Tavern Manager

GATE HR•Ponte Vedra Beach, FL

11d

About The Position

The Tavern Bar Manager directs the Tavern’s daily operations and supports other beverage outlets, cocktail receptions, hospitality events, and beverage-related functions as needed. The role focuses on delivering exceptional member and guest experiences, maintaining high standards of service and cleanliness, developing a high-performing team, and maximizing beverage sales, profitability, and operational efficiency. The manager leads beverage operations across the resort as business demands require, oversees staffing and development, manages beverage inventory and costs, and supports programming, promotions, seasonal offerings, and special events. The role requires a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Requirements

At least two years of experience as a Head Bartender, Bar Manager, or Beverage Supervisor in a full-service restaurant, luxury resort, hotel, country club, or private club environment.
Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
Working knowledge of beverage inventory management, purchasing, cost controls, labor management, and financial reporting.
Experience using Point of Sale (POS) systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent communication and guest service skills.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Nice To Haves

Fine dining and banquet experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Tavern and support additional beverage outlets as needed.
Recruit, train, coach, schedule, and develop bartenders, servers, and support staff.
Conduct daily lineups and ongoing training focused on service excellence, product knowledge, and operational standards.
Ensure exceptional member and guest satisfaction through visible leadership and proactive engagement.
Maintain high standards of appearance, cleanliness, sanitation, and safety throughout beverage operations.
Manage beverage inventory, ordering, receiving, storage, and product controls.
Conduct monthly inventories and use reporting to manage beverage costs and profitability.
Monitor labor expenses and staffing levels to achieve budget goals while maintaining service standards.
Build and maintain strong relationships with members, guests, vendors, and team members.
Support beverage programming, promotions, seasonal offerings, and special events.
Ensure compliance with company policies, health regulations, and responsible alcohol service standards.
Assist with beverage operations throughout the resort as business demands require.