Senior Bar Operations Leader — Events, Revenue & Team

Everi Pty; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Everi Pty in Melbourne is seeking a senior Bar Manager to lead a dynamic, high-volume beverage operation. This hands-on role partners with the Beverage Manager to drive exceptional guest experiences, revenue growth and strong financial performance.

You will coach the Bar management team, plan rosters, manage budgets and KPIs, oversee recruitment and training, and ensure compliance with liquor laws, RSA and safety standards. Availability for evenings, weekends and major events is essential.

Qualifications

• Senior management experience within a high-volume multi-outlet bars, hotel or hospitality operation.
• Experience leading managers and large teams.
• Strong workforce planning and labour management skills.
• Commercial understanding and experience managing budgets and KPIs.
• The ability to stay calm and make good decisions under pressure.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.
• A leadership style that is visible, accountable and focused on developing others.
• Current Victorian RSA
• Valid forklift licence
• Current TAB Venue Manager accreditation
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays.
• Availability aligned to summer and major trading periods.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire and develop the Bar management team.
• Take ownership of departmental performance, budgets and KPIs.
• Plan staffing, rosters and management coverage around trade and business needs.
• Drive revenue, productivity and profitability across all venues.
• Oversee recruitment, training, performance and team development.
• Maintain exceptional service, presentation and guest experience standards.
• Lead operations during busy periods, events and complex trading environments.
• Work with security providers to manage venue capacity, entry, queues and patron behaviour.
• Ensure incidents are managed, documented and followed through appropriately.
• Maintain strong stock control, cellar standards and wastage management.
• Ensure all venues, equipment and storage areas are maintained to a high standard.
• Maintain compliance with Victorian liquor licensing, wagering, RSA, safety and hotel requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

KPIs

People management

Staff development

Guest experience

Commercial awareness

Decision making under pressure

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Stock control

Job description

Everi Pty in Melbourne is seeking a senior Bar Manager to lead a dynamic, high-volume beverage operation. This hands-on role partners with the Beverage Manager to drive exceptional guest experiences, revenue growth and strong financial performance.

You will coach the Bar management team, plan rosters, manage budgets and KPIs, oversee recruitment and training, and ensure compliance with liquor laws, RSA and safety standards. Availability for evenings, weekends and major events is essential.