Bar Manager

Lucas Collective; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Venue discounts

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Lucas Collective in Melbourne is seeking a vibrant Bar Manager to lead a fast-paced beverage service and develop a high-performing team. You will oversee service delivery, maintain the bar, and nurture crew growth to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

With extensive cocktail knowledge, inventory control, and strong labour management, you’ll drive efficiency, uphold WHS standards, and contribute to GP targets, all within Lucas Collective’s growth-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Experience leading bar teams.
• Solid management practices.
• Exceptional guest service and leadership.
• Thrives in high-pressure service periods.
• Extensive knowledge of cocktails and beverage production.
• Stock control and inventory management experience.
• Ability to build relationships and team culture.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Experience contributing to GP targets.
• Labour management and WHS compliance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee service delivery and bar operations.
• Maintain bar area, stock, and presentation.
• Develop and lead the bar crew to high performance.
• Ensure guest satisfaction with exceptional service.

Skills

Bar team leadership

Management skills

Guest service

Adaptability

Cocktails & beverages

Inventory management

Team culture

Time management

GP targets

Labour management

WHS compliance

Job description

• Opportunity to join one of Australia's leading hospitality groups
• Great career progression & development opportunities
• Work with innovative industry leaders

About Lucas Collective:

Formerly known as Lucas Restaurants, Lucas Collective is brought to you by restaurateur Chris Lucas. Proudly founder-owned and led, our independent hospitality collective is hometo the country’s most loved and acclaimed restaurant, bar and event brands -including Maison Batârd, Society, Grill Americano, Chin Chin, Yakimono, Hawker Hall, Kisume and more.

About the Opportunity:

Lucas Collective is looking for a vibrant and dynamic Bar Manager to join our team! This hands-on role is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, energetic environment and is passionate about delivering exceptional guest service.

As Bar Manager, you will oversee service delivery, maintain the bar, and develop your crew, all while embodying the values of Lucas Collective.Your service skills are top-notch, expansive knowledge and have a strong guest focus that leaves a lasting impression.

The Ideal Candidate Must Have:

• Experience in leading high-performing bar teams
• A solid understanding of management practices
• Exceptional service skills with a strong guest focus
• Demonstrate adaptability and thrive in high-pressure service periods
• Extensive knowledge in cocktails and beverage production
• Experience with stock control and inventory management
• Building effective relationships and creating a team culture
• Organisational and time management skills
• Consistently meeting and exceeding GP targets
• Labour Management and Work, Health & Safety compliance

Working with Lucas Collective:

At Lucas Collective, we champion growth. We recognise talent, celebrate success and create space for individuals to thrive, proudly offering a culture that’s inclusive, inspiring and grounded in respect. Our tailored training approach marries on-the-floor experience with our own digital education platform and we offer access to an array of career-changing opportunities.

Lucas Collective is a company that values its people and its culture. We offer competitive salaries, generous discounts in our venues, and development opportunities to support and grow your career.