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Crawford's | Bar & Grill

Bar Manager

Sioux Falls, SD

Bar Manager - New Concept Opening Location: Sioux Falls, SD Compensation: Competitive salary + performance incentives Employment Type: Full-Time About the Role We are opening an exciting new concept ...

Boathouse Bar and Grill

Bar Manager

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

Company Description Boathouse Bar & Grill in North Padre Island is the place to be for the best beach party and sports bar all year round! The best thing about the Boathouse Bar and Grill is that ...

Boathouse Bar and Grill

Bar Manager

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

Company Description Boathouse Bar & Grill in North Padre Island is the place to be for the best beach party and sports bar all year round! The best thing about the Boathouse Bar and Grill is that ...

Birdseye Rooftop Restaurant & Bar

Bar Lead

La Jolla, CA · On-site

$40 - $45/hr

Bar Lead // Birdseye Rooftop Restaurant & Bar La Jolla, CA | Rooftop Dining Overlooking the Pacific Ocean Birdseye is a rooftop restaurant and bar built around one thing: creating memorable ...

OASIS SPORTS BAR LLC

Bar Manager

Charlotte, NC

$40K - $60K/yr

Oversee daily bar operations to ensure speed, quality, cleanliness, and consistency * Maintain high standards of guest service and hospitality at all times * Ensure compliance with alcohol service ...

Rendezvous cafe and wine bar

Bar Manager

O Fallon, MO

$17 - $20/hr

About Us Rendezvous is a locally loved café, restaurant, and wine bar serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, small plates, signature cocktails, and curated wine selections. We're looking for an ...

Go Vampy Ice Cream & Deli Bar

Bar Manager

Lajas, PR

$7.25 - $12/hr

Join Our Team as a Bar Manager at Go Vampy Ice Cream & Deli Bar! Looking for an exciting opportunity to lead in a vibrant and dynamic environment? Go Vampy Ice Cream & Deli Bar, located in the heart ...

Wyne Tasting Bar, LTD

Bar Manager

Cleveland, OH

$18/hr

Bar Manager Location: Cleveland, OH (Gordon Square Entertainment District) Job Type: Full-time Salary: $18/hour base + average $10/hour in tips ++ Supplemental Pay: $20.00 Booking Bonus per event ...

Stirnella Bar & Kitchen

Bar Manager

Omaha, NE · On-site

Managing a full bar program with a small staff of ten or less. Managing and bar-tending shifts with the staff, earning tips while doing so, as well as a % of sales from special events produced.

Houlihan's Restaurant and Bar

Bar Manager

Eagan, MN · On-site

$55K - $60K/yr

Training & development SUMMARY OF POSITION Manages bar operations of assigned restaurant; responsible for achieving planned sales and profit levels for the restaurant through the implementation ...

Houlihan's Restaurant and Bar

Bar Manager

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$55K - $60K/yr

Training & development SUMMARY OF POSITION Manages bar operations of assigned restaurant; responsible for achieving planned sales and profit levels for the restaurant through the implementation ...

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Bar Attendant, Bar

Norridge, IL · On-site

Chicago ORD IL Hyatt Regency The Bar Attendant at Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago supports bartenders by ensuring the bar is well-stocked, clean, and operating efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

MCR Hotels

Bar Attendant, Bar

Rosemont, IL · On-site

$19.88 - $26.50/hr

Chicago ORD IL Hyatt Regency The Bar Attendant at Hyatt Regency O'Hare Chicago supports bartenders by ensuring the bar is well-stocked, clean, and operating efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

BANDANA

Bar Assistant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$25/hr

Bar Assistant Nine Orchard is a luxury, boutique hotel located on Manhattan's Lower East Side. The Food and Beverage offerings are curated by the Mattos Hospitality team, led by Chef Ignacio Mattos ...

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Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill

Bar Manager

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$55K - $65K/yr

Smokey Bones serves lunch and dinner and has a full bar featuring a variety of bourbons and whiskeys; a selection of domestic, import, and local craft beers; and signature, handcrafted cocktails. We ...

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Bar Manager

Crawford's | Bar & Grill

Sioux Falls, SD

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Bar Manager – New Concept Opening

Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Compensation: Competitive salary + performance incentives
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are opening an exciting new concept and are seeking an experienced, driven Bar Manager to lead the development and execution of our beverage program. This role is ideal for a hospitality professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, values quality and consistency, and wants to help build something from the ground up.

You will be responsible for overseeing all bar operations—from cocktail creation and inventory control to staff training and guest experience—while maintaining strong cost controls and high service standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a compelling cocktail, beer, and wine program aligned with the restaurant’s concept
  • Hire, train, and lead bar staff with a focus on service, efficiency, and hospitality culture
  • Manage inventory, ordering, vendor relationships, and product selection
  • Control beverage costs, minimize waste, and maintain accurate counts and pars
  • Create bar SOPs, recipes, and training materials
  • Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and alcohol regulations
  • Collaborate closely with ownership, culinary leadership, and management
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and guest-ready bar at all times
  • Lead by example during service and set the tone for professionalism behind the bar

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of bar management or lead bartender experience in a high-volume or upscale setting
  • Strong knowledge of classic and modern cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer
  • Proven leadership and staff development skills
  • Experience with inventory systems, POS platforms, and cost controls
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
  • Passion for hospitality and guest experience

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to build and shape a bar program from day one
  • Competitive pay with performance-based incentives
  • Growth opportunities within a developing restaurant group
  • Creative freedom within a structured, professional environment
  • A team-focused culture that values quality, accountability, and respect

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