Bar Manager

Recruit Shop Pty Ltd; Darwin; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruit Shop Pty Ltd invites applications for a Venue Manager role at a premier waterfront venue in Darwin. You will take ownership of day-to-day operations, actively behind the bar and leading a team of about 10 staff to deliver outstanding service with a relaxed coastal vibe.

Reporting to directors, you will manage rosters, recruitment, training and stock control, while driving promotions and events to enhance guest experiences in a full-time capacity on-site.

Qualifications

• Experience as Bar Manager or similar leadership role.
• Strong cocktail preparation and beverage knowledge.
• Commitment to high customer service standards.
• Experience rostering, recruitment, training, stock control and POS systems.
• Self-motivated with sound judgement and hands-on leadership; RSA certification; availability for 38–45 hours weekly including nights/weekends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and maintain high service, presentation, safety and compliance.
• Work behind the bar and craft quality cocktails with consistency.
• Lead from the front during busy service and collaborate with kitchen team.
• Coach and motivate a team of approximately 10 staff.
• Manage rosters, recruitment and onboarding within labour budgets; handle ordering, stocktakes and POS reconciliation; minimise wastage.
• Bring fresh ideas for cocktails, promotions and events.

Skills

Bar Manager

Cocktails

Customer service

Rostering

Recruitment

Training

Stock control

POS systems

Leadership

RSA Certification

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 tasksA 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