Bar Manager
About The Position
Inspired by the casual elegance of Italy, Bar Sprezzatura is a unique escape into Italian culture and cuisine. Located in the historic Heathman Hotel, Bar Sprezzatura is a bustling lunch spot by day and aperitivo and cicchetti bar at night. Whether enjoying a bustling meal, an aperitivo, or savory snacks, guests are transported to a world where timeless traditions meet the vibrant, sun-kissed charm of coastal Italy. As the Bar Manager at Bar Sprezzatura, you will be a hands-on leader responsible for all aspects of bar operations, beverage service, and team development. Working closely with the General Manager and restaurant leadership, you’ll lead the bar team, drive beverage sales, maintain exceptional service standards, and create an energetic and welcoming guest experience. You will play a key role in developing the beverage program, managing inventory and costs, training and mentoring the team, and ensuring that every cocktail, aperitivo, and beverage experience reflects the spirit of Bar Sprezzatura and the standards of Mina Group.
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in a high-volume cocktail bar, upscale restaurant, hotel bar, or fine dining environment, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
- Extensive knowledge of classic and contemporary cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer
- Experience managing beverage inventory and controlling beverage costs
- Experience training and developing bartenders and bar staff
- Knowledge of safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service protocols
- Working knowledge of HR practices and labor laws
- Strong computer skills and familiarity with restaurant POS and inventory systems
- Ability to frequently lift up to 40 pounds
- Have the stamina to work in excess of 40 hours per week
- Detail-oriented and service-focused hospitality leader
- Genuine passion for beverage and hospitality
- Hands-on mentor who can lead by example
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing business needs
- Ability to create an exceptional experience for both guests and team members
- Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer
- Exceptional financial acumen
- Impeccable eye for detail
- High level of professionalism
- Exceptional communication and organizational skills
- Gracious spirit of hospitality
- Intellectual curiosity and emotional maturity
- Passion for beverage, service, and creating memorable guest experiences
- Continually strive to develop staff in all areas of beverage and service education
- Ability to work clean, organized, and lead a team
- Strong sense of ownership and accountability
- Ability to remain calm, composed, and solutions-oriented in a high-volume environment
- Advanced knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and beverage service
- Strong understanding of beverage cost, inventory controls, purchasing, and menu pricing
- Experience developing and implementing beverage programs and seasonal menus
- Proven ability to drive beverage sales through training and strategic selling
- Experience with financial reporting, labor management, and cost controls
- Strong knowledge of responsible alcohol service and applicable regulations
- Have a strong eye toward development, both personally and for your team
- Desire to teach, mentor, and develop bartenders and future hospitality leaders
- Ability to collaborate effectively with culinary, restaurant, hotel, and corporate partners
Nice To Haves
- Beverage certification such as WSET, BarSmarts, or Level 1 Sommelier certification is a plus
- Spanish language skills are a plus
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily bar operations
- Develop and coach the beverage team
- Drive sales through thoughtful service and strategic selling
- Work closely with the General Manager, culinary leadership, and hotel partners to ensure the continued success of Bar Sprezzatura
- Manage inventory and costs
- Train and mentor the team
- Ensure every cocktail, aperitivo, and beverage experience reflects the spirit of Bar Sprezzatura and the standards of Mina Group
Benefits
- Equal opportunity employer committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment
- Will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records
- Reasonable accommodation may be needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and other aspects of employment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
