Bar Manager

High Hampton; Cashiers (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

High Hampton in Cashiers, NC seeks a Bar Manager to oversee daily bar operations and ensure a premium guest experience across dining, bar, and satellite events.

You will lead the beverage program, curate seasonal cocktails, manage inventories, and train staff on wines, spirits, and service standards, ensuring consistent excellence under pressure.

Qualifications

• Leadership and supervision of bar staff and hourly employees.
• Experience managing beverage programs, inventories, and costs.
• Strong knowledge of wines, spirits, and cocktail trends.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily bar operations and guest experience across dining room, bar, and satellite events.
• Develop and update cocktail program to enhance revenue.
• Perform monthly bar inventories and ensure par levels.
• Restock and maintain bar storage areas; monitor service standards.
• Train staff on wine, spirits, cocktails, and service excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Bar operations

Wine knowledge

Spirits

Cocktails

Inventory management

Staff training

Communication

Math

Education

Bachelor’s/4-year degree preferred (culinary/hospitality)

Hospitality industry experience

Wine & Spirits training

Tools

OpenTable

Opera

Active Network(s)

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.1525 Hwy 107 South Cashiers, NC 28717The Bar Manager is responsible for managing all daily bar functions for the hotel company and ensuring a successful 5 star experience for guests both in the restaurants and at Satellite functions.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Position will include, but not limited to, in assisting leading the overall operation of the Beverage Program.Develop cocktail program to increase revenue and change seasonallyStrong knowledge of wine, spirits & cocktailsResponsible for monthly Inventories of Bars and bar storage areasRestock and maintenance of BarsMonitor bar service standards and adjust as neededMaintenance and upkeep of bars and beverage storage areasUnderstand and monitor bar service and operationsPerform manager duties in the absence of the Dining Room Manager or as neededStrong leadership skillsComplete the inventory count of bar supplies and maintain a par level of these itemsAssist in managing the ordering and receiving of bar suppliesManage and administer whiskey tastings dailyTrain staff on wines, spirits , cocktails and service StandardsMaintains cleanliness of all bar areasUnderstand and use OpenTable, Active Networks and Opera as neededCommunicate internal information to the teamDevelop bar supervisor teamAbility to keep calm under high pressure situationsMust comply with all company policies and procedures.To perform the essential functions of this position regular and consistent attendance in required.Must be able to work well with other Team Members, Managers and interact with our guests.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESSupervision over Bar Staff and all hourly DR employees as neededEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE4 year degree in culinary arts preferredExperience in the hospitality industry preferredTechnical school or on the job formal training of Wine and Spirits preferredLANGUAGE SKILLSMust have excellent verbal and written communication skillsMust be able to effectively communicate with guests, team members and managersMATHEMATICAL SKILLSBasic math skillsREASONING ABILITYMust be able to exercise judgment and make decisions based on job knowledge and awareness of company goalsPHYSICAL DEMANDSMust be able to work long hours and be on your feet for a long period of timeMust be able to lift up to 50 lbsMust be able to safely operate a company vehicle or golf cartWORK ENVIRONMENTDining Room, Bar and Kitchen areasMust be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions