Director, Bar Operations, Katella Commons

Job Title Director, Bar Operations, Katella Commons Pay Details The annual base salary range for this position in California is $135,000 to $165,000 per year. The starting pay depends on various job‑related factors, including geographic location, knowledge, skills, experience, education, market demands and organizational considerations. About Katella Commons Katella Commons is a major new public market hall and social hub under development in Anaheim, California, as part of the OCVIBE mixed‑use project near the Honda Center. The 50,000‑sq‑ft, two‑story market hall is designed as a gathering place for residents and visitors, anchoring the first phase of a 100‑acre entertainment, dining, retail and office district. Katella Commons will feature 21 chef‑driven kitchens and six distinct bar and lounge concepts, each with its own identity and atmosphere. The bar concepts include an Italian‑inspired wine cave, a Japanese‑Scandinavian upscale cocktail lounge, a modern European café‑style all‑day bar, an ’80s‑maximalist cocktail concept, a relaxed beer garden coffee bar, and a high‑volume Mexican‑forward cocktail bar. The bar division is projected to generate approximately 30% of Katella Commons revenue, roughly $8 million in Year One sales, and may grow to 80 team members at stabilization. Position Overview The Director of Bar Operations is responsible for the creative, operational, and financial performance of the Katella Commons bar division. This position oversees six independently programmed bar concepts and is accountable for beverage strategy, menu development, training, staffing, inventory management, labor planning, guest experience, and profitability. Responsibilities Pre‑Launch & Opening Responsibilities: Lead operational setup and readiness of all six bar concepts. Develop staffing plans, training programs, SOPs, and opening procedures. Establish inventory systems, ordering procedures, vendor relationships, and beverage standards. Support soft openings and operational testing. Beverage Program Leadership: Provide creative leadership for all six bar concepts. Oversee cocktail, wine, beer, coffee, and non‑alcoholic beverage programs. Lead seasonal menu development and concept evolution. Maintain beverage quality standards and concept integrity across all locations. Operations Management: Oversee daily operations across all six bars. Ensure consistency in execution, service standards, and guest experience. Manage inventory controls, procurement practices, and operational procedures. Implement systems and technology that improve performance. Labor & Workforce Planning: Develop labor models and staffing strategies. Manage recruitment, training, retention, and succession planning. Lead workforce planning for approximately 80 team members at stabilization. Adjust staffing levels dynamically based on district events and guest demand. Financial Management: Own full bar division P&L performance. Manage beverage costs, labor costs, and operational expenses. Develop revenue‑driving strategies and menu‑engineering initiatives. Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions as necessary. Leadership & Development: Lead bar managers, supervisors, leads, bartenders, and barbacks. Conduct performance reviews and coaching sessions. Develop training systems and career progression pathways. Promote a culture of hospitality, accountability, and continuous improvement. Qualifications 8+ years of multi‑unit beverage or hospitality leadership experience. Strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, wine, beer, and non‑alcoholic beverages. Experience managing high‑volume operations and multi‑million‑dollar budgets. Strong leadership, financial, communication, and organizational skills. Knowledge, Skills and Experience Education – Bachelor’s Degree. Experience Required – 8+ years. Position Details This position is on‑site. Company OCVIBE Market Hall, LLC Our Commitment We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, medical condition or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. We are firm believers that diversity and inclusion among our team members are critical to our success, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. #J-18808-Ljbffr OC Sports & Entertainment