Bar Manager - Sycamore Country Club

POSITION SUMMARY

The Bar Manager plays a key role in creating a welcoming and memorable experience for our members and guests. This position oversees the daily operation of the bar before, during, and after service, ensuring smooth execution, exceptional hospitality, and a consistently high standard of service.

The ideal candidate is organized, service-driven, and passionate about hospitality. Responsibilities include promoting and upholding responsible alcohol service standards, maintaining a clean and professional bar environment, and ensuring the bar is fully stocked and prepared for daily service and special events. The Bar Manager is also responsible for completing weekly and monthly inventory counts and assisting our Director of Food and Beverage in other items that support an efficient operation.

Pay range: $25-32 including service charge and gratuity

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• • Previous bar experience
  • Ability to work unsupervised at times as well as being able to work as part of a team
  • Punctuality
  • Friendliness and enthusiasm, polished and professional appearance
  • Works well under pressure
  • Certificates in ServSafe, ASK, or equivalent.  Not required at the time of hire; must be completed within a designated timeframe after employment begins.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

 Position responsibilities include, but may not be limited to the following:

• • Oversee daily bar operations in a private club setting, delivering warm, personalized service to members and guests.
  • Promote responsible alcohol service while ensuring compliance with Club policies, local liquor laws, and safety standards.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and professional bar environment at all times.
  • Manage inventory, including stocking, rotating product, weekly counts, and placing orders as needed.
  • Handle cash, member charges, and POS transactions accurately.
  • Respond to member questions or concerns with professionalism and discretion.
  • Support staff scheduling, training, and communication between shifts.
  • Complete opening and closing duties.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly.
• Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately.
• Must work well in stressful, high-pressure situations.
• Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure in a fast-paced hospitality environment
• Must be able to lift 35-50lbs as needed
• Must be able to stand on feet majority of the day.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

 Work is performed indoors with no exposure to extreme heat/humidity. Occasional outside help as needed.

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT 

Computer, Cash Register (POS), calculator, telephone, facsimile machine, copier and other office equipment.