I’m currently working with an exciting and fast-growing bar group to recruit an experienced Head of Sales. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially driven sales leader to take ownership of a multi-site sales function, lead a high-performing team, and play a key role in driving business growth.

The successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day sales operation across multiple venues, managing a team of Sales & Events Executives while developing strategic initiatives to maximise revenue, corporate partnerships, and guest bookings.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, coach, and develop a team of Sales & Events Executives
• Oversee daily sales operations across a portfolio of venues, ensuring commercial objectives and performance targets are consistently achieved.
• Manage onboarding, training, and ongoing development to build a high-performing sales culture.
• Own and optimise reservations and event management platforms, ensuring efficient processes and maximum revenue opportunities.
• Collaborate with Operations to develop and enhance food and beverage packages for private events, celebrations, and corporate bookings.
• Lead the commercial set-up and sales strategy for new venue openings on a proactive and reactive side.
• Develop and implement proactive sales initiatives to increase repeat business, corporate accounts, and strategic partnerships.
• Monitor sales performance, produce forecasts and reports, and identify opportunities for

About You

• At least 3 years’ experience in a Senior Sales or Sales & Events leadership position within bars or restaurants
• A commercially minded leader with a proven ability to drive revenue growth and exceed sales targets.
• Experience leading, motivating, and developing successful sales teams.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience using reservations and event management systems such as SevenRooms, Tripleseat, or Desighn My Night
• Passionate about hospitality, customer service, and delivering memorable guest experiences.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

If this opportunity sounds of interest, I’d love to arrange a confidential conversation to discuss the role in more detail.

Change Hospitality are acting as an Employment Agency in this instance & due to the volume of applications we regret that only successful candidates will be contacted.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Change Hospitality is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and we strive to ensure that every employee feels valued, respected, and supported. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our organisation and enhances our ability to deliver excellence.