Bar Supervisor / Leader

Comuna Cantina; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development

Staff discounts on food and drinks

Job summary

Comuna Cantina in Brisbane’s CBD is seeking an experienced Bar Supervisor to lead the bar team and ensure top-quality service across cocktails, spirits, wine and drinks.

You will run pre-shift briefings, monitor drink ticket times, coach staff, maintain standards and coordinate with the floor, kitchen and Manager to deliver a seamless guest experience. RSA is required; evenings, weekends and public holidays are involved.

Qualifications

• Experience as Bar Supervisor/Bar Manager or Assistant Manager in a cocktail bar.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine and beverage service.
• Experience leading a team through high-volume service.
• RSA qualification and availability evenings/weekends/public holidays.

Responsibilities

• Run pre-shift briefings; assign stations and adjust team coverage as service picks up.
• Monitor drink ticket times and coordinate with the floor and kitchen to keep service flowing.
• Maintain a strong working knowledge of our cocktail, spirits, wine and wider drinks menu, and uphold preparation and presentation standards.
• Engage with guests and resolve concerns during service.
• Coach and develop bar team members; work with the Bar & Restaurant Manager to improve training, systems and procedures.
• Monitor stock and wastage; oversee opening and closing procedures; uphold responsible service and workplace health and safety standards.

Skills

Team Leadership

Bar supervision

Cocktails & Beverages

Guest Service

Job description

Comuna Cantina is looking for an experienced Bar Supervisor to lead bar service at our Latin-inspired restaurant and cocktail bar in Brisbane’s CBD.

The role

Working closely with the Bar & Restaurant Manager, you’ll lead the bar team on shift, coordinate the team with other areas of the restaurant, and be present at the bar when service gets busy. You’ll keep drinks moving, coach bartenders and make sure every cocktail is served to standard.

What you’ll do

Run pre-shift briefings, assign stations and adjust team coverage as service picks up.

Monitor drink ticket times and coordinate with the floor and kitchen to keep service flowing.

Maintain a strong working knowledge of our cocktail, spirits, wine and wider drinks menu, and uphold preparation and presentation standards.

Engage with guests and resolve concerns during service.

Coach and develop bar team members, and work with the Bar & Restaurant Manager to improve training, systems and procedures.

Monitor stock and wastage, oversee opening and closing procedures, and uphold responsible service and workplace health and safety standards.

What you’ll bring

Previous experience as a Bar Supervisor, Bar Manager or Assistant Manager in a cocktail bar or similar beverage-led venue.

Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine and beverage service.

Experience leading a team through high-volume bar and function service.

Clear communication, a hands‑on leadership style and confidence handling guest concerns.

High standards of personal presentation.

A current Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) qualification.

Availability to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.

What we offer

Competitive pay.

Opportunities for career development.

Staff discounts on food and drinks across the group.

To be part of a close-knit team that is passionate about delivering an exceptional experience to our guests.

Supportive team.