Bar Manager | Masion Bâtard

Lucas Collective; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Maison Bâtard, part of Lucas Collective in Melbourne, seeks a vibrant Bar Manager to lead high-energy beverage service and steward guest-first experiences; you will role-model excellence on the floor and mentor the bar team.

You will oversee bar operations, drive stock control, advanced cocktails knowledge and staff development while upholding Lucas Collective standards in a busy hospitality setting.

Qualifications

• Experience leading high-performing bar teams.
• Solid understanding of management practices.
• Exceptional service skills with a guest focus.
• Adaptability in high-pressure service periods.
• Extensive knowledge of cocktails and beverage production.
• Experience with stock control and inventory management.
• Ability to build strong relationships and team culture.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Able to meet and exceed GP targets.
• Compliance with Labour Management and WHS requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all bar operations and service delivery.
• Lead, coach and develop the bar team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Maintain stock levels, perform inventory checks and control costs.
• Uphold quality standards for cocktails and beverages.
• Ensure compliance with WHS and labour regulations.
• Collaborate with leadership to drive GP and operational excellence.

Skills

Lead bar teams

Management practices

Exceptional service

Adaptability

Cocktails knowledge

Beverage production

Stock control

Team culture

Time management

Labour 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 Maison Bâtard

Maison Bâtard is a celebration of modern French culture which has been imagined uniquely for Melbourne in a nod to the city’s golden era of hospitality. Careful and meticulous restoration has transformed the landmark heritage site at 23 Bourke Street into a four-level haven of immersive, French-accented dining and celebratory experiences; including a showpiece restaurant spanning the lower two floors, a late-night supper club in the basement and an elegant rooftop terrace.

About the Opportunity

Maison Bâtard is seeking a vibrant, experienced Bar Manager to join our leadership team. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who thrives in high-energy environments, leads from the front, and is deeply passionate about exceptional service and beverage excellence.

As Bar Manager, you will oversee all aspects of bar operations, service delivery, and team development, while embodying the values and standards of Lucas Collective. You will bring refined service skills, strong product knowledge, and a genuine guest-first approach that creates memorable experiences.

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

About Lucas Collective

Formerly known as Lucas Restaurants, Lucas Collective is a founder-owned hospitality group led by restaurateur Chris Lucas. The collective is home to some of Australia’s most iconic dining, bar, and event destinations, including Chin Chin, Society, Grill Americano, Yakimono, Hawker Hall, Kisume and more.

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.