Bar Manager

Living Room • Los Angeles, CA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Living Room is seeking a Bar Manager to help develop and lead a high-end cocktail concept scheduled to open in February 2027. The role collaborates with senior leadership and Food & Beverage stakeholders on the concept, beverage program, product selection, service standards, and guest experience, with meaningful creative and operational autonomy. The manager will develop the cocktail program, curate a spirits collection, recruit and develop the team, and oversee service and operational performance.

After opening, this is a hands-on, highly visible service role. The Bar Manager will prepare cocktails, engage with guests, support the service team, and oversee operations during service. The anticipated regular schedule is Tuesday through Friday, approximately 6:00 PM to 2:00–3:00 AM. The position is based in Los Angeles, California; relocation assistance may be considered for an exceptional candidate outside the immediate area. The estimated start date is January 2027.

Requirements

• Substantial experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, or highly regarded cocktail bars.
• Passion for craft cocktail development and curiosity about ingredients, techniques, and flavor combinations.
• Sophisticated understanding of spirits, including luxury, rare, and allocated bottlings.
• Ability to turn spirits knowledge into compelling guest experiences and sales through authentic storytelling.
• Demonstrated experience delivering elevated, detail-oriented hospitality.
• Ability to work independently, make thoughtful decisions, and take ownership of a program.
• Strong leadership skills and a passion for mentoring and developing teams.
• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset and confidence moving initiatives forward without constant supervision.
• Ability to shift naturally between bartending, guest relations, and operational leadership during busy service.
• Creativity balanced with operational discipline and commercial awareness.
• Confidence, discretion, humility, and a collaborative approach to hospitality.
• Comfort with a consistent late-night schedule and an active presence throughout service.

Nice To Haves

• Industry accolades or national recognition.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior leadership and Food & Beverage stakeholders on the creative development and opening of the cocktail concept.
• Develop an ambitious cocktail program inspired by seasonal ingredients, innovative techniques, and the property's onsite farm.
• Curate an exceptional spirits collection, particularly luxury, rare, and allocated expressions.
• Share spirits knowledge and stories with guests to create engaging experiences and support sales.
• Manage the bar independently, develop programming, and drive operational excellence.
• Recruit, train, inspire, mentor, and develop hospitality team members.
• Establish and maintain high standards for service, execution, and attention to detail.
• Oversee daily operations, financial performance, inventory, and beverage cost management.
• Prepare cocktails, engage with guests, support the service team, and oversee operations during service.

Benefits

• 100% healthcare coverage for full-time employees, with United Healthcare PPO and HMO plans or Kaiser medical coverage.
• Dental and vision coverage through United Healthcare.
• Wellness benefits.
• Competitive 401(k) match.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Leader in Development Program.
• Learning and Development.
• Immersive trainings.
• Team member events.
• Free team member meals.
• Relocation assistance may be considered for an exceptional candidate residing outside the immediate area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed