Fine Dining Bar Lead

Riot Hospitality Group is seeking a passionate and dedicated Bar Lead to join our esteemed restaurant group, where you'll oversee the bar operations and execution of the craft cocktail program at a new, innovative, and exclusive fine-dining supper club located in Old Town’s Entertainment District that blends artistry, entertainment, and culinary excellence. This is your chance to be a part of a dynamic restaurant team, shape extraordinary guest experiences, and leave your mark on a new venue renowned for its creativity and sophistication. If you’re passionate about blending impeccable service with a vibrant atmosphere, apply now!

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute the cocktail program with precision and consistency, preparing beverages to standard and guiding guests with informed recommendations.
• Lead daily bar operations, ensuring smooth service, strong communication, and consistent drink quality. Train and mentor bar staff to uphold standards.
• Maintain all beverage recipes, presentation, and quality standards set by the Beverage Director.
• Oversee inventory, including ordering, receiving, organization, and regular counts. Monitor costs, track usage, and minimize waste to support profitability.
• Ensure the bar is fully prepped for service with proper par levels of all supplies, ingredients, and glassware.
• Provide elevated guest service, creating a welcoming environment and resolving issues promptly.
• Work with management to align bar operations with business goals, programming, and promotions.

Requirements

• Proven experience bartending and/or managing craft cocktail programs.
• Knowledge of bar operations, including service flow, food safety, and health regulations, preferably in a fine-dining or high-end hospitality setting.
• Proven ability to lead, support, and motivate a diverse team.
• Strong communication skills for working with staff, guests, and management.
• Ability to quickly identify and resolve issues while ensuring standards are met.
• Effective at multitasking without compromising quality.
• Required food and alcohol certifications.

Benefits

• Tremendous growth opportunities with a thriving company!
• Fun work environment in a sweet location with an amazing and collaborative team!
• Access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, employee assistance program, and pet insurance (measurement period necessary for access to full-time benefits)
• Paid sick leave
• Employee discounts at our many venues
• Exclusive access to events, shows, and other happenings

About Riot Hospitality Group

Headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Riot Hospitality Group is a premier, national hospitality management company dedicated to evolving the typical restaurant landscape into one that provides unique and meaningful experiences for each and every guest.

Here at RHG, we are passionately focused on transforming restaurant and nightlife hospitality. We have transformed the industry's landscape through pushing the envelope of the typical hospitality experience, while maintaining exceptional customer service. The brands under management include Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row, El Hefe, Farm & Craft, Hand Cut, Riot House, CAKE, Cottontail Lounge / Living Room / WET Deck, Maya Dayclub / Clubhouse, The District, and SEVEN.

Our mission is simple: To make every single hospitality experience better than the last . We pride ourselves on doing this through leading by example, and our passion for excellence is derived from a lifetime dedication to learning and a commitment to true hospitality.