The Restaurant

Legado, meaning ‘legacy’ in Spanish will showcase the depth and diversity of Spanish food. With over two decades of experience leading Spanish cuisine in London, Chef Nieves is bringing her vision to life at Legado, a celebration of Spain’s regional culinary heritage.

Legado will open summer 2025 in Montacute Yards, just off Shoreditch High Street.

The position

The Successful Bar Manager will have:

• Previous experience managing a high-volume, quality bar or restaurant
• Proven experience as a Bar Manager or in a similar role at a high-volume, upscale establishment
• Passion for Excellence: Your unwavering commitment to excellence in food, beverages, and hospitality is evident in everything you do. You possess a creative approach, an impeccable attention to detail, and an innate desire to deliver exceptional experiences that leave guests in awe
• Leadership and Flexibility: as Bar Manager, you will be an influential leader, guiding and motivating a team of professionals. Your exceptional interpersonal skills, outgoing personality, and adaptability to a dynamic and fast-paced environment will foster collaboration and create a positive work atmosphere

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage beverage operations
• Lead and motivate a small bar team, ensuring consistent and exceptional service to guests
• Manage and maintain appropriate stock levels, ensure timely ordering, and oversee efficient inventory management monthly
• Ensure compliance with licensing laws, health and safety regulations, hygiene standards, and maintain a safe environment for staff
• Collaborate with the culinary and drinks team to create food and beverage pairings that enhance the overall dining experience seasonally 
• Stay informed about industry trends and developments
• Maintain and develop excellent knowledge of wine, suppliers, and attend wine tastings along side wine manager
• Expectation to run shifts on the floor
• Deliver regular, relevant wine training sessions for the team

Skills & Attributes:

• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate the team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused approach
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Familiarity with inventory management software and POS systems

Benefits & Culture

Our team is the most important part of our business, translating our passion for genuine hospitality to our guests every day. We are proud to work with industry-leading talent and recognise the importance of offering our teams the tools, guidance and experience necessary to build confidence and grow.

We encourage you to bring your whole self to work and celebrate the skills and characteristics that make you unique. Your commitment to be kind and work hard comes with a range of benefits such as:

Treat Yourself

• Monthly JKS Dining Out Allowance
• Up to 50% off dining across JKS Restaurants
• Retail & Takeaway Discounts
• Code App Membership
• Company tech scheme

Look After Yourself

• Discounted Gym Membership
• Wagestream – stream your pay earlier
• Company Donations for your involvement with Charities
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Program
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Access to Financial Advice
• Wedding Gift & New-born Care Package - Celebrating your big occasions
• Season Ticket Loan

Progress Yourself

• Access to our fantastic L&D Calendar
• A personalised learning & development plan to develop your skills and knowledge
• Career progression with a fast-growing, critically acclaimed restaurant group.

Be Yourself

• Additional holiday for every year with us (rising to 30 days)
• Employee referral scheme - paying up to £600 per referral
• Staff parties & long service awards

The Group

JKS Restaurants was founded by siblings Jyotin, Karam and Sunaina Sethi in November 2008. The group has received critical acclaim and industry recognition since its inception, including 7 Michelin stars, 4 Michelin Bib Gourmands and one restaurant ranked in the World’s 100 Best restaurants.

The JKS portfolio currently includes Michelin Starred restaurants Trishna, Gymkhana, Kitchen Table, Sabor and Lyle’s; as well as cult favourites Hoppers, BAO, Brigadiers, Berenjak, Plaza Khao Gaeng, Speedboat Bar and Bibi. Pubs include The Cadogan Arms and The George.

JKS Restaurants offers a unique chance to either pursue a career in fine dining or develop within casual trend focused cuisine, with opportunities across all disciplines for those looking to progress their careers within a people focused, collaborative hospitality group.