Assistant Manager / Bar Manager

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?Do you have a knack for spotting talent and developing a dream team behind the bar? Are you obsessed with making sure that every drink that leaves your bar is made 'just right'?Do you live and breathe hospitality? Are you obsessed with making people feel welcome, valued, and taken care of?Are you obsessed with systems, processes, and making sure the bar operates super smoothly day-to-day? Are you super comfortable keeping beverage & labor costs on-budget, and running a profitable bar?Do you love the challenge of inventing creative, seasonal drinks?Are you the type of person that takes your career seriously, but doesn't take yourself too seriously?Yes?! Then YOU should join our team!WHY WORK HERE?:Here are some of the perks!PPO medical, dental, & vision Insurance with 50% company contribution401K retirement savings plan w 3% company match1 week of paid time offFlexible days off, typically back-to-backA generous, never-expires, $150 monthly food & drink allowanceA 50% employee discount on food while you're workingA 20% employee discount on food & drinks anytime you're not working, for you & your whole tableFree Thanksgiving & Christmas dinner boxes for you & your family - so you don't have to cook on the holidays!Attendance at fun, "State of the Company" company events twice a yearAccess to lots of company-paid business coaching & resourcesAs a company, we run on EOS; so we're a collaborative, strategic, and winning team (i.e. no more meetings that just waste your time - promise!)Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, & your birthday off, automaticallyThe opportunity to grow quickly with a forward-thinking company that regularly reinvests in itself and its peopleWHAT DOES A TYPICAL DAY LOOK LIKE?:RESPONSIBILITIESAs our Assistant Manager Bar Manager, you'll be at the helm of bar operations, and you'll support the front-of-house management teams as a manager-on-duty. These are the results you'll be hired to accomplish:" ? Hire & Develop a High-Performing Bar TeamHand-pick your A-players, coach & develop your B-players, and encourage the C-players... to work somewhere else. In this role, you'll hire & mentor a bar *dream team* full of the 'right people' - that fit our culture - and put them in the 'right seats' - the position that best matches their talents and what they love to do. " ? Consistent 'Top-Shelf' Drink Quality & At-The-Bar Hospitality You'll make sure that every drink that leaves the bar is *bartender's kiss* - definitely when you're there, and especially when you're not. You'll also set the standard for how our guests feel at the bar. From the first hello to the last thank you, you'll make sure that every guest experiences our good-time hospitality, every time." ? Run Top-Notch Bar OperationsYou'll keep the bar running like a well-oiled machine - making sure stations are stocked before service, opening and closing checklists are complete, and everyone's in the loop on what's happening that shift. And when sh*t inevitability hits the fan? You're there, sleeves rolled up, ready to help. You'll also step up as Manager-on-Duty when the GM or other Assistant Managers are off the floor. " ? Close-to-Ideal Bar CostsMaximize your P's and minimize your L's, bb! You'll be responsible for controlling overall beverage & labor costs behind your bar. Inventory, ordering, staffing - all your jam, bb. " ? Collaborative Bar Menu InnovationYou'll work alongside (celebrity! But totally not an a-hole!) Chef Patrick Cassata (who's also a somm!) to help create conversation-sparking drinks, season after season. In this role, you'll get to play around, try new things, and push the envelope to help create a fresh AF bar menu that keeps people talking. *As a disclaimer*: This is a dynamic position, in a rapidly-growing company, in an always-changing industry. That means that this position and its responsibilities will continue to evolve. So, if you're change-adverse, this job ain't it.That being said - if you're good with change, and are willing to try new things - you'll love this job, and it'll love you right back.PAYThe total compensation for this position will be between $55000 - $65000 per year. Base salary depends on relevant experience.WORK SCHEDULEThis position is full-time, with a semi-set schedule designed around the demands of the bar. This position will work the busiest shifts of the week, based on daily forecasted sales and special events. Days off are typically back-to-back. Our Bar Manager will work 5 days, and typically 45-ish hours per week.WILL YOU FIT IN HERE? Our team has been built - brick by brick - on shared core values. And no, they're not just bullsh*t words slapped on a wall - they're who we are - and they're non-negotiables for working here. You'll feel super *comfy* and right at home if these words describe you:" You Come With Batteries Included You're a high-energy self-starter who jumps into action, and doesn't need hand-holding to get things done." You're Scrappy You're a resourceful problem solver who makes things happen; if there's no door, you get in through a window." You Take Your Work Seriously You take pride in your work, big and small, and you have a natural reflex to do things the *right* way." But, You Don't Take Yourself Too SeriouslyYou're a positive team player who's quick to laugh at your own mistakes, open to feedback, and humble about your wins.And if these words *don't* describe you? You'll be decidedly *uncomfy* here. So, fair warning - If you're a cranky-ass problem-bringer who's cool with being super-mid at your job and needs constant hand holding... may we suggest... working literally anywhere else? JOB REQUIREMENTS:Here are some of our must-haves & would-like-to-haves:At least 3 years of professional bartending experience, preferably in high-volume, upscale-casual restaurants or barsAt least 1 year of high-volume restaurant experience in a Restaurant Assistant Manager, or equivalent, role At least 1 year of high-volume cocktail bar experience in a Bar Manager, or equivalent, role - strongly preferredAdvanced bartending skills & familiarity with all bar techniques (shaking, stirring, muddling, layering, flaming, smoking, infusing, etc.)Extensive bar knowledge, including ingredient seasonality, flavor pairing, and spirit expertiseMust have a current BASSET and ServSafe Manager CertificationsMust be at least 21 years oldMust have open availability - including nights, weekends, and holidaysMust have the ability to regularly work 45-ish hours per weekPhysically able to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and keep up with the pace of a busy barMust have a valid driver's license and sole access to a personal vehicleFamiliarity with Toast, 7Shifts, & Margin Edge, a major plus!

Created: 2025-02-19