Multi-unit Bar Manager | Music Venues | DC

Job Description:

We are currently seeking an effective and efficient Bar Manager to supervise the bar and light concessions operations at three venues within a half-mile radius. The successful candidate will have experience in both bar and restaurant/snack bar management, and must be adept at multiple facets of bar and concession operations, including managing staff and inventory, controlling costs, and ensuring total cleanliness.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee bartenders, barbacks, and kitchen staff.
• Determine staff schedules to ensure smooth operation.
• Ensure bars and kitchen are well stocked and clean.
• Track customer behavior and sales to optimize operations.
• Select and purchase liquor and supplies.
• Maintain budget and monitor costs to achieve financial targets.
• Maintain vendor relationships for seamless supply chain management.
• Maintain inventory to avoid shortages or excesses.
• Participate in special event planning and execution.
• Appropriately delegate tasks to ensure efficient workflow.
• Hire, train, promote, discipline, and fire staff when necessary.
• Master, utilize, maintain, and troubleshoot point of sale technology.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Strong and proven leadership ability to effectively manage the team.
• Excellent multitasking ability to handle various responsibilities simultaneously.
• Problem-solving skills to address challenges promptly and effectively.
• Attention to detail to ensure high-quality service and cleanliness.
• Calm under pressure to handle demanding situations professionally.
• Highly organized to manage inventory, schedules, and budgets efficiently.
• Ability to de-escalate tense situations and provide excellent customer service.
• Facility with math and basic accounting for financial management.
• High-level interpersonal skills to build relationships with staff and customers.

Education and Experience:

• Experience in tending bar and management in a high-volume nightclub environment.
• Associates degree or higher in hotel and restaurant management is a plus.
• Admin level familiarity with Point of Sale systems and other industry software.
• Mastery of Microsoft Office and Google Office, particularly spreadsheets.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary.
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Health Reimbursement Account
• WMATA Smart Benefits
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401k + match
• PTO + 11 observed holidays