Bar Manager

Hall & Prior Aged Care Group; Darwin; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stunning waterfront venue

Darwin harbour views

Locally owned group with multiple Ven

Job summary

Hall & Prior Aged Care Group is seeking a hands-on Venue Manager to take ownership of the day-to-day running of a waterfront venue at Stokes Hill Wharf in Darwin. You will lead a team of about 10 staff and work actively behind the bar while collaborating with Directors to maintain exceptional service.

The successful candidate will oversee daily operations, ensure safety and compliance, manage rosters and stock, and drive menu ideas and events, all in a relaxed coastal venue setting known for

Qualifications

• Experience as Bar Manager, Assistant Manager or strong Bar Supervisor.
• Strong cocktail preparation skills and beverage knowledge.
• Demonstrated commitment to high customer service standards.
• Experience rostering, recruitment, training, stock control and POS systems.
• Self-management, sound judgement and task follow-through.
• Positive, energetic leadership and leading by example.
• Current RSA certification and availability for 38–45 hours per week, including nights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily venue operations with high service, safety and compliance standards.
• Active bar work and ensuring quality cocktails with consistency.
• Lead from the front during busy service and collaborate with kitchen team.
• Motivate and train a team of about 10 staff.
• Manage rosters, recruitment and onboarding within labour budgets.
• Handle ordering, stocktakes, POS and cash reconciliation to minimise wastage.
• Introduce fresh cocktail ideas, promotions and events.

Skills

Bar management experience

Cocktail skills

Customer service excellence

Rostering & recruitment

Training & stock control

POS systems

Leadership & hands-on style

RSA certification

Tools

POS systems

Job description

Join One of Darwin's Favourite Waterfront Venues at Stokes Hill Wharf

Perfect Opportunity to Take Ownership of Your Own Venue and Lead a Team of 10

About The Company

Our client is a lively and welcoming waterfront venue located right on the water at Stokes Hill Wharf in Darwin's Waterfront Precinct. Born from the shared vision of four Territorians, the venue was created by transforming a set of shipping containers into a unique space that blends modern design with a relaxed coastal vibe.

This is not a formal restaurant or a corporate hotel bar. It is an intimate venue (licensed for up to 100 patrons) where locals and visitors come together for afternoon drinks, cocktails, long lunches, sunset sessions and celebrations. Known for fresh, locally sourced food, a refined cocktail list and spectacular Darwin sunsets, our client is part of a locally owned hospitality group operating several venues across Darwin's Waterfront.

About The Opportunity

The primary purpose of this position is to take ownership of the day-to-day running of the venue, leading a team of approximately 10 staff and delivering consistently high service standards. This is a hands-on role, similar to a Venue Manager, where you will work actively behind the bar while managing operations with the support of the Directors.

Reporting directly to the Directors, some of your responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing daily operations, maintaining high standards of service, presentation, safety and compliance
• Working actively behind the bar, preparing quality cocktails with consistency and recipe accuracy
• Leading from the front during busy service and working closely with the kitchen team
• Leading, motivating and training a team of approximately 10 staff
• Managing rosters, recruitment and onboarding in line with agreed labour budgets
• Handling ordering, stocktakes, POS and cash reconciliation while minimising wastage
• Bringing fresh ideas for cocktails, promotions and events

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience as a Bar Manager, Assistant Manager or strong Bar Supervisor
• Strong cocktail preparation skills and sound beverage knowledge
• A demonstrated commitment to high customer service standards
• Experience in rostering, recruitment, training, stock control and POS systems
• The initiative to self-manage, exercise sound judgement and follow through on tasks
• A positive, energetic personality and a hands-on approach to leading by example
• Current RSA certification and availability to work 38 to 45 hours per week, including nights and weekends

What's in it for You?

• Work in a Stunning Waterfront Venue | Darwin Harbour Views and Famous Sunsets
• Make the Role Your Own | Bring Your Personality, Creativity and Ideas to the Bar
• Supportive Leadership | Work with Owners Who Are Invested in the Business and Their People
• Genuine Career Opportunities | Be Part of a Locally Owned Group with Multiple Venues
• Full-Time Permanent Role | Enjoy a Great Tropical Lifestyle in Relaxed, Outdoor Darwin