BAR MANAGER - F the Bar at Fergusons Downtown

Downtown Project • Las Vegas, NV

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About The Position

The Bar Manager is responsible for leading a high-energy, craft-focused bar operation that thrives on passion, education, and exceptional service. This role oversees the daily bar functions, staff leadership, and strategic beverage programming while actively supporting events and guest experiences. The Bar Manager ensures seamless coordination with team members and management to deliver memorable, consistent service in both regular operations and special events.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old
• Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Exceptional cash handling skills and working knowledge of POS systems
• Able to effectively communicate in English in both the verbal and written form
• Availability to work flexible hours is required, including holidays, evenings, and weekends.
• Three (3) or more years of previous, bartending, cash handling, and customer service experience in the hospitality or retail environment preferred
• High School Diploma required, Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Minimum one (1) year of supervisory experience in hospitality preferred
• Thorough knowledge of guest service standards, cost analysis, inventory controls and staff administration
• Obtain and Maintain SNHD Health Card, Alcohol Awareness Card, and Sherriff’s Card.
• Ability to stand for long periods
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the oversight of daily operations.
• Ensure the bar is properly cleaned and assign any additional duties.
• Ensure the team sets up the bar for operations in accordance with all checklists.
• Perform opening, running, and closing side duties according to DTP policies.
• Maintain company funds and equipment in an orderly manner.
• Responsible for the security and accuracy of assigned banks and report all deposits for pickup.
• Monitor all overages and shortages and report any variances per DTP policy.
• Responsible for the security and timely return of all assigned keys.
• Follow the sequence of service specific to the business.
• Review and comprehend all necessary documentation.
• Execute operations in accordance with city and SNHD guidelines and regulations.
• Responsible for maintaining all Work Cards and Health Cards onsite for inspection as needed.
• Create weekly schedules and track attendance for all positions, minimizing overtime and watching overall payroll costs.
• Train all new Team Members and ensure they are familiar with the sequence of service, recipes, and policies and procedures.
• Direct HR responsibilities to include creating a positive work environment, recruitment and hiring, and coaching to ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Be a key figure in communication between Team Members and Management.
• Instill service standards so that the team interacts with Guests in a manner which makes them feel comfortable and welcome.
• Observe and direct actions of Barbacks and inspect and maintain areas for which responsible.
• Work with the team to create all seasonal cocktails keeping in mind cost of goods and service execution.
• Create drink recipe standards and monitor successful execution of the overall bar program.
• Cook small menu items, following recipes and presentation standards.
• Maintain proper par levels of all supplies (liquor, paper, perishables, etc.).
• Manage all inventory to ensure cost of goods metrics are met and report monthly inventory to accounting.
• Ensure all orders are placed and par levels are established for all beverage, perishables, and supplies.
• Work with the team and management to drive performance, including oversight of P&L review and setting measurable goals.
• Assist with maintaining accounting records and daily reporting requirements.
• Work with management on miscellaneous projects and administrative roles including pricing changes, evaluation, and cost of goods.
• Respond to customer service interactions in a professional and timely manner, achieving positive guest/problem resolution.
• Communicate any problems or situations detrimental to the property to immediate management.
• Regularly check the events calendar and plan bar operations accordingly.
• Staff appropriately for events, balancing guest experience with operational efficiency.
• Communicate any additional staffing needs related to events to management in a timely manner.
• Coordinate the execution of pop-up bar setups and teardowns as needed.
• Create event-specific menus aligned with service standards, brand identity, and cost controls.
• Identify operational needs within the venue and work with the team to fill necessary shortfalls.
• Perform the duties described in compliance with local laws and regulations.
• Have knowledge of the ordinances, regulations, laws, policies, and procedures relating to the employee’s department.
• Attend required training sessions offered by DTP.
• Take the necessary steps to ensure minors are not allowed to drink alcoholic beverages.
• Report illegal activity to Security or the appropriate levels of Management.

Benefits

• Full Time employees can sign up for medical, dental, vision, life, & disability benefits after 30 days of employment.
• All employees are eligible for 401K after 6 months of employment during their quarterly enrollment period.
• Paid Time Off available after 90 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED