Festival Bar Manager – Formula

Job Title:

Festival Bar Manager – Formula 1

Location:

Silverstone Circuit, Northamptonshire Contract Type:
Temporary (Event-Based) Dates: 2nd – 5th July Pay: £16 - £20ph depending on experience and bar size

Employer:

This role is delivered through Freemans Event Partners Accommodation:
On-site caravan accommodation provided (mandatory stay during event period) About the Role

We are looking for an experienced, high-energy Festival Bar Manager to lead bar operations during one of the biggest motor sport events in the world. This is a fast-paced, large-scale environment where strong leadership, organisation, and a calm approach under pressure are essential.

You will be responsible for delivering exceptional customer experience, managing large bar teams, and ensuring smooth, compliant, and profitable operations throughout the event.

Due to the nature of the event, you will be required to stay on-site for the duration. Accommodation will be provided in staff caravans.

• Lead and manage bar operations across your allocated area or venue.
• Brief, and supervise bar supervisors and staff teams.
• Ensure efficient service delivery during peak trading periods.
• Manage stock control and wastage prevention.
• Monitor licensing compliance, Challenge 25, and health & safety standards.
• Handle escalations, incidents, and customer service issues professionally.
• Coordinate with event operations, logistics, and senior management teams.
• Deliver daily briefings and performance feedback to staff.
• Ensure accurate cash handling and reporting procedures.

We’re looking for someone who thrives in live event environments and enjoys leading large teams. You are proactive, resilient, and capable of making quick decisions under pressure. You thrive in high-energy environments and can motivate staff to deliver excellent service, even during peak trading periods.

• Proven experience managing bars at festivals, stadiums, or major events.
• Strong leadership and team management skills (50+ staff preferred).
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Personal licence holder (preferred but not essential).
• Knowledge of licensing laws and health & safety requirements.
• Ability to work long hours in a high-pressure environment.
• Confident communicator with a proactive mindset.

• Experience in motor sport or large sporting events.
• Stock management and EPOS system experience.
• First aid qualification.
• Experience coaching or mentoring staff for leadership development.
• Knowledge of festival or event-specific workflows, including hospitality zones, VIP areas, and outdoor bars.

• Opportunity to work at a world-class international sporting event.
• Competitive pay with potential performance incentives.
• Meals and refreshments during shifts.
• On-site accommodation provided.
• Valuable large-scale event leadership experience.
• Potential for future event opportunities.

We are also recruiting for a Seasonal Bar Manager position based at Silverstone for the full motor sport and events season.

• This role would suit someone local to the Silverstone/Northamptonshire area due to the longer-term commitment.
• In contrast, Formula 1 Festival Bar Manager applicants can be based anywhere in the UK, as accommodation is provided on-site during the event.

Please submit your CV along with a short summary of your relevant event or festival bar management experience and specify whether you are applying for the F1 event role, the seasonal position, or both.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis due to high demand.