About This Role
Leading the bar team and overseeing daily operations at a downtown dining, entertainment, and private event venue is the core of this hands-on management role. The position suits someone who is organized, dependable, and comfortable leading a team while working alongside them during busy shifts.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily bar operations, including opening and closing procedures
- Bartend and assist with service as needed
- Hire, train, coach, and supervise bartenders and service staff
- Create staff schedules and manage coverage and labor costs
- Maintain consistent drink recipes, portion sizes, presentation, and service standards
- Monitor beer, wine, liquor, and supply inventory; place orders and limit waste
- Track beverage costs, review sales, and identify opportunities to improve profitability
- Manage vendor relationships and coordinate product deliveries
- Handle cash, reconcile drawers, and maintain accurate POS transactions
- Resolve guest concerns professionally and support a welcoming atmosphere
- Enforce responsible alcohol service, ID verification, sanitation, and company policies
- Coordinate bar staffing and preparation for live entertainment, private events, and busy weekends
- Maintain clean, organized bars and report equipment or maintenance needs
Requirements
- At least two years of bartending experience in a high-volume or corporate restaurant/bar environment
- Previous bar management, shift leadership, or supervisory experience
- Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, beer, wine, and standard bartending techniques
- Experience with inventory, ordering, beverage cost control, and cash handling
- Familiarity with POS systems and staff scheduling software
- Strong communication, leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks, delegate effectively, and remain professional under pressure
- Willingness to hold staff accountable and address performance concerns consistently
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled
- Ability to meet the physical demands of an active bar environment, with or without reasonable accommodation
- Bartending: 2 years (Required)
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Important Details
- Schedule: approximately 35–40 hours per week, evening and weekend availability required
- Shift availability: Day Shift (Required); Night Shift (Required)
Application Process
