Harborside Bar Manager — Lead Service & Private Events

Talent Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sydney Seaplanes in Rose Bay, NSW, seeks a Bar Manager for a permanent, full-time role with a salary of AUD 80,000–85,000 per year. The position oversees daily bar operations, staff performance, and beverage programs to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities include stock control, supplier relations, staff rosters, and ensuring compliance with licensing, safety, and service standards while collaborating with restaurant and events teams for private functions.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience in a similar bar/food-and-beverage role.
• Sound knowledge of NSW liquor licensing laws and RSA requirements.
• Excellent customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing daily bar operations and overall management.
• Leading, supervising, training and motivating bar staff.
• Ensuring quality and consistency of beverages, cocktails, wines and beers.
• Managing beverage stock, purchasing, supplier relationships, inventory, and cost control.
• Preparing staff rosters and ensuring appropriate staffing levels.
• Ensuring bar cleanliness and compliance with RSA, licensing, WHS and food safety.
• Coordinating bar operations for private functions and events.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Training

Beverage Service

Cocktails & Beverages

Communication

Staff Scheduling

Education

Hospitality qualification

Job description

Sydney Seaplanes in Rose Bay, NSW, seeks a Bar Manager for a permanent, full-time role with a salary of AUD 80,000–85,000 per year. The position oversees daily bar operations, staff performance, and beverage programs to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities include stock control, supplier relations, staff rosters, and ensuring compliance with licensing, safety, and service standards while collaborating with restaurant and events teams for private functions.