Assistant Manager – Bar Operations

Destination Hotels; Dubai; On-site; AED 201,000 - 268,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyatt Centric Jumeirah Dubai is seeking an Assistant Manager - Bar to lead the bar team, maintain high beverage standards and deliver engaging guest experiences. You will supervise daily operations, coach staff and help craft memorable moments for guests.

This role requires strong knowledge of cocktails and beverages, excellent communication and leadership, and the flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays in a vibrant Dubai hotel setting.

Qualifications

• Supervisory or assistant management experience in a busy bar, restaurant or hotel.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, beer and beverage trends.
• Excellent communication, leadership and guest-service skills.
• Creative, confident and hands-on approach.
• Commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Support the Bar Manager in managing the day-to-day bar operation.
• Lead, coach and motivate the bar team to deliver outstanding service.
• Ensure consistent quality in cocktails, beverages, presentation and service standards.
• Create a welcoming and lively atmosphere for guests.
• Assist with staff scheduling, training and performance development.
• Monitor stock levels, wastage, ordering and beverage costs.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene and licensing requirements.
• Handle guest feedback professionally and resolve concerns promptly.
• Support menu development, promotions and creative beverage concepts.
• Drive revenue through upselling, product knowledge and memorable guest experiences.
• Maintain strong communication with Food & Beverage and other hotel departments.

Skills

Bar management

Cocktails knowledge

Guest service

Communication

Leadership

Education

Hospitality qualifications

Job description

Summary

At Hyatt Centric Jumeirah Dubai, we are all about helping guests discover the heart of the destination. Located in one of Dubai's most vibrant neighborhoods, our hotel offers a contemporary lifestyle experience with stylish spaces, warm hospitality and memorable food and beverage moments.

We are looking for a passionate and energetic Assistant Manager - Bar to join our team and help bring our bar experience to life.

About the Role

As Assistant Manager - Bar, you will support the daily operation of the bar, lead and inspire the team, and ensure every guest receives engaging, knowledgeable and exceptional service. You will play an important role in maintaining high standards of beverage quality, presentation, guest satisfaction and commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Bar Manager in managing the day-to-day bar operation.


• Lead, coach and motivate the bar team to deliver outstanding service.


• Ensure consistent quality in cocktails, beverages, presentation and service standards.


• Create a welcoming and lively atmosphere for guests.


• Assist with staff scheduling, training and performance development.


• Monitor stock levels, wastage, ordering and beverage costs.


• Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene and licensing requirements.


• Handle guest feedback professionally and resolve concerns promptly.


• Support menu development, promotions and creative beverage concepts.


• Drive revenue through upselling, product knowledge and memorable guest experiences.


• Maintain strong communication with Food & Beverage and other hotel departments.

What We're Looking For

• Previous supervisory or assistant management experience in a busy bar, restaurant or hotel environment.


• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, beer and contemporary beverage trends.


• Excellent communication, leadership and guest-service skills.


• A creative, confident and hands-on approach.


• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail.


• Ability to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends and public holidays.


• A positive attitude and genuine passion for hospitality.


• Relevant hospitality qualifications are an advantage.