Bar Manager

Sunset Hospitality Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunset Hospitality Group is seeking an experienced Bar Manager for TAPASAKE in Dubai. You will lead daily bar operations, develop a high-performing team, and drive beverage quality, cost control, and guest experiences in a luxury setting.

Ideal candidate has 3+ years in a Bar Manager role within upscale venues, strong leadership, and fluency in English. You will contribute to pre-opening activities, menu development, and adherence to safety and SOP standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' proven experience as a Bar Manager in a luxury dining, upscale restaurant, beach club, or nightlife venue.
• Strong knowledge of beverage cost, inventory management, and profitability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; fluent English required.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily bar operations, ensuring exceptional service and guest experiences.
• Develop, train, and inspire a high-performing bar team while maintaining service standards.
• Drive beverage quality, consistency, profitability, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and management on seasonal beverage programs and guest experiences.
• Monitor beverage costs, inventory management, stock control, and waste minimization.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, health & safety regulations, and licensing requirements.
• Support pre-opening activities and be involved in recruitment, training, and launch.

Skills

Bar management

Leadership

Cost control

Beverage program

Guest service

Staff training

Job description

Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG) is a leading multinational lifestyle hospitality group, with a wide portfolio encompassing Hotels & Resorts, Restaurants, Beach Clubs, Nightclubs, Fitness Centers, and more. SHG operates 111 properties in 26 countries with a commitment to deliver authentic and diverse hospitality experiences that bring people together, all around the world.

We are looking for an experienced Bar Manager to join TAPASAKE, our iconic Japanese-Mediterranean dining destination located at One Za'abeel, Dubai. TAPASAKE offers an elevated lifestyle experience where exceptional cuisine, innovative mixology, vibrant entertainment, and impeccable service come together against one of Dubai's most spectacular skyline views. We are looking for a passionate hospitality leader who thrives in a high-energy luxury environment and is committed to delivering unforgettable guest experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the daily bar operations, ensuring exceptional service and memorable guest experiences.
• Develop, train, and inspire a high-performing bar team while maintaining the highest service standards.
• Drive beverage quality, consistency, profitability, and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and management team on seasonal beverage programs and guest experiences.
• Monitor beverage costs, inventory management, stock control, and waste minimization.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, health & safety regulations, and licensing requirements.
• Support the successful pre-opening of the venue, ensuring all bar operations are fully prepared for launch.
• Assist in developing bar Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), service standards, and operational workflows.
• Support beverage menu development, cocktail testing, and recipe standardization.
• Build strong relationships with guests while creating an engaging and energetic atmosphere.
• Support the successful pre-opening, recruitment, training, and launch of the venue.

Ideal Candidate:

• Minimum 3 years' proven experience as a Bar Manager within a luxury lifestyle dining, upscale restaurant, beach club, or nightlife venue.
• Previous experience managing high-volume premium beverage operations.
• Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, premium spirits, wine, champagne, and contemporary mixology trends.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in developing, coaching, and motivating bar teams.
• Strong commercial acumen with experience managing beverage cost, inventory, and profitability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English is required; additional European languages are highly advantageous.