Bar Manager -Shenandoah Mansions

ASH (UK) Co Ltd•Richmond, VA

4d•$60,000 - $60,000

About The Position

The Bar Manager at Shenandoah Mansions is a hands-on hospitality leader responsible for daily bar operations, team development, and partnering with Food & Beverage leadership to deliver a distinctive cocktail and beverage program. The role balances elevated guest service with operational discipline and financial management, while fostering a positive, collaborative work environment. The Bar Manager oversees service readiness, staffing, ordering, inventory, beverage quality, costs, and compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service requirements. The role also coordinates beverage service for private dining, banquets, special events, and hotel programming; responds to guest feedback; and maintains the bar’s equipment, cleanliness, organization, lighting, music, and atmosphere. The position leads the bar team through recruitment, onboarding, training, coaching, scheduling, and performance feedback. The manager works with hotel leadership and People & Culture and collaborates with restaurant, events, front office, and other hotel teams to provide seamless guest experiences. The annual salary is $60,000. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance with a company contribution; a 401(k) with company match; paid time off, sick time, personal days, and paid holidays; food and beverage discounts; discounted hotel rooms; and opportunities for growth within Shenandoah Mansions.

Requirements

At least 3 years of bar management or beverage leadership experience.
Strong knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, mixology, and contemporary cocktail trends.
Experience with beverage costing, inventory, labor management, and budget accountability.
Exceptional communication, organization, and guest service skills.
Proven ability to coach, motivate, and develop a high-performing team.
Calm, adaptable, detail-oriented, and comfortable in a fast-paced hospitality setting.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in a fast-paced bar and hospitality environment.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs., including beverage inventory, supplies, and equipment.
Manual dexterity to safely operate bar tools, beverage equipment, glassware, and point-of-sale systems.
Ability to bend, reach, and perform repetitive movements associated with daily bar operations.
Ability to work in a busy environment while maintaining attention to detail, safety, and guest service.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Bar management or beverage leadership experience in an upscale restaurant, boutique hotel, or cocktail-focused venue.
Experience with point-of-sale and reservation systems such as Toast, Resy, or OpenTable.
Hospitality degree, sommelier education, or relevant beverage certifications.
ServSafe, TIPS, or similar responsible service certification.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily bar operations, including opening and closing procedures, service readiness, scheduling, ordering, and inventory.
Maintain beverage quality, cocktail presentation, service standards, and guest satisfaction.
Develop seasonal cocktail and beverage offerings with culinary and Food & Beverage leadership.
Manage beverage costs, labor, inventory, cash handling, purchasing, and financial performance against budget.
Maintain supplier relationships and ensure appropriate purchasing and stock controls.
Ensure compliance with applicable health, safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service requirements.
Coordinate beverage service for private dining, banquets, special events, and hotel programming.
Review guest feedback and address service concerns promptly and thoughtfully.
Maintain bar equipment, cleanliness, organization, lighting, music, and overall atmosphere.
Recruit, interview, onboard, train, and develop bar team members in coordination with hotel leadership and People & Culture.
Maintain a visible presence during service and lead by example with a hands-on approach.
Prepare schedules that meet operational needs while managing labor costs.
Provide ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and training in product knowledge, service, and responsible alcohol practices.
Foster teamwork, accountability, creativity, inclusion, and professional growth.
Collaborate with restaurant, events, front office, and other hotel teams to support seamless guest experiences.