About This Role
Managing the bar operations of the vibrant STt Lucia restaurant is the core of this leadership role. It requires a strong balance of creativity, operational expertise, and team development to deliver outstanding guest experiences.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily bar operations, ensuring consistency and excellence in service
- Lead, train, and inspire a team of bartenders, barbacks, and floor staff to deliver premium hospitality
- Develop, design, and update innovative cocktail menus and beverage lists that align with the venue’s concept
- Manage beverage ordering, supplier relationships, inventory, and stock control to meet cost and quality targets
- Implement and maintain service standards, compliance with RSA, and workplace health and safety practices
- Drive bar profitability through effective cost management, upselling strategies, and guest engagement
- Collaborate with venue managers and the executive team on events, promotions, and seasonal offerings
- Act as a brand ambassador, maintaining a high level of professionalism and hospitality culture across all venues
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Head Bartender / Bar Manager in high-volume settings
- Strong mixology knowledge, with the creativity to design unique cocktails and beverage programs
- Excellent leadership, communication, and mentoring skills with a focus on team development
- Sound understanding of stock control, ordering, and cost management
- Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to engage and delight guests
- RSA certified, with strong knowledge of compliance and licensing requirements
Benefits
- Opportunity to lead and shape beverage programs in venue
- Supportive management team within a growing hospitality group
- Work in one of Newcastle’s most stunning dining precincts, Honeysuckle
- Career growth and professional development opportunities
About the Company
Risteski Group operates the vibrant STt Lucia restaurant.
