General Manager - Ginger's (downtown's only gay bar)

General Manager – Ginger’s

Ginger's is downtown's only gay bar, entertainment, and community space and we are looking for a new GM! If you have a background in and a passion for leading and managing teams, the General Manager position at Ginger's may be a good fit for you. We are looking for persons who have experience in a busy bar, hotel, or restaurant, but other work history may be considered with appropriate managerial experience. Working evenings and weekends may be required, the standard work week is Tuesday through Saturday. Experience booking entertainment is a plus.
   
The General Manager is ultimately responsible for all bar operations. You should be able to work independently, effectively communicate managerial objectives, effectively complete detail-oriented administrative tasks, and manage a team in a fair manner. Success in this position requires speedy completion of administrative duties and strong attention to detail.
The General Manager will report directly to the Operations Director.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory controls
• Create cocktail menus under the direction of the Beverage Director
• Determine employees’ schedules and manage labor costs
• Ensure bar is well-stocked and clean
• Mixing and serving alcoholic beverages
• Track customer behavior and sales
• Maintain budget and monitor beverage costs
• Oversee planning for special events
• Liaise with the events team
• Appropriately delegate tasks to staff
• Purchase liquor and other supplies
• Oversee staff, including bartenders and barbacks
• Hire, train, promote, and, when necessary, discipline staff
• Provide input on décor and marketing, including social media and other forms of publicity

• Managerial experience in a bar, restaurant or equivalent
• Great bartending skills
• Experience booking entertainment is an advantage
• Record of critical thinking skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and good organizational skills
• Customer service focus
• Knowledge of food, beverage, and hospitality industries
• Calm under pressure
• Comfortable with hospitality and sales technology platforms
• Familiarity with Craftable, Yelp Restaurant Manager, and Square for Restaurants is nice but not required
• Degree in business, management, hospitality, or equivalent is a plus

• Compensation $24-$30/hr depending on experience tips
• Company-sponsored medical/dental/vision benefits
• Commuter check tax benefits
• Matching 401(k) after the first year