Bar Manager

SOFITEL; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury hotel is looking for a Bar Manager to deliver exceptional guest experiences and oversee bar performance. You will lead and train the bar staff, develop innovative beverage menus, and ensure compliance with hygiene standards. The ideal candidate will have a background in restaurant management, exceptional leadership skills, and a degree in Hotel or Restaurant Management. Previous experience in a hotel setting is essential, and an understanding of beverage trends is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-3 years of hotel experience required.
• Excellent proficiency in English.
• Well-presented and professionally groomed.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional guest experiences aligned with luxury standards.
• Lead and train a professional bar team.
• Develop innovative beverage menus.
• Monitor budgets and revenue targets.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Bartending knowledge

Education

Degree in Hotel or Restaurant Management or equivalent

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional guest experiences aligned with luxury standards.
• Lead and train a professional bar team.
• Oversee service, ambiance, and bar performance.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene, safety, and compliance.
• Develop innovative beverage menus.
• Ensure efficient stock control and supplier coordination.
• Organize promotions, events, and beverage activations.
• Handle guest feedback and resolve issues professionally.
• Monitor budgets, revenue targets, and cost controls.
• Conduct regular service and product knowledge training.
• Foster team motivation and excellence; conduct regular check-in conversations.
• Ensure grooming standards are adhered to.

Qualifications

• Excellent reading, writing, and oral proficiency in English.
• Experience in all aspects of restaurant service.
• Well-presented and professionally groomed at all times.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• High professionalism, sound human resources management capabilities, business acumen, energy, and determination.
• Proven organizational skills, able to set and meet deadlines with quality results.
• Background in bartending and menu engineering with wine knowledge.
• Exceptional spirit and liquor knowledge.
• Up-to-date with F&B trends and successful concepts.
• Knowledge of digital platforms to enhance F&B exposure.

Additional Information

Degree in Hotel or Restaurant Management or equivalent.

Minimum 2-3 years of hotel experience.