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ABOUT GROW

GROW is an independent and grassroots cultural space with international impact, based in Hackney Wick. The venue includes busy bars, kitchen and indoor and outdoor areas from which people enjoy good food, drinks and cultural and community events throughout the day into the night.  Since opening in 2014, our aim is to extend opportunities for people to enjoy a creative and nurturing environment whilst exploring ecological and social sustainability. We are an accredited Hackney Nights Venue and part of an ecosystem of artist and maker spaces and a working yard called Grow Studios.

GROW is an equal opportunities employer, committed to building a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all individuals.

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BAR MANAGER

Location: Grow, Hackney Wick, E9 5LN
Reports to: Venue & Experience Manager
Responsible for: Leading and supporting the Bar Team during shifts
Contract: 6-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension
Salary: £34,000 per annum (pro rata) + service charge
Hours: Minimum 25 hours per week, with flexibility to increase up to 40 hours depending on operational needs. Both full-time and part-time applicants will be considered.
Availability: Candidates must be available to work evenings and weekends as required.
Start Date: June 2026

Overview

Grow Hackney is an independent canalside venue for music, art, food and community. Since 2014, we’ve operated as an ongoing experiment in culture, sustainability, and ethical business practice.

We’re looking for a Bar Manager who can lead from the front. Balancing excellent service, strong team leadership, and smooth operations, and with an understanding of the wider context we operate in: grassroots culture, community, and sustainability. This is a hands-on role for someone who cares about people, place, and purpose as much as performance.

Key Responsibilities

Service & Operations

  • Oversee the day-to-day running of the bars across service and events

  • Lead shifts from the floor, ensuring a warm, efficient and inclusive customer experience

  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness, presentation, and atmosphere

  • Manage opening/closing procedures and troubleshoot issues in real time

Team Leadership

  • Train, and support a diverse bar team

  • Work with the V&E Manager to ensure rotas balance team wellbeing with business needs

  • Foster a positive, respectful and communicative working culture

  • Lead by example - calm, solutions-focused, and consistent

  • Support Team development and hold accountability where needed

Stock & Financial Oversight

  • Support in product and equipment ordering, stock control, and wastage

  • Monitor bar profitability and margins, labour, and bar performance in line with targets

  • Ensure accurate end-of-day processes

  • Improve efficiency and margins where possible

Events & Programming Support

  • Ensure all bars are staffed and prepped appropriately for varying shift/event formats

  • Work with creative partners on site to deliver music, arts, and community events

Compliance & Responsibility

  • Uphold licensing laws and responsible alcohol service

  • Ensure health & safety and hygiene standards are consistently met

  • Act as a key point of responsibility during service

Sustainability & Ethos

  • Support Grow’s commitment to sustainability and ethical practice (including London Living Wage and using Green energy)

  • Minimise waste and encourage responsible use of resources

  • Represent Grow’s values in how the space is run and how people are treated

Skills & Experience

  • Experience in a bar or hospitality management role (ideally in events-led venues)

  • Strong leadership and team management skills

  • Confident in high-volume, fast-paced environments

  • Good understanding of stock control, margins, and labour management

  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

  • Personal licence (preferred but not essential, we will pay for training)

What We’re Looking For

  • Someone who leads with clarity, and accountability

  • A calm and grounded presence during busy or high-pressure moments

  • Passion for music, arts, and grassroots culture

  • Alignment with Grow’s values around community and sustainability

  • Proactive, organised, and hands-on

Additional Notes

  • This role requires evening and weekend availability

  • Flexibility around events and seasonal demand is essential

  • Opportunity to shape and grow within a unique, independent venue

Download Full Description (in PDF format)

To apply, please email a cover letter and CV to jordanna@growhackney.co.uk

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CHEFS

Location: Hackney Wick (E9)
Hours: Full time and Part Time Roles Available
Pay: Competitive, dependent on experience

The role

You’ll be working closely with the Head Chef and kitchen team and central to the day-to-day running and development of the kitchen. You’ll lead by example on the pass, support the head chef in driving standards, and help develop a menu that reflects Grow’s values.

About you

You’ll be an experienced, calm, and organised chef who enjoys working as part of a team. We’re looking for someone who has:

  • Strong communication, who is team focused 

  • A genuine interest in sustainability and plant-based food

  • Experience with kitchen admin, understanding of HACCP and kitchen due diligence

  • Confidence running a service and supporting a team under pressure

  • Level 2 food hygiene certification (minimum)

What we offer

  • A friendly, inclusive, and creative workplace

  • Almost daily music and cultural events

  • Free entry to gigs and live events

  • Fair working hours (kitchen closes at 9pm)

  • A genuine opportunity to grow with the business and develop professionally

  • Competitive pay, open to discussion depending on experience

Download Full Description (in PDF format)

To apply, please email a cover letter and CV to jordanna@growhackney.co.uk

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BARTENDERS AND FOOD RUNNERS

Join GROW’s friendly core team who are passionate about the space, cultural provision and sustainability -  you will be part of lots of high quality music cultural/community experiences whilst on shifts!

Benefits include:

  • 1 vegan/veggie meal when on 6+ hour per shift 

  • Access to free live music events with discounts on food and drink

  • Access to professional development opportunities, including industry seminars, workshops, or specialty certifications, including specialist wine, cocktail and beer training to develop knowledge and skills and hone your craft

Job Description and how to apply:

Please send your CV and cover letter to hello@growhackney.co.uk

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