Bar Supervisor

CQ Bar; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

CQ Bar in Melbourne is seeking a hands-on Bar Supervisor to keep weekday and weekend service running smoothly. You will supervise staff, handle issues as they arise, and ensure patrons have a great experience at our busy pub.

You’ll oversee nightly operations across bar and some floor, lead the team during service, and ensure compliance with RSA, liquor licensing and OH&S. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory experience in hospitality pubs or late-night venues.
• RSA certification (Victorian) is required.
• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Calm under pressure and quick to solve problems.
• Solid understanding of liquor licensing and venue compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nightly bar and floor operations.
• Lead and support bar and floor staff during service.
• Ensure RSA, liquor licensing and OH&S compliance.
• Handle cash, reconciliations and end-of-night reporting.
• Maintain venue presentation, cleanliness and stock levels.

Skills

Leadership

People-management

Calm under pressure

Problem solving

Education

RSA certification (Victorian)

Job description

We are a busy modern pub venue looking for a hands-on Bar Supervisor to keep things running smoothly across our Weekdays and Weekends. You'll be the go-to person in the Bar — supervising staff, handling issues as they arise, and making sure patrons enjoy their experience at our Venue.

What you'll be doing

Overseeing nightly operations across bar and some floor

Leading and supporting bar & floor staff during service

Ensuring compliance with RSA, liquor licensing, and OH&S requirements

Handling cash, reconciliations, and end-of-night reporting

Maintaining venue presentation, cleanliness, and stock levels

What we're looking for

Previous experience in a supervisory role within hospitality pub or late-night venues

Current RSA certification (Victorian)

Strong leadership and people-management skills

Calm under pressure and quick to solve problems

Solid understanding of liquor licensing and venue compliance

Availability — Days, nights, weekends, and public holidays