Airport Bar Manager: Lead High-Volume Service & Growth

MERA Corporation; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Employee Discounts

Flexible Scheduling

Career Advancement

Professional Development and Training

Bonus Opportunities

Job summary

Conniption Cocktails & Cuisine at Raleigh-Durham International Airport is seeking an experienced Bar Manager to lead daily bar operations, ensure consistent drink quality, and manage a high-volume venue. You will own inventory control, staff training, and guest experience, working closely with restaurant leadership to optimize performance.

The ideal candidate has hands-on bartending experience, strong leadership, and a track record of cost control and profitability in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of bar management or supervisory experience.
• Strong bartending knowledge with spirits, beer and cocktails.
• Experience conducting liquor inventory and managing beverage costs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily bar operations, ensuring efficient service and quality drinks.
• Maintain a well-organized bar during high-volume periods.
• Train bartenders on recipes, measurements, and presentation.
• Coach and develop staff to improve speed, accuracy and service.
• Schedule staff and manage labor costs.
• Identify opportunities to increase beverage sales and profitability.

Skills

Bar management

Leadership

Staff training

Guest service

Tools

POS systems

Inventory software

Job description

Conniption Cocktails & Cuisine at Raleigh-Durham International Airport is seeking an experienced Bar Manager to lead daily bar operations, ensure consistent drink quality, and manage a high-volume venue. You will own inventory control, staff training, and guest experience, working closely with restaurant leadership to optimize performance.

The ideal candidate has hands-on bartending experience, strong leadership, and a track record of cost control and profitability in a fast-paced setting.