Assistant Manager - LGBT Bar & Lounge

Pride Entertainment Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation (hourly or_s>

Performance-based bonuses

Growth and advancement opportunities

Dynamic, fast-paced work environment

Job summary

Pride Entertainment Group in New York, NY is seeking an Assistant Manager for our LGBT bar lounge in Hell's Kitchen. This full-time role supports setup, pre-opening activities, and nightly operations to deliver outstanding guest experiences.

You will work with the General Manager to lead a high-energy team, ensure compliance with liquor laws, manage staff, and coordinate events in a fast-paced environment, with evenings and weekends required.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years in supervisory/assistant management in bar/nightclub.
• Strong knowledge of bar operations and alcohol service.
• Experience leading teams in high-volume settings.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organization.
• Flexible schedule for late nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Food Protection Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Support opening and closing procedures and service flow.
• Oversee bartenders, servers, security, and support staff.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance.
• Ensure compliance with liquor laws, safety, and presentation standards.
• Coordinate events, guest lists, reservations, and VIPs.

Skills

Staff supervision

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Flexible schedule

Education

Food Protection Certificate

Tools

Toast POS

Job description

Assistant Manager – LGBT Bar & Lounge

Hell's Kitchen, NYC

Full‑time | Evenings, Late Nights, Weekends & Holidays

$57,000 - $69,000 Full Time

Position Summary

We are opening an exciting new LGBT bar lounge in the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood. We are seeking a motivated and hands‑on Assistant Manager to support the set‑up and pre‑opening activities, planning and launch. The Assistant Manager will transition into the role of supporting daily operations of our high‑energy multi level bar and lounge. The successful candidate will work closely with the General Manager to ensure excellent guest experience, efficient staff management, compliance with liquor laws, and smooth nightly operations in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Guest Experience

• Support day‑to‑night operations, including opening and closing procedures
• Maintain a visible presence on the floor during service to ensure guest satisfaction
• Handle guest concerns and resolve issues quickly and professionally
• Ensure venue cleanliness, safety, and presentation standards are consistently met

Staff Leadership

• Supervise, motivate, and support bartenders, servers, security, and support staff
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance management
• Ensure staff adherence to service standards, house policies, and responsible alcohol service

Financial & Inventory Control

• Assist with cash handling, end‑of‑night reconciliations, and loss prevention
• Monitor liquor and supply inventory; assist with ordering and stock controls
• Support labour cost management through efficient scheduling

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all applicable liquor laws, health and safety regulations
• Enforce responsible alcohol service and crowd management policies
• Assist with incident reporting and coordination with security as required

Events & Promotions

• Support themed nights, private events, DJs/entertainment logistics, and promotions
• Assist with guest list management, reservations, and VIP coordination

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a supervisory or assistant management role in a bar or nightclub environment
• Strong knowledge of bar operations, alcohol service, and nightlife service standards
• Proven ability to lead teams in a high‑pressure, high‑volume setting
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
• Flexible schedule with the ability to work late nights, weekends, and holidays
• Food Protection Certificate required

Preferred Assets

• Experience in nightclubs, lounges, or late‑night venues
• Familiarity with Toast POS systems and cash controls
• Crowd management or security coordination experience

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation (hourly or salaried, based on experience)
• Performance‑based bonuses
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Dynamic, fast‑paced work environment