Director, Bar

Grow with us...

Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can’t do it alone. That’s why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and Leaders who understand that our people, collaboration, stellar service, and respect for nature are so important to us.

Our Food and Beverage Team plays an integral role in every aspect of our hotels.

As part of our culinary experience, you will be consistently presented with a comprehensive range of responsibilities that keep the department well-ordered while engaging both guests and Team Members.

We are seeking a passionate, methodical, well-organized, and intricately creative Bar Director to support one of the most innovative teams in the luxury hospitality industry today.

You will thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced, and demanding environment, operating with integrity and a strong commitment to follow-up and follow-through. We value leaders who embrace challenges, pursue excellence, and have the creativity and discipline to turn exceptional ideas into memorable guest experiences.

Inside Tip:

If you are a creative mixologist who knows how to create exquisitely elegant and memorable experiences for guests; if you are methodical, proactive, intuitive, innovative, and responsible; and if you have the ability to lead a highly engaged and driven team—you may be precisely the leader we are looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of bar and beverage operations, including menu development, programming, service, and quality.
• Create innovative cocktails and beverage experiences aligned with the property's culinary vision.
• Lead, train, coach, schedule, and develop the bar team.
• Manage inventory, purchasing, vendor relationships, beverage costs, and budgets.
• Analyze sales and develop strategies to drive revenue and profitability.
• Partner with Food & Beverage, Culinary, Venues, and other departments on programming and guest experiences.
• Maintain exceptional standards for service, cleanliness, safety, and compliance.
• Engage with guests and provide knowledgeable, personalized service.
• Stay ahead of beverage trends and continuously introduce new ideas and experiences.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in a senior beverage or bar leadership role, preferably in luxury hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, beverage trends, and mixology.
• Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Strong understanding of inventory, purchasing, cost control, and revenue management.
• Creative, organized, proactive, and highly detail-oriented.
• Exceptional communication and guest-service skills.
• Beverage certification or advanced beverage education is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Business, or a related field is preferred.

This is an opportunity for a creative leader and hospitality professional to shape an exceptional beverage program within a world-class luxury environment.

If you love a challenge, embrace innovation, and excel when the expectations are high, we'd love to meet you.

The Salary range for this position is $110K - $120K.

About us...

As a mission-driven company, our purpose is our true north, and our compass guides the way. The purpose we live by impacts the lives of our team members, drives the experiences for our guests, builds community with like-minded travelers and takes care of the planet we live in. Founded in 2006 by Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Hotels is a luxury hotel brand management company and affiliate of global private investment firm Starwood Capital Group.

Starwood Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodations, please visit People Operations.