Bar Manager

El Fuerte Marbella 5*; Marbella; Presencial; EUR 42.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Kena by Akiro on the rooftop of El Fuerte Marbella 5* is seeking a Bar Manager to lead our luxury rooftop bar in Marbella. You will direct bar team workflows, curate beverage selection with the F&B Manager, and drive beverage revenue while upholding elite service standards.

Bring 2+ years of Bar Manager experience, a Vocational Degree in Restaurant Management, and strong cost-control skills. English B2 and fluent Spanish are required; additional languages are valued.

Formación

• Minimum 2 years as Bar Manager in high-end dining or Michelin-distinguished establishments.
• Vocational degree in restaurant management; additional oenology/mixology training valued.
• Fluent in Spanish with English at least B2 level; additional languages a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Lead daily bar operations and briefings; supervise shifts.
• Manage beverage menu in collaboration with F&B Manager; oversee purchasing and supplier relations.
• Conduct weekly inventory audits, control stock and shrinkage; monthly audits.
• Ensure mise en place and adherence to opening/closing checklists; train staff in advanced mixology.

Conocimientos

Bar Management Experience

English B2

Spanish Fluent

Leadership

Cost Control

Educación

Vocational Degree in Restaurant Management

Oenology & Mixology Training

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

At Kena by Akiro, located on the Rooftop of El Fuerte Marbella 5*, Japanese precision meets vibrant Peruvian flavors. Conceived as a premier sunset destination, Kena merges Nikkei gastronomy, signature mixology, and a lively social atmosphere. Therefore, we are seeking a result-oriented Bar Manager (Jefe/a de Barra) in Marbella, Spain.

In this leadership role, you will act as the ultimate owner of our rooftop bar. Specifically, you will direct bar team workflows and curate the beverage selection alongside the F&B Manager. You will also manage stock costs and drive beverage revenue across every shift. By doing so, you will combine your mixology expertise with strict service standards.

Job Description: Bar Manager (Kena by Akiro)

Your Mission: Mixology Excellence & Bar Leadership

Your primary goal involves driving beverage success across our rooftop Nikkei dining space. To achieve this, you will deliver exceptional mixology leadership and team supervision. At the same time, you will keep the bar station organized. You will also align your area with strict resort standards. Therefore, you will manage daily bar mise en place and conduct weekly inventory audits. Additionally, you will control shrinkage and mentor your team on upselling. As a result, you will eliminate service bottlenecks and protect our reputation for luxury excellence.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & Briefings: Conduct daily mini-briefings to communicate goals. Furthermore, review critical service procedures and lead the bar team across all shifts.
• Beverage Menu Management: Manage signature cocktails, sakes, wines, and spirits in close coordination with the F&B Manager.
• Purchasing & Supplier Negotiation: Oversee bar purchasing and negotiate with suppliers. Consequently, you will ensure optimal stock availability at all times.
• Inventory & Cost Control: Perform weekly bar inventory audits with high accuracy. Thus, you will record actual stock levels, manage shrinkage, and participate in monthly audits.
• Mise en Place & Operations: Supervise daily bar setups before opening hours. In addition, guarantee full adherence to opening, closing, and maintenance checklists.
• Staff Training: Train bar personnel in advanced mixology techniques and deep product knowledge. As a result, you will boost average check values through upselling.
• Service Coordination: Collaborate closely with the Restaurant Manager (Jefe de Sala). By doing so, you will maintain smooth beverage delivery flows during busy hours.

Who You Are: The Leader & Mixology Specialist

• Proven Foundations: You bring at least 2 years of experience as a Bar Manager. Ideally, you gained this background in high-end dining or Michelin-distinguished establishments.
• Educational Background: You possess a Vocational Degree in Restaurant Management. Supplemental training in Oenology and Mixology is highly valued.
• The Linguist: You display B2-level proficiency in English alongside fluent Spanish. Knowledge of additional international languages is considered a valuable asset.
• Technical Skills: You feel comfortable working with Microsoft Office Suite for inventory logging. Moreover, you display strong proficiency in cost control and supplier relations.
• Key Competencies: You demonstrate excellent leadership and detail orientation. Furthermore, you show a strong passion for high-end hospitality and Nikkei gastronomy.

What Fuerte Group Hotels & Kena Offer You

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary package inside a benchmark luxury Nikkei dining project in Marbella.
• Seven Decades of Heritage: Form part of Fuerte Group Hotels. Indeed, you will join a respected group with nearly 70 years of industry leadership.
• Professional Skill Value: Refine your managerial capabilities in luxury bar operations. Consequently, you will master cocktail creation, cost control, and team mentorship.
• Development & Perks: Access continuous training programs and language learning support. Therefore, you will unlock structured internal career path opportunities.

CHALLENGE ACCEPTED?

If you have the operational grit to lead a high-volume luxury bar, we want to hear from you. Moreover, if you have the mixology spark to craft extraordinary guest experiences, you are a perfect fit. Therefore, if you are ready to bring Kena by Akiro to life in Marbella, we invite you to step forward.