- Typically requires a high school diploma and at least 6 years of experience. For large bars a college degree preferably hotel management degree is essential.
- Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles.
- Performs complex tasks typically following established processes.
- Leads and directs the work of other employees and has full authority for personnel decisions.
- Primarily focused on administering established policies and procedures but may have some impact on departmental budgeting strategic planning and procedural change.
- A pleasing personality
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Good customer service ethics
- Thorough knowledge regarding state specifications for running a bar
- Work hours are inconsistent and hence must be able to work odd hours
Job Responsibilities
- Oversees payment procedures cash or credit handling and updating payment software data.
- Develops staff scheduling to ensure adequate service levels are achieved.
- Aligns staffing appropriately to avoid any gaps in service.
- Ensures quality customer service and resolves all complaints.
- Ensures all bar equipment utensils and materials are clean and in compliance with food safety standards.
- Manages operations to meet liquor license and food safety requirements.
- Communicates with vendors and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels.
- Communicates with regulatory and compliance bodies as required.
- He or she has to guide every other employee of the bar and at the same time he or she should make sure that every guest is returning happily from their bar.
Source: Hospitality Online
Bar Manager - Santa Monica, United States - The Georgian Hotel
Description
Job Summary
The Bar Manager is responsible for managing the bar operations including the Sunset Bar and Georgian Room restaurant. This person should have experience curating elevated bar programs. This includes creating cocktail recipes and training the bar team on production of drinks. Prepares and serves alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages to customers or guests. Ensures the venue runs effectively and meets all Company standards, including service execution, guest interaction, atmosphere, and cleanliness. Management-level associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities; for OEM associates overtime does apply and is calculated accordingly.
Exempt managers must customarily and regular direct the work of at least 3 full-time associates or their equivalents. Primary duties must consist of administrative executive or professional tasks more than 50 percent of the time and job duties must also involve the use of discretion and independent judgement more than 50 percent of the time.