Bars Manager – Revenue & Guest Experience Lead

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

EVT Connect Hospitality is seeking a Bars Manager to lead the bartending and floor service teams, driving exceptional guest experiences and revenue growth. You will manage labour, beverage margins, inventory and stock loss while ensuring compliance with RSA, WHS, and licensing requirements.

This is a hands-on leadership role reporting to the Venues Manager and ultimately the Director of Restaurants & Bars. The role emphasizes building a high-performance team culture, overseeing peak periods, and

Qualifications

• Diploma in Hospitality / Hotel Management or equivalent experience preferred.
• Current RSA certification is required.
• Proven experience as a Bar Manager or similar hospitality leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop the bartending and floor service teams.
• Manage revenue, labour costs, beverage margins and inventory.
• Ensure compliance with RSA, WHS and company policies.
• Oversee guest experience and staff performance during service, events and peak periods.
• Maintain stock levels, ordering and vendor relationships.
• Collaborate with Venues Manager on promotions, pricing and revenue strategies.

Skills

Leadership & team development

Communication

Revenue focus

Problem solving

Crowd management

Guest engagement

Education

Diploma in Hospitality / Hotel Management

RSA certification

Tools

Hospitality systems

Inventory & stock controls

Job description

EVT Connect Hospitality is seeking a Bars Manager to lead the bartending and floor service teams, driving exceptional guest experiences and revenue growth. You will manage labour, beverage margins, inventory and stock loss while ensuring compliance with RSA, WHS, and licensing requirements.

This is a hands-on leadership role reporting to the Venues Manager and ultimately the Director of Restaurants & Bars. The role emphasizes building a high-performance team culture, overseeing peak periods, and