Bar Manager

Morena Restaurant; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Morena Sydney is seeking an experienced Bar Manager to ensure smooth day-to-day bar operations in a busy Latin American dining venue in Sydney CBD. You will lead the bar team on the floor, coach bartenders, and oversee stock, opening/closing procedures and daily reporting.

The role emphasizes high service standards, beverage knowledge, and hands-on involvement during peak services, with opportunities to contribute to the cocktail and beverage programme and to develop professionally.

Qualifications

• Experience as Bar Manager, Bar Supervisor or Senior Bartender in a quality restaurant or busy venue.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example, work with the bar team during daily services.
• Prepare and serve cocktails, wines and beverages to a high standard.
• Supervise, train and support bartenders, fostering a positive work environment.
• Maintain excellent service standards and create memorable guest experiences.
• Oversee daily bar setup, service and closing procedures.
• Manage stock levels, ordering, stocktakes and waste management.
• Assist management with daily operations including opening/closing, cash-ups and reporting.
• Support restaurant floor when needed.
• Drive beverage sales through product knowledge and guest engagement.
• Maintain cleanliness, organisation and RSA/food safety compliance.

Skills

Bar management

Cocktail knowledge

Wine & spirits

Guest engagement

Team supervision

Cash handling

Job description

As Bar Manager, you will be responsible for the smooth day-to-day running of the bar, maintaining high service standards and supporting the wider management team with daily venue operations. This is a hands‑on position, with approximately 90% of your time spent working on the floor and behind the bar.

Key responsibilities

Lead by example, working alongside the bar team during daily services.

Prepare and serve cocktails, wines and beverages to a consistently high standard.

Supervise, train and support bartenders, ensuring a positive and productive working environment.

Maintain excellent service standards and create memorable experiences for our guests.

Manage daily bar setup, service and closing procedures.

Oversee stock levels, ordering, stocktakes and waste management.

Support the venue management team with daily operations, including opening and closing procedures, cash-ups, end-of-day reporting and administrative duties.

Assist the management team in overseeing service and supporting the restaurant floor when required.

Help drive beverage sales through product knowledge, recommendations and guest engagement.

Maintain cleanliness, organisation and compliance with RSA and food safety requirements.

About you

Previous experience as a Bar Manager, Bar Supervisor or Senior Bartender in a quality restaurant or busy hospitality venue.

Strong cocktail knowledge and a genuine passion for wines, spirits and hospitality.

Confidence working behind the bar during busy services.

Previous experience supervising and training a small team.

Good organisational skills and attention to detail.

An understanding of stock control, ordering and beverage costs.

The ability to assist with cash handling, daily reporting and venue opening and closing procedures.

Strong communication skills and a positive, hands‑on attitude.

A current NSW RSA certificate.

About us

Morena Sydney is a vibrant Latin American dining destination located in the heart of Sydney's CBD. Led by acclaimed chef Alejandro Saravia, Morena celebrates the rich culinary traditions, flavours and hospitality of Latin America through a contemporary dining experience.

A full-time position in a vibrant Latin American restaurant in Sydney CBD.

The opportunity to work with a passionate and supportive hospitality team.

A hands‑on role with plenty of guest interaction and opportunities to develop your skills.

The chance to contribute ideas to our cocktail and beverage offering.

Opportunities for professional development and career progression.