Bar Manager

Highgate Hotels•San Francisco, CA

10d

About The Position

A Career-Defining Opportunity! Join The Huntington Hotel as the Bar Manager; this role will be instrumental in defining the beverage program for the different F&B outlets at The Huntington Hotel. The Huntington – San Francisco’s Living Legacy and Urban Estate on Nob Hill The opening of The Huntington marks the reemergence of a Nob Hill icon, the first luxury hotel debut in San Francisco since 2022 and a defining moment in the city’s renaissance. With renewed investment in culture, dining, and hospitality, San Francisco is actively restoring its place on the global stage. For the elite leader, this is a singular invitation to set the global standard for luxury and shape the future of hospitality in one of the world’s most storied destinations. At The Huntington, nearly a century of heritage and modern elegance converge in a reimagined urban estate envisioned by a world-class designer. The hotel will stand as San Francisco’s cultural connoisseur, offering gracious accommodations, a signature restaurant, and the city’s most luxurious spa. To join this landmark opening is to take part in a milestone moment: setting the standard for ultra-luxury hospitality in San Francisco for a new generation. This project is being realized through a partnership between Highgate, a global leader in hospitality management and real estate investment, and Flynn Properties, one of San Francisco’s most respected developers.

Requirements

3 or more year’s experience in similar or equivalent role in a fine dining high volume restaurant, with at least 1 year in a leadership role
Ability to create Wine & Cocktail menus for multiple venues and train staff
Ability to control costs through purchasing, inventory, storage and pricing
Exceptional communication and organizational skills
Gracious spirit of hospitality
Intellectual curiosity and emotional maturity
Continually strive to develop staff in all areas of food and service education
Ability to work clean, organized, and lead a team
Advanced knowledge of Food and Wine and Mixology
Ensure compliance with all local liquor laws, health, and sanitation regulations.
Knowledge of financial reporting and ability to analyze data
Have a strong eye towards development both personal and for your team
Knowledge of safety and hygiene protocols
Clear understanding of State, Federal, and Local employment laws.
Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Long hours sometimes required.

Nice To Haves

Level 1 Somm certification a plus

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of the daily operation of beverage operations and outlets.
Supervise outlet personnel.
Respond to guest complaints in a timely manner.
Work with other F&B managers and keep them informed of issues as they arise.
Keep immediate supervisor fully informed of all problems or matters requiring their attention.
Assist in coordinating and monitoring all phases of Loss Prevention in the outlets/operations.
Prepare and submit required reports in a timely manner.
Ensure preparation of required reports, including (but not limited to) Wage Progress, payroll, revenue, employee Schedules, quarterly actions plans.
Monitor quality of service in beverage outlets.
Ensure compliance with all local liquor laws, and health and sanitation regulations.
Ensure compliance with SOP’s in all outlets.
Ensure compliance with requisition procedures.
Be visible on the floor and assist staff as needed during busy periods.
Organize and conduct department meetings in a timely manner.
Conduct staff performance reviews in accordance with Highgate Hotel standards.
Ensure the training of employees on SOP’s and technical job tasks.
Ensure compliance with core liquor, beer and wine lists.
Plan and implement beverage menus.
Be involved in and/or conduct departmental and hotel training (CARE, One to One), etc.
Interview candidates for front-of-house F&B positions and follow standards for hiring approvals.
Complete tip reporting.
Ensure overall guest satisfaction.
Perform other duties as requested by Management