Bar Manager

Job Description

Job Description

BAR MANAGER
Lead the Bar. Build the Team. Elevate the Experience.

Are you passionate about creating unforgettable cocktail programs, developing top-tier bartenders, and driving operational excellence?

We're looking for a Bar Manager who thrives on building systems, training teams, controlling costs, and delivering exceptional guest experiences. This is more than a bartending role—it's an opportunity to shape the beverage culture of an expanding restaurant known for creativity, hospitality, and high standards.

If you're the type of leader who notices every detail, loves building winning teams, and can create both operational efficiency and incredible cocktails, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

Beverage Program Leadership

• Identify spirits, beer, wine, and N/A beverages to purchase and establish par levels.
• Create, develop, and roll out seasonal cocktail and beverage menus.
• Design innovative, over-the-top cocktails that drive guest excitement and sales.
• Ensure all beverage pricing aligns with budgeted cost targets and profitability goals.
• Develop systems and procedures that reduce pour costs while maintaining exceptional quality.

Training & Team Development

• Create and maintain bar training materials, recipes, specifications, and operational standards.
• Train and develop bartenders.
• Ensure every bar team member is knowledgeable in recipes, portions, presentations, garnishes, pricing, and preparation techniques.
• Participate in interviewing & hiring bar team members.
• Foster a culture of accountability, hospitality, and continuous improvement.

Operational Excellence

• Evaluate bar layouts, workflows, and service procedures to maximize efficiency.
• Ensure drinks are executed accurately, consistently, and with speed.
• Oversee quality standards for cocktails, beer, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Monitor service well performance to ensure timely drink production.
• Develop procedures that improve beverage delivery times and guest satisfaction.

Quality Control & Cost Management

• Enforce recipe adherence, portion control, and preparation standards.
• Oversee inventory control, purchasing, receiving, and storage procedures.
• Ensure mixers, garnishes, and beverage products are received at peak freshness.
• Monitor beverage costs, inventory levels, and waste reduction initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with all sanitation, safety, and food handling standards.

What We're Looking For

• 5–7 years of bartending experience in a high-volume environment.
• 2+ years of bar manager experience
• Experience with purchasing, inventory management, storage, and cost controls.
• Strong understanding of beverage COGS and profitability management.
• Proven success developing and implementing training programs.
• Current ServSafe & Management Level Title IV Certification
• Knowledge of restaurant safety and sanitation standards.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and coaching abilities.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for hospitality, beverage innovation, and team development.
• Ability to motivate teams and drive outstanding guest experiences.

Why Join Us

• Health Insurance 
• Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Sick Time
• Generous Employee & Guest Dining Discounts
• Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding restaurant group

Ready to Raise the Bar?

If you're a hospitality leader who can blend creativity, operational excellence, and team development into an exceptional beverage program, we'd love to meet you.

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