Night Bar General Manager - Apres Apres, Whistler, BC

Gibbons Whistler•Whistler, BC

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Apres Apres is Whistler’s iconic après-ski and nightlife venue, bringing together locals, visitors, and mountain guests for music, drinks, and unforgettable experiences. As the Night Bar General Manager, you are the architect of the venue’s performance: responsible for culture, profitability, programming, leadership development, and the full guest journey. This is enterprise leadership in a nightlife environment, not a lifestyle role. You will build systems, lead a high-performing team, drive revenue, and own the guest experience from the first cheer at happy hour to the last call of the night.

Requirements

A top performer who builds other top performers.
Calm, disciplined, and strategic under pressure.
Thinks in 1–2 year horizons while executing flawlessly every night.
Strong with both people and numbers.
Prefers building systems and processes over being the center of attention.
Motivated by developing leaders, elevating culture, and driving revenue, not by lifestyle access.
5+ years in hospitality leadership, ideally in nightlife or high-volume venues.
Proven P&L ownership and financial improvement.
High-volume, multi-unit, or resort experience.
Track record of developing and promoting leaders.
Comfortable operating in KPI-driven environments.

Nice To Haves

Resort/tourism and après-ski/nightlife experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain a complete leadership bench (Shift Leads, Entertainment Manager, Captains).
Develop A Players and increase talent density across the team.
Run structured daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly accountability rhythms.
Conduct consistent 1:1s and performance reviews with clear growth roadmaps.
Recognize, elevate, and retain top performers.
Own the full guest lifecycle: pre-arrival, entry, experience, exit, and post-visit follow-up.
Align online presence with The Gibbons Way; proactively manage reservations.
Deliver warm, intentional welcomes; create the right energy from the first moment.
Ensure exceptional service and memorable nightlife atmosphere; align music, programming, and events with guest expectations.
Leave guests with a lasting impression; drive loyalty and return visits.
Follow up to capture feedback and maintain strong relationships.
Deliver venue revenue and profit targets.
Achieve labor and cost controls, including variable labor targets.
Own P&L performance and drive margin improvement.
Optimize scheduling, pricing, and offerings with centralized financial partners.
Maintain disciplined inventory management.
Make data-backed decisions to balance profitability with guest experience.
Execute strong 7-day and 52-week programming strategies.
Build meaningful community and resort partnerships.
Collaborate with DJs, entertainers, and promoters to deliver unforgettable experiences.
Align programming and offerings with brand, atmosphere, and financial goals.
Own the energy, atmosphere, and flow of Apres Apres every night.
Curate music, lighting, and events to match guest expectations and seasonal trends.
Ensure staff deliver high-volume service while maintaining Gibbons culture and standards.
Adapt quickly to dynamic crowds while keeping operations disciplined and safe.
Protect the brand’s reputation as Whistler’s top nightlife destination.

Benefits

$65,000 - $80,000 based on experience and qualifications
50% off food & beverage at all Gibbons venues
20% off The Adventure Group for you and your friends & family
20% off at The Adara Hotel and Gibbons Life Condos
20% off at The Spa at Whistler and a wellness stipend
Exclusive partner discounts at local Whistler businesses
Flexible schedules and supportive team culture
Access to community events and staff appreciation nights
Growth opportunities in Whistler’s most dynamic hospitality group – we’re passionate about promoting from within and supporting your career journey.
Immersive work environment steps from the mountains – we take our core purpose of “Have Fun” very seriously.