Bar Manager - Aera

The Bar Manager will oversee the bar program by creating and maintaining bar standards while driving sales through creative and innovative promotions and building relationships with suppliers and vendors. In addition, the Bar Manager is accountable for the day to day operations of the restaurant bar including staffing, cost controls, staff training, budgeting, administration and active floor management during service.
The Day to Day:
Manage the overall bar and beverage program for the restaurant including cocktails, beers, garnishing and non-alcoholic beverages
Create and maintain service and operational standards for the bar, making use of best practices and efficiencies where possible
Lead the creation and maintenance of cocktail lists including new and innovative products and combinations while keeping in mind costing and speed requirements
Liaison and build relationships with beverage related suppliers to source new products, new promotions and improved pricing
Communicate the vision to all team members and leads by example. Reinforce the O&B values daily and inspires the team with his/her exciting vision for the future
Build and maintain relationships with guests, team members and senior management alike
Demonstrate high personal integrity, business ethics and takes every opportunity to promote the venue
Use conflict resolution and problem solving skills
Strive for maximum efficiency and continual improvement of staff productivity
Additional duties as assigned or required
Post-secondary diploma/degree in Business or Hospitality as asset
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a high volume, fast paced hospitality environment.
WSET Intermediate Wine Certificate or comparable an asset
Experience working in both a fine dining and casual restaurant bar environment is preferred
Extensive beverage knowledge including traditional cocktails and new, on-trend beverages
Experience with new restaurant or bar openings and bar set-up is preferred
A passion for beverage, food and service is a must!
Must possess superior verbal and written communication skills
Ability to demonstrate extreme organization in a fast paced environment while acting as a team player
Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Strong business acumen

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No