Bar Manager

Join The Mission Family and grow with our team of committed culinary professionals as we continue to serve the finest Modern Latin fare in Arizona led by the award-winning Chef Matt Carter. Chef Carter is featured in Phoenix Cooks: Recipes from the City’s Finest Chefs, by AZ Hall of Fame writer Christina Barrueta.

The beverage program collaborates with our cooks, chefs, restaurant management and other food service staff to provide excellent customer service while maintaining the positive reputation we have established since 2008.

There is ample room for growth within The Mission Restaurants and restaurant group. Chef Carter partners with two other standout concepts in the valley Zinc Bistro and Fat Ox. Zinc Bistro, a French bistro, is located in the Kierland Commons a stone’s throw away from The Mission Kierland Restaurant. Fat Ox is the modern Italian steakhouse of the family and is located on Lincoln and Scottsdale Rd.

We are looking for an experienced bar manager to oversee our bar operations, ensuring exceptional service and a vibrant atmosphere for our guests. This role combines high quality bartending skills with team leadership, making it ideal for someone passionate about crafting drinks, improving efficiency, and managing a team effectively.

An ideal candidate will possess both the hard skills of managing inventory, maintaining organization and cleanliness with the soft skills of managing a team of up to 10 other bartenders, holding the team accountable to standards of service and cleanliness. They will be passionate about providing an experience that is memorable and building a welcoming atmosphere to all team members and guests. They are continually growing in their own education, and passing that knowledge on to their fellow team members.

Responsibilities and Duties

The bar manager will handle a range of tasks, including:

· Leading and supervising the bar team to maintain high service standards.

· In cooperation with the beverage team, developing innovative cocktail recipes and features to enhance guest experience.

· Managing inventory, maintaining stock levels, maintaining organization of bar and storage areas, communicating with chefs, GM, and beverage director regarding needs.

· Training and mentoring junior bartenders and staff to uphold hospitality and operational standards.

· Furthering the education of the bar staff and all FOH staff regarding wine and spirits.

· Ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal alcohol service regulations.

· Addressing customer inquiries and complaints promptly and professionally.

· Overseeing cash handling and financial transactions at the bar.

· Keeping the bar areas clean, organized, and safe, adhering to health and safety standards.

· Staying updated on industry trends to keep offerings fresh and appealing.

Qualifications and Skills

To succeed in this role, candidates should have:

· 3-5 years of bartending in a fine dining environment, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory or lead role.

· Extensive knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wines, and bar operations.

· Equally focused on knowing and selling food as beverages.

· Genuine focus on hospitality, making each guest experience memorable.

· Proven leadership and team management abilities.

· Strong organizational skills to multitask effectively in a busy environment.

· Excellent customer service and communication skills to engage with guests.

· Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

· Title 4 certification in responsible alcohol service.

· Basic computer skills for inventory management and POS systems.

· Physical stamina to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

This position operates in a fast-paced restaurant setting, involving long hours on your feet, working in potentially loud environments, and handling alcohol responsibly. It requires adaptability to varying shifts and the physical capability to manage the demands of a busy bar while prioritizing hospitality to all guests.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18