Bar Manager

Carlisle

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bar Manager leads bar operations and nightly service, overseeing an efficient, elevated, and profitable beverage program aligned with the restaurant’s culinary vision. This hands-on leadership role includes developing and coaching the bar team, managing inventory and vendor relationships, monitoring product mix and cost of goods sold, and advancing the program through new features and seasonal updates. The position also supports dining-room service and works closely with the General Manager and other front-of-house managers to maintain restaurant-wide service standards. The Bar Manager serves as the closing manager five nights per week, ensuring all departments complete their closing duties and the restaurant is prepared for the following day. The role includes managing bar and service staff on the floor, supporting guests and servers, overseeing bar schedules and operational checklists, and reporting weekly sales performance. The position is based in Memphis, Tennessee, and requires availability to close five nights per week, including weekends and holidays.

Requirements

At least 3 years of bartending experience.
At least 1 year in a leadership role at a fine-dining or upscale restaurant.
Strong communication and leadership skills, with a hospitality-first mindset.
Proven ability to manage cost of goods sold, inventory, and team performance.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage both behind the bar and on the restaurant floor.
Availability to close five nights per week, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Own the execution, consistency, and profitability of the full bar program in alignment with the restaurant’s culinary vision.
Lead weekly bar-focused pre-shifts to introduce products, educate staff on technique, and improve service confidence.
Coach and develop bartenders through regular feedback, training sessions, and performance check-ins.
Maintain detailed preparation systems, inventory controls, and vendor relationships.
Monitor product mix and cost of goods sold monthly to support bar profitability.
Develop new features, seasonal updates, and elevated guest experiences for the bar program.
Act as closing manager five nights per week, ensuring all departments complete their duties and the restaurant is prepared for the following day.
Collaborate with the General Manager and front-of-house team to maintain smooth floor operations and consistent service standards.
Support servers during service, answer guest questions, and provide visible leadership throughout the restaurant.
Lead or support nightly pre-shift meetings focused on beverage education, service flow, and team alignment.
Work with the General Manager to recruit, hire, and retain bar talent.
Set goals to develop the bar team’s skills, product knowledge, and hospitality standards.
Promote a positive, accountable, and collaborative environment between bar and service teams.
Encourage upselling and help the team guide guests through the beverage experience.
Create and manage bar schedules with labor and sales targets in mind.
Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
Oversee daily bar preparation, cleaning, and closeout checklists.
Report weekly bar sales performance and suggest improvements.