Bar Manager: Lead Cocktails, Team & Guest Experience

Barsjef; Sandvika; On-site; NOK 600,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct Hire from Day 1

Performance-based bonuses

Job summary

Barsjef in Sandvika seeks a Bar Manager to lead our beverage program and front-of-house team. This direct-hire, permanent role demands a high-energy, guest-first leader who can start ASAP and work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

You will be the heartbeat of the venue behind the wood, shaping the drink program and guest experience. You will oversee daily operations, curate a seasonal cocktail program, manage inventory and pour costs, ensure health and liquor compliance, and mentor staff to

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 2–3 years in a bar leadership or supervisory role.
• Availability: Start ASAP; must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of spirits, classic cocktails, and cellar management; proficiency in POS systems and Excel.
• Vibe: Proactive problem-solver who stays calm under pressure and leads by example.

Responsibilities

• Lead bar staff and maintain high service standards.
• Oversee daily operations and beverage program development.
• Design seasonal cocktail menus and curate wine/beer selections.
• Ensure health, safety, and liquor license compliance.

Skills

Bar leadership

Spirits & cocktails

Team leadership

Excel

Tools

POS systems

Inventory management

Job description

Barsjef in Sandvika seeks a Bar Manager to lead our beverage program and front-of-house team. This direct-hire, permanent role demands a high-energy, guest-first leader who can start ASAP and work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

You will be the heartbeat of the venue behind the wood, shaping the drink program and guest experience. You will oversee daily operations, curate a seasonal cocktail program, manage inventory and pour costs, ensure health and liquor compliance, and mentor staff to