ABOUT US

Walker Hotel TriBeCa located at the intersection of Broadway and Walker Street in the TriBeCa Historic District features an ornate facade, 14-17’ ceiling heights with 171 guestrooms and suites. The hotel has four unique food and beverage concepts. The cellar hosts the Saint Tuesday bar, which features nightly live music and an inventive cocktail menu, the rooftop features the Flower Shop bar which boasts stunning views of the city, and the lobby features Blue Bottle Coffee Shop which attracts hotel guests and locals alike with handcrafted beverages. Adjacent to Blue Bottle also sits Mostrador, a restaurant headed by renowned Chef Fernando Trocca.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an experienced bar manager to join the team! As the Bar Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the bar operations, to ensure the smooth and efficient running of our bar/lounge. Your responsibilities range from managing inventory, crafting innovative cocktail menus, to implementing marketing strategies and optimizing profitability. The ideal candidate is a seasoned manager with a passion for mixology, and an eye for detail. As part of the Bridgeton family, you'll not only contribute to our success but also enjoy the opportunity to participate in a range of benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, hotel discounts, and regular support and connection with a dedicated corporate team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Lead and motivate a team of bartenders and barbacks, including hiring, Training, and scheduling Bartenders and barbacks.
• Oversee daily operations of the bar, including opening and closing procedures, inventory, and ordering.
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and well-stocked bar area.
• Handling all escalated customer complaints and concerns and resolving issues.
• Able to work with commercial kitchen equipment and utilities.
• Able to use repetitive hand and body motions such as grasping, standing, kneeling, writing, typing, listening, hearing, and visual acuity.
• Able to lift to 25-pounds or more with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects.
• Able to walk, bend, stand and squat without assistance, including climbing stairs, ladders, stand to a significant degree, kneel, reach, bend, handle machinery, lift, feel, talk, hear, and see.
• Able to work outside for duration of shift.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Developing and implementing marketing strategies to increase sales.
• Staying informed on liquor laws and regulations.
• Set a high standard for customer service and hospitality for all customers and staff.
• Curating and implementing drink menus.
• Extensive knowledge of beverage service, including cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer, as well as proficiency in mixology techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with all staff members and management.
• Manage budgets and track sales.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience as a bar manager, with a minimum of 2-3 years’ experience.
• Strong knowledge of beverages, mixology and customer preferences.
• Experience with equipment and maintenance, as well as knowledge of health and safety regulations and procedures.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays, as needed.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: Company is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Company are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Company will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics and encourages applicants of all ages.