Bar Director - Signature Cocktails & Team Leadership

ASH People LLC; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off, sick time, personalDays

Food & beverage discounts

Hotel room discounts

Job summary

Shenandoah Mansions, a distinctive Richmond hotel, seeks a Bar Manager to lead daily bar operations and develop a high-performing team. You will partner with F&B leadership to craft a standout cocktail program and ensure exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires 3+ years in bar management, strong knowledge of spirits and trends, and expertise in costing, inventory, and labor management. Evening/weekend availability is expected.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of bar management or beverage leadership experience.
• Experience with beverage costing, inventory, labor management and budget accountability.
• Experience with POS and reservation systems (Toast/Resy/OpenTable).
• Exceptional communication, organization, and guest service skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day bar operations, including opening/closing, service readiness, scheduling, ordering, and inventory.
• Maintain beverage quality, cocktail presentation, service standards, and guest satisfaction.
• Develop seasonal cocktail/beverage offerings in partnership with culinary and F&B leadership.
• Manage beverage costs, labor, inventory, cash handling, purchasing, and financial performance vs. budget.
• Maintain relationships with beverage suppliers and ensure stock controls.
• Ensure compliance with health/safety/sanitation and responsible alcohol service requirements.
• Coordinate beverage service for private dining, banquets, and hotel programming.
• Review guest feedback and address service concerns promptly.
• Maintain bar equipment, cleanliness, and atmosphere.

Skills

Bar management

Leadership

Bev cost control

Inventory management

POS systems

Guest service

Communication

Team coaching

Education

Hospitality degree

Sommelier education

ServSafe certification

Tools

Toast

Resy

OpenTable

Job description

Shenandoah Mansions, a distinctive Richmond hotel, seeks a Bar Manager to lead daily bar operations and develop a high-performing team. You will partner with F&B leadership to craft a standout cocktail program and ensure exceptional guest experiences in a fast-paced setting.

The role requires 3+ years in bar management, strong knowledge of spirits and trends, and expertise in costing, inventory, and labor management. Evening/weekend availability is expected.