Bar Manager – Good Folk

Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts; Banff; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Folk, located in the Otter Hotel, is seeking an experienced Bar Manager to lead our beverage program and elevate guest experiences. You will guide a high-performing bar team, manage inventory and costs, and partner with the General Manager to uphold service excellence.

We value a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced setting, passionate about hospitality, and skilled in coaching and team development. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is required to meet guest expectations.

Qualifications

• Hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for hospitality, beverages, and guest service.
• Strong communication, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Creative mindset with an eye for trends and opportunities.
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing bar team.
• Create and evolve an innovative beverage program featuring cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic offerings.
• Oversee daily bar operations, including inventory, ordering, scheduling, and cost controls.
• Maintain exceptional service standards and guest experiences.
• Support recruitment, training, and performance development.
• Partner with the General Manager to drive operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with liquor, health, and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Beverage program

Customer service

Hospitality

Job description

Good Folk has quickly become known for its creative cocktails, exceptional hospitality, and welcoming upscale atmosphere. Located in the Otter Hotel, we’ve built a reputation for memorable dining experiences that keep both locals and visitors coming back.

We’re looking for an experienced Bar Manager to lead our beverage program, inspire our team, and continue raising the bar for service, creativity, and guest experience. This is an opportunity to join a restaurant with strong momentum and help shape its next chapter.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing bar team.
• Create and evolve an innovative beverage program featuring cocktails, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic offerings.
• Oversee daily bar operations, including inventory, ordering, scheduling, and cost controls.
• Maintain exceptional service standards and guest experiences.
• Support recruitment, training, and performance development.
• Partner with the General Manager to drive operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with liquor, health, and safety regulations.

What We’re Looking For

• A hands‑on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced environment.
• Passion for hospitality, beverages, and guest service.
• Strong communication, coaching, and team-building skills.
• Creative mindset with an eye for trends and opportunities.
• Available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.