Brad Metzger Restaurant Solutions
Bar Director – Multi-Michelin Chef Driven Opening Seattle WA
Salary: $90000 – $110000
Multi-Michelin starred Chef with expanding restaurant group is looking for a Bar Director to join the team! The new concept will redefine high-level dining, and they are looking for a professional, experienced, and creative candidate to curate the bar program and train the team. Excellent training skills, great guest service, and a background in creating successful cocktail & beverage programs is integral. This position will be located in Washington State and relocation assistance is provided.
Bar Director Responsibilities:
- Research and develop a fresh, creative, and inspired beverage program in line with the overall vision of the business
- Receive, stock, and inventory liquor
- Ongoing development and training of team members to ensure growth, knowledge, and professionalism
- Cost Management
- Willingness to work behind the bar and be present on the floor as required
- Ensure consistency and cleanliness of bar and bar program
- Develop programs/methods to increase efficiency of bar operations
- Resolving customer complaints and attending to all customer correspondence
- Knowledge of Food & Beverage pairings
Candidate Qualifications:
- 3+ years minimum beverage experience with a proven track record of leading a professional, efficient, high quality, service-oriented operation
- Previous 2-3 star Michelin restaurant experience is required
- Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays
- A sophisticated communicator with high standards of performance together with excellent communication, problem solving and listening skills
- Passionate about the Hospitality Industry and Guest Relations
- Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines
- Ability to create strong relationships with guests, members, and staff
- Working knowledge of bar operations and core standards, policies, and standard operating procedures
- Knowledge of Food & Beverage service, spirits & cocktails, creating and developing, cost control, labor control, maintenance, merchandising & accounting
Compensation Package:
- Base Salary in the $90-110k+ range DOE
- Bonus Potential
- Medical Benefits
- PTO
- Relocation Assistance