Description
Lead bar operations and staff to deliver consistent, high-quality beverage service; ensure compliance, inventory control, and cash reconciliation, and mix and serve drinks as needed to maintain guest satisfaction.
- • Lead bar operations during shifts to deliver fast, consistent beverage service.
- • Supervise bartenders and barbacks; assign stations, breaks, and side work.
- • Take and expedite beverage orders from servers and patrons during peak times.
- • Mix and serve cocktails, wine, and beer to house standards when needed.
- • Check identification and enforce age and responsible service policies.
- • Monitor guest consumption; intervene, cut off service, and arrange safe transport as needed.
- • Collect payments, operate POS, and reconcile cash drawers and receipts.
- • Conduct opening and closing procedures and complete shift handovers.
- • Order and requisition liquor, beer, wine, mixers, and bar supplies.
- • Track inventory, set par levels, and minimize waste and variances.
- • Stock and organize ice, glassware, napkins, straws, and backup product.
- • Maintain sanitation; clean bars, tools, glassware, and tables to health standards.
- • Arrange bottle and glass displays to meet merchandising and brand guidelines.
- • Prep garnishes, syrups, and simple appetizers; ensure consistent presentation.
- • Create and standardize drink recipes and garnish specs; update recipe books.
- • Plan and cost bar menus in coordination with management and suppliers.
- • Train and coach staff on service steps, recipes, and safety procedures.
- • Handle guest complaints and remove disruptive patrons in line with policy.
- • Coordinate with kitchen and floor teams to ensure timely delivery of bar snacks and food.
- • Monitor equipment condition; schedule or escalate maintenance as needed.
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Hospitality, Events & Tourism
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
