Bar Manager

Alexandria’s is hiring a hands-on Bar Manager to lead our bar team and help oversee daily operations at our downtown Findlay dining, entertainment, and private event venue. We’re looking for someone who is organized, dependable, and comfortable leading a team while working alongside them during busy shifts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily bar operations, including opening and closing procedures.
• Bartend and assist with service as needed.
• Hire, train, coach, and supervise bartenders and service staff.
• Create staff schedules and manage coverage and labor costs.
• Maintain consistent drink recipes, portion sizes, presentation, and service standards.
• Monitor beer, wine, liquor, and supply inventory; place orders and limit waste.
• Track beverage costs, review sales, and identify opportunities to improve profitability.
• Manage vendor relationships and coordinate product deliveries.
• Handle cash, reconcile drawers, and maintain accurate POS transactions.
• Resolve guest concerns professionally and support a welcoming atmosphere.
• Enforce responsible alcohol service, ID verification, sanitation, and company policies.
• Coordinate bar staffing and preparation for live entertainment, private events, and busy weekends.
• Maintain clean, organized bars and report equipment or maintenance needs.

Qualifications and Skills

• At least two years of bartending experience in a high-volume or corporate restaurant/bar environment.
• Previous bar management, shift leadership, or supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, beer, wine, and standard bartending techniques.
• Experience with inventory, ordering, beverage cost control, and cash handling.
• Familiarity with POS systems and staff scheduling software.
• Strong communication, leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, delegate effectively, and remain professional under pressure.
• Willingness to hold staff accountable and address performance concerns consistently.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of an active bar environment, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Schedule and Compensation

• Full-time, approximately 35–40 hours per week.
• Evening and weekend availability required.
• Salary: $42,500 per year.

To Apply

Apply through Indeed with your résumé and a brief description of your bartending and leadership experience.

Pay: From $42,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Paid training

Application Question(s):

• How many years of bartending experience do you have in a high-volume bar or restaurant?
• How many years of bar management or supervisory experience do you have? Briefly describe your responsibilities.
• Are you available to work 35–40 hours per week, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays?
• What experience do you have with beverage inventory, ordering, and controlling pour costs and waste?
• Describe your knowledge of cocktails, spirits, craft beer, and wine. Are you comfortable training staff on these products?
• What experience do you have hiring, training, scheduling, and holding employees accountable?
• How would you handle an intoxicated guest who becomes upset when you refuse further alcohol service?
• Describe a time you resolved a difficult customer situation while keeping service running smoothly.
• This is a hands-on management position. Are you comfortable bartending, assisting staff during busy shifts, changing kegs, and handling opening and closing duties?
• Describe a disagreement you had with a coworker. How did you handle it, and how did you work together afterward?
• Tell me about feedback from a supervisor that was difficult to hear. What did you do with it?
• During a busy shift, an employee makes a mistake that puts you behind. What would you say to them?
• If you worked a chaotic Saturday night, what would staff appreciate about you—and what might drive them a little crazy?

Experience:

• Bartending: 2 years (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $42,500