Bar Manager High Volume & Fun DC - Urgent

Creative and growing experiential driven hospitality brand is seeking an experience Bar Manager to join the DC based management teams. The Bar Manager has two main purposes- they are responsible for ensuring the seamless operation of the venue bars, as well as managing the team, stock and equipment on a day-to-day basis. In addition, they oversee all floor activities related to service and entertainment on any assigned shift acting in the capacity of either a Manager on Duty or Lead Manager. With an overriding focus on team and guest experience the Bar Manager balances operational excellence, commercial acumen, safety compliance and a developing display of emotional intelligence. This is an expanding brand with locations in NYC, DC, Las Vegas and beyond.

As the Bar Manager, you will:

• Use your creativity and knowledge of industry trends to create and implement beverage specials
• Lead by example and maintain a culture of premium standards behind the bar
• Put a premium on guest experience through strong leadership and coaching of the team
• Contribute to creating an educational beverage program and developing product knowledge
• Take point in the new hire onboarding and training processes, as well as the ongoing development
• Manage beverage program inventory and ordering

Our perfect candidate has:

• Minimum 3 years experience managing a large Bar Team in a quality driven, high-volume environment
• Passion for craft cocktails/cocktail culture, and craft cocktail bartending experience
• Extensive beverage knowledge, and a pulse on industry trends
• Experience in delivering a high-quality cocktail program in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to establish a culture of premium standards behind the bar with a commitment to efficiency
• Strong leadership and coaching skills
• Charisma, energy, and enthusiasm
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to relate to team members at all levels
• The ability to manage under pressure and make decisions in real time
• The ability to manage multiple operational and managerial tasks simultaneously
• Personal maturity to deal with confidential information and/or issues with discretion and sound judgment
• A relentless sense of optimism and the ability to adapt
• A healthy interest in social competition and passion for hospitality
• TIPS alcohol certification
• Food handling certification
• The capability to meet the physical and scheduling demands of the position, including walking, standing, or lifting heavy items for extended periods, and working nights, weekends, and holidays

The benefits:

• Competitive salaries with ample room for career growth
• 12 days of Paid Time Off, plus additional days as you grow with the company
• Three different CIGNA medical plans to suit you and your familys needs, plus dental and vision options
• 401(k) plans so you can invest in your future
• Voluntary Life Insurance with employer contribution
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Access to our Benefits Hub, which provides exclusive discounts on everyday purchases!
• Easy to use pre-tax transit, parking and dependent care benefits so you can save on your daily expenses
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• 8 weeks of Paid Family Leave after 1 year of employment
• Dining Discounts