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Bar Manager – Posh Italian Concept

Permanent

Brad Metzger Restaurant Solutions

Bar Manager – Posh Italian Concept Los Angeles CA
Salary:
$85000 – $90000

Highly sought after Italian hotspot is seeking a creative, experienced Bar Manager to join their team. This role will be responsible for overseeing the entire cocktail program and all bar operations, including but not limited to: seasonal cocktail creation, maintaining program standards, managing/training the bar team, ordering/inventory, and having a presence on the floor during service. Candidates should have a strong mixology background in order to make fresh, seasonal updates to the cocktail menu quarterly, while maintaining elevated classic offerings in line with the restaurant’s vision. Someone who can establish a positive rapport with guests, while creating a professional, energetic approach to the bar and beverage program is ideal. Exciting opportunity to get in with one of the hottest restaurants in town!

Bar Manager Responsibilities:

  • Research and develop a fresh, creative, and inspired beverage program in line with the overall vision of the business
  • Curate seasonal cocktail menu changes quarterly
  • Receive, stock, and inventory liquor
  • Ongoing development and training of team members to ensure growth, knowledge, and professionalism
  • Cost Management
  • Maintain, support and promote company culture
  • Take initiative and help to build business and bar program
  • Provide an excellent guest experience and resolve all guest issues
  • Hold the team accountable to high standards while remaining hands on and leading by example
  • Willingness to be present on the floor during service 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
  • Understand and comply with CA labor laws

Candidate Qualifications:

  • 3+ years’ experience working as a Bar Manager, Beverage Manager, Bar Lead, Mixologist, F&B Manager, or F&B Supervisor; or 5+ years management experience (preferably beverage focused) in an upscale or fine dining restaurant concept
  • Any chef-driven or acclaimed restaurant experience a big plus
  • Proven track record of leading a professional, efficient, high quality, service-oriented operation
  • Strong experience in craft cocktail culture
  • Creative and natural approach to flavors
  • A sophisticated communicator with high standards of performance, 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
  • Wine knowledge a bonus, but not required
  • Flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays as needed

Compensation Includes:

  • Base Salary in the $85-90k range DOE
  • 100% Medical Coverage
  • Generous PTO Plan
  • Cell Phone Allowance
  • Parking
  • Dining Discounts

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