Restaurant Bar Manager

Job Summary

The Sports Bar Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a high-energy sports bar, ensuring exceptional guest experiences, efficient staff performance, and strong financial results. This role combines hospitality leadership with a passion for sports, food, drinks, and customer engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Guest Experience

• Manage day-to-day bar and floor operations during shifts
• Ensure a welcoming, fun, and safe environment for all guests
• Monitor service quality, cleanliness, and atmosphere during all hours
• Resolve guest concerns quickly and professionally

Staff Management

• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise bartenders, servers, hosts, and support staff
• Lead by example to promote teamwork, accountability, and high morale
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching and feedback
• Enforce company policies and local labor regulations

Financial & Inventory Management

• Control costs related to labor, food, and beverage
• Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships
• Track sales, cash handling, and daily/weekly reports
• Assist in setting and achieving revenue and profit goals

Food, Beverage & Compliance

• Ensure consistency in food and drink quality and presentation
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and alcohol service laws
• Monitor responsible alcohol service and intervene when necessary

Marketing & Events

• Coordinate promotions, game-day specials, and special events
• Create an energetic game-day atmosphere aligned with major sporting events
• Support social media and local marketing initiatives

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant or bar management experience (sports bar preferred)
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Knowledge of food, beverage, and alcohol service regulations
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Passion for sports and hospitality

Preferred Skills

• Experience with POS systems and inventory software
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• High energy, outgoing personality with a guest-first mindset

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person