Bar Manager - Okku

Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah Dubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality organization is seeking a Bar Manager for their lounge operations at a prestigious location in Dubai. This role involves supervising staff, managing inventory, implementing beverage policies, and ensuring exceptional guest service. Candidates should have a strong background in hospitality with a high school diploma or related experience. The ideal candidate will excel in customer service and staff management, contributing to a high-quality experience for guests.

Qualifications

• 4 years experience in food and beverage, culinary, or related fields.
• Experience managing beverage policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of liquor control policies and local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily operations and staff supervision in the bar/lounge.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal beverage and liquor laws.
• Manages beverage control including inventory, portion control, cost management, and sales analysis.

Skills

Customer service

Staff supervision

Inventory management

Education

High school diploma or GED

2-year degree in Food Service Management or related field

Job description

Responsible for daily shift operations and staff supervision in the bar/lounge. Assists with promoting the lounge, menu planning, maintaining standards, supporting servers during peak times, and managing liquor inventories. Ensures guest and employee satisfaction while adhering to the operating budget. Enforces legal obligations professionally and consistently. Identifies training needs and implements development plans. Supports the food and beverage team by assisting in other outlets when needed.

Candidate Profile

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in food and beverage, culinary, or related fields.
• 2-year degree in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in food and beverage or related fields.

Core Work Activities

• Implements beverage policies and procedures across the property.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal beverage and liquor laws.
• Manages beverage control including inventory, portion control, cost management, and sales analysis.
• Monitors adherence to liquor control policies.
• Participates in pre- and post-convention meetings to understand group needs.
• Understands budgets, operating statements, and payroll reports for financial management.
• Manages controllable expenses to meet or exceed budget goals.
• Ensures compliance with all policies, standards, and sanitation standards.
• Maintains inventories according to budget and business levels.
• Assists in menu development and promotions.
• Trains staff on liquor control policies and procedures.
• Supervises staffing to meet guest service, operational, and financial goals.
• Communicates critical information regarding events to staff.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service

• Engages with guests for feedback on product quality and service.
• Responds effectively to guest complaints and issues.
• Empowers employees to deliver excellent service.
• Focuses on continuous improvement and guest satisfaction.
• Provides performance feedback and reviews guest satisfaction results with staff.

Managing Human Resources

• Supports onboarding and training of new employees.
• Participates in corrective action planning.

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