Bar Manager

Join Urban Italian Group New Opening in Oslo as Bar Manager!

About Urban Italian Group At Urban Italian Group, we’re one of Europe’s fastest-growing hospitality groups, bringing together distinctive restaurant brands, passionate people and memorable guest experiences. As we grow, so do the opportunities for our people. We trust our teams, value ownership, and encourage ideas, energy and ambition across everything we do. About our upcoming brands in Oslo! In Oslo, we’re opening a new cluster that brings together Basta and Lola Maria — two distinctive brands with their own personality, energy and guest experience. This is an exciting opportunity to join from the beginning, help shape the opening, and be part of a growing hospitality team in a new market. The Role As Bar Manager, you will be responsible for setting up and leading a smooth, organised and high-performing bar operation from the very beginning. You will train and support the bar teams, make sure drinks are delivered with consistency and pace, and help create the right energy, quality and atmosphere across both restaurants. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys being close to service, leading by example, and building strong bar standards in a growing hospitality group. What you'll be doing Leading the bar operation across both Basta and Lola Maria Oslo.

Delivering consistent drinks quality, speed, presentation and service standards.

Training, coaching and supporting bartenders and bar team members.

Managing stock, ordering, waste control and bar organisation.

Keeping both bars clean, prepared and service-ready.

Working closely with the GMs and floor teams to create a great guest experience.

Supporting sales, upselling and a strong bar atmosphere across both venues.

You'll thrive in this role if you Previous experience as a Bar Manager, multiple location is a plus.

Experience in busy restaurants, cocktail bars or high-energy hospitality venues.

Strong drinks knowledge and pride in quality, speed and presentation.

A hands-on leadership style and the ability to bring teams with you.

Good understanding of stock, ordering, waste and bar standards.

A calm, positive and organised approach during busy service.

Passion for hospitality, people and creating memorable guest experiences.

Flexibility to work across two new restaurant openings.

Our culture and values We believe we work with people, not food. Guided by our values of Trust, Inclusion, Passion and Entrepreneurship, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and empowered to grow. What do we offer? Be part of one of Europe’s fastest-growing hospitality groups.

Build your career across multiple brands and countries.

Work alongside talented people who genuinely love hospitality.

International career opportunities.

Referral bonus scheme.

Shared accommodation (where applicable).

Friends for life.

Sound like your kind of place? If you are excited by joining us, we would love to hear from you. Bring your energy, personality and passion for hospitality to UIG in Oslo. Urban Italian Group is committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If you need a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the selection process, please tell our Talent Acquisition Team.