Jérôme Allaguillemette
Head Of Bars
London
Summary
Experienced Head of Bars adept at managing multi-brand, multi-site portfolios globally. Proven track record in strategic planning, team leadership, and operational optimization to drive profitability and elevate guest experiences. Skilled in cultivating relationships with brands, sponsors, and stakeholders to support portfolio-wide initiatives. Committed to delivering excellence and surpassing targets.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Bars
Caprice Holdings
London, GB
10.2021 - Current
- Overseeing bar operations for a diverse portfolio of 11 sites spanning across three continents.
- Developing and executing bar programs for prestigious openings in key locations like London, Dubai, and Miami.
- Fostering strong relationships with brands and sponsors to secure contracted marketing funds and additional support for portfolio-wide activations.
- Implementing efficiency-enhancing processes, such as establishing a centralized production and development lab, to drive productivity and cost control.
- Consistently surpassing budgetary and performance targets across the portfolio.
Bar Manager
Sexy Fish / Caprice Holdings
London
08.2015 - 10.2021
- Overseeing all bar operations to deliver exceptional service to an international elite clientele at high volume (750 covers/day, 140,000 cocktails/year).
- Conducting daily performance reviews and weekly financial analyses to enhance profitability.
- Managing stock and optimizing profits to achieve company targets.
- Handling HR duties including recruitment, training, and development of a 23-member team.
- Contributing to building a robust social media presence (@sexyfishbar on Instagram with over 90k followers).
- Leading the development of five cocktail menus from concept to design, including drink creation, artistic direction, and commissioning bespoke serves.
- Curating the world's largest collection of Japanese Whisky
Senior Bartender
Red Bar @ Bambou / Caprice Holdings
02.2015 - 08.2015
- Perfected cocktail knowledge and skills
- Grew expertise in Japanese whiskies
Assistant General Manager
The Lord Wargrave / Urban Pubs and Bars
06.2014 - 01.2015
- Oversaw reopening of venue following complete refurbishment
- Curated whisky collection with over 200 references available and organized and led customer tasting events with brands
Assistant General Manager
Lockside Lounge
01.2012 - 06.2014
- Responsible for all F&B operations
- Recruitment and training of a team of 30 staff
Education
Level 2 Awards in Wine & Spirit -
WSET
London 04.2001 -
Skills
Multi-site experience
Full control of all bar operations
Bar program / menu development from concept to final product
Strong relationship with brands
Fluent in French and EnglishPersonal Licence holderKey Achievements
- Engaged in collaborative ventures and takeovers with premier bars across 25+ countries since 2018.
- Established robust partnerships with renowned brands through innovative menu activations and volume-driven incentives.
- Recipient of prestigious accolades, including the 2022 World's Best Restaurant Bar award at Tales of the Cocktails Spirited Awards, alongside over 30 nominations across esteemed platforms such as Class Bar Awards, Imbibe Awards, and Top 500 Bars.
- Recognized as a finalist in the esteemed World Class GB competition in both 2016 and 2017
Timeline
Head of Bars
Caprice Holdings
10.2021 - Current
Bar Manager
Sexy Fish / Caprice Holdings
08.2015 - 10.2021
Senior Bartender
Red Bar @ Bambou / Caprice Holdings
02.2015 - 08.2015
Assistant General Manager
The Lord Wargrave / Urban Pubs and Bars
06.2014 - 01.2015
Assistant General Manager
Lockside Lounge
01.2012 - 06.2014
Level 2 Awards in Wine & Spirit -
WSET
04.2001 -