Bar Manager

The Workers Club; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts on food and beverages

Flexible hours

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

The Workers Club in Fitzroy, Melbourne is seeking an experienced Bar Manager to lead our front‑of‑house team and drive exceptional guest experiences at one of Australia’s premier live music venues.

You will oversee staff recruitment, training and rostering, ensure licensing and safety compliance, manage budgets and promotions, and coordinate events with bands to maximise revenue while maintaining high standards across the venue.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Bar Manager or similar hospitality role.
• Strong knowledge of hospitality operations and POS systems.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Financial acumen including budgeting and wastage control.
• Understanding licensing laws, health and safety, and RSA obligations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle pressure and make decisions.
• Oversee beer and gas system maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Managing and supervising staff, recruitment and scheduling.
• Ensuring licensing, health and safety compliance.
• Maintaining cleanliness and venue maintenance.
• Managing budgets and revenue through pricing/promotions.
• Managing stock levels to minimise wastage.
• Executing events and promotions.
• Fostering positive team culture reflecting company values.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem solving

POS systems

Tools

POS systems

Job description

About the role The Workers Club, one of Australia's premier live music venues, is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and outgoing Bar Manager to join our team in the heart of Fitzroy. You will be contributing to the overall operations, profitability and guest experience at our establishment. The role is crucial to maintaining our reputation as a leading hospitality destination and ensuring our team delivers the exceptional service we're renowned for. If you love live music or ever wanted to be a part of the music scene, this gig's for you.

What you'll be doing

Managing and supervising staff, including participating in recruitment, training, scheduling and performance management

Ensuring compliance with licensing laws, health and safety regulations and responsible service of alcohol requirements

Maintaining high standards of cleanliness, presentation and maintenance throughout the venue

Managing budgets, controlling costs and maximising revenue through effective pricing and promotions

Managing stock levels to ensure optimal availability and minimal wastage

Executing special events and promotions to drive customer engagement

Building and fostering a positive team culture that reflects the long term values of The Workers Club

What we're looking for

Proven experience as a Bar Manager or similar hospitality role, preferably in a busy bar, restaurant or entertainment venue

Strong knowledge of hospitality operations, point-of-sale systems

Excellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate, mentor and develop staff

Demonstrated financial acumen including budget management and cost/wastage control

Thorough understanding of licensing laws, health and safety regulations and responsible service of alcohol obligations

Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with staff, guests and bands

Problem-solving capabilities and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure

Helping oversee beer and gas system maintenance

What we offer

The Workers Club is committed to creating a rewarding workplace where our team members thrive. We offer competitive remuneration and a range of benefits including staff discounts on food and beverages, a supportive and collaborative work environment and relatively flexible hours when compared with most BM jobs. We value work-life balance and recognise the importance of wellbeing in maintaining a happy and productive team. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

• staff discounts on food and beverages
• a supportive and collaborative work environment
• relatively flexible hours when compared with most BM jobs