Bar Manager & Lead Bartender

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks

Full-Time 4050 Hours Per Week Working Bar Manager Two Days Off

Bring Your Ideas. Lead a Team. Help Us Grow.

BURGr & BARREL is looking for an experienced energetic and creative Bar Manager to lead our beverage operations and help take our bar program to the next level.

With both an indoor and outdoor bar an established customer base and a strong presence in Johnson City were looking for someone who can build on our success while bringing fresh ideas new energy and a passion for exceptional hospitality.

Were not looking for someone to simply maintain the bar. Were looking for someone who wants to make it better.

The ideal candidate is a natural leader who takes ownership leads by example connects with guests and understands that a successful bar is about more than making great drinks. Its about creating an atmosphere people want to return to.

What Youll Be Responsible For

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead coach and develop a team of approximately 56 bartenders and one barback.

• Create schedules that balance exceptional service with responsible labor costs.

• Recruit train and develop talented team members.

• Establish clear expectations and hold the team accountable.

• Foster a positive professional and team-oriented culture.

Bar Operations & Financial Performance

• Oversee daily operations of both indoor and outdoor bars.

• Manage beverage inventory ordering product rotation and vendor relationships.

• Monitor liquor costs waste profitability and labor efficiency.

• Maintain accurate inventory records and financial reporting.

• Ensure consistency in drink quality presentation cleanliness and service.

• Work alongside the team during busy shifts and lead by example.

Creativity Sales & Growth

• Develop new cocktails seasonal drink menus and beverage specials.

• Bring fresh ideas that keep our bar program exciting and relevant.

• Identify opportunities to attract new customers and increase repeat business.

• Collaborate with management on promotions special events and revenue-building initiatives.

• Stay informed about beverage trends and changing guest preferences.

• Take initiative in finding ways to improve the overall guest experience.

Hospitality & Guest Experience

• Build genuine relationships with guests and create a welcoming atmosphere.

• Be a visible approachable leader who enjoys interacting with customers.

• Handle guest concerns professionally and proactively.

• Create memorable experiences that turn first-time visitors into regulars.

• Maintain a high standard of hospitality across both bar areas.

What Were Looking For

• At least 3 years of bar management or comparable beverage leadership experience .

• Strong knowledge of spirits beer cocktails and beverage service.

• Experience with inventory management beverage costs scheduling and staff development.

• A proven ability to lead a team and maintain high service standards.

• Creativity and enthusiasm for developing drinks promotions and new ideas.

• Excellent communication organization and problem-solving skills.

• A dependable hands-on leadership style.

• A genuine passion for hospitality and connecting with people.

• The ability to work nights weekends and busy service periods as needed.

The Person Who Will Thrive Here

Youre someone who sees an opportunity and takes action.

You dont wait to be told what needs to be done. You take pride in your team your guests and the results of your work.

Youre creative but you also understand the numbers. Youre friendly and approachable but you know how to hold people accountable. You enjoy being behind the bar but you also know how to lead a successful operation.

Most importantly you care about the business as if it were your own.

What We Offer

• Full-time leadership position with approximately 4050 hours per week and two days off.

• Paid time off after one year of employment.

• Employee discounts.

• Ongoing training and professional development.

• The opportunity to influence cocktail menus promotions and the direction of our beverage program.

• A collaborative management team that values initiative and new ideas.

• The opportunity to grow professionally while helping an established local restaurant continue to succeed.

Compensation: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

It All Started In A Rambling Kitchen in 1938 when the original Peerless opened in Downtown Johnson 1960 the company branched out into commercial property management & development offering both exclusive retail & professional spaces. After nearly a century of serving the finest food in East Tennessee we celebrated our culinary craft by opening BURGr & BARREL in 2022 in our hometown historic train depot offering unique indoor/outdoor dining scenes & full 2023 we acquired MIMIs ICE CREAM & DESSERTS with 2 dessert trucks serving outside at BURGr & BARREL & at events throughout the 2024 we acquired Capelli Bei Salon & Suites which provides professional salon services. Our Family personally welcomes you & we hope you enjoy our now 4th generation Kalogeros Family Hospitality experience. - Gary J Kalogeros

Required Experience:

Manager