:
A genuine passion for delivering exceptional, unrivalled 5-star service, ensuring everyone feels valued and respected.
A positive attitude and a willingness to learn, adapt, and grow within the hospitality industry.
Enthusiasm and a strong work ethic.
The ability to work in a fast-paced environment & handling multiple tasks.
The ability to create personalized, memorable experiences and build lasting relationships with our guests and team members
Independence while collaborating effectively within teams and across departments.
A commitment to maintaining high standards of hygiene, health, and safety.
Why join us at Rocco Forte Hotels?
Being part of Rocco Forte Hotels means engaging in a career where passion and dedication are recognised and rewarded, making it an ideal place for those seeking growth and excellence in the hospitality industry.
Working with us provides access to the following perks:
Discounted rates across our collection of iconic hotels - £25/€30 per night
50% discount on Food and Beverage, 25% discount on Spa Treatments & 20% discount on Health Spa products
Extensive learning and development opportunities
Meals on duty
Social activities and events
Recognition programs & Annual awards
Pension Scheme
Season Ticket Loan / Cycle to Work Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Ready to take your next step in your career?
Apply now to become a valued part of Rocco Forte Hotels, an inspirational place to work, known for its commitment to excellence and a sense of familiar family culture everywhere, combined with the passion, commitment and desire from team members to delight guests and serve one another.
In much more than a name, Rocco Forte Hotels is the #ForteFamily.
At its head are Sir Rocco, his sister Olga and his three children. Behind it are four generations of Forte hoteliers.
It is in every way a family business; a shared love evident in every Rocco Forte Hotel – each exuding the Forte’s innate Anglo-Italian style, sophistication, and warmth. And each welcoming you as a guest of the family.
Rocco Forte Hotels presently has 16 luxury properties 12 leading destinations. Each hotel exudes the Forte philosophy: open, intuitive service; airy, elegant design that speaks to its location; exceptional offerings in food, drink, spas and experiences; and a signature Anglo-Italian style, sophistication and warmth. Our properties are supported by our central support office located on Jermyn Street in the heart of London. Our team is a family of individuals, with a family of hoteliers that care, at the head of the company. Together we are generous, open and genuine in spirit, with our guests and with one another.
At Rocco Forte Hotels, we are committed to giving our Team Members the skills and support required to deliver unrivalled service, and most importantly, to grow in their careers. We also like giving our Team Members the very best benefits.
