Bar Manager

Saratoga Casino; City of Saratoga Springs (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & Sick Time

401(k) with 4% Match

Free Meals in Team Dining Facility

Life Insurance

YMCA Membership $20

Job summary

Saratoga Casino Hotel in Saratoga Springs, NY seeks a Bar Manager to oversee all beverage operations with a focus on service excellence and cost control. You will lead beverage staff, coordinate outlets, develop drink menus, and ensure compliance with health and alcohol laws.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in F&B, beverage supervision experience, and strong leadership. Weekend/holiday work required with a collaborative, guest-centric approach.

Qualifications

• College Degree in Hospitality Management or equivalent preferred.
• TIPS/Serve Safe Manager Certification preferred.
• Five years of experience in the food and beverage industry; two years in beverage supervision.
• Multi-outlet experience is a plus.
• Strong beverage knowledge and alcohol product knowledge required.
• POS system knowledge is an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
• Must be computer literate; knowledge of POS system is an asset.
• Participative management style with strong leadership skills.
• Willing to work flexible schedule, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Promote outstanding relations with guests and Team Members, delivering friendly, swift and responsible service.
• Lead beverage outlets and supervise all beverage staff across operations.
• Oversee scheduling, inventories, and ordering to control costs and stock.
• Develop alcohol-based drink and wine menus; recommend products for outlets.
• Coordinate with suppliers and ensure timely product delivery and compliance with laws.
• Assist in hiring, training, coaching, and evaluating beverage staff.
• Ensure guests are treated courteously and resolve conflicts.

Skills

F&B experience

Beverage supervision

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

POS system knowledge

Education

College Degree in Hospitality Management

Tools

POS system

Job description

Bar Manager

Active - Non Union Salary full-time Saratoga Springs, NY, US

9 days ago Requisition ID: 3080

Salary Range: $63,000.00 To $67,000.00 Annually

Do you thrive in a fast-paced & exciting environment? Do you have a passion for bringing joy to others? Do you want to be part of a company that not only cares for and uplifts their team members but also the community around them? Then Saratoga Casino Hotel may be the place for you! We offer highly competitive benefits and wages, opportunities for career growth, all in a fun & unique working environment.

About Us:

As the premier entertainment destination for the Capital Region, Saratoga Casino Hotel consistently strives to fulfil one promise to all of our guests, “To create special experiences one guest at a time.” If you would like to be part of the amazing team of people it takes to fulfil this special promise.

Your Role:

Our successful Beverage Manager promotes outstanding relations with all guests and fellow Team Members by providing service in a friendly, swift, and responsible manner. They thrive in a team base environment where everyone consistently uplifts and supports each other through detail oriented work and regularly doing what it takes to ensure all necessary work completed.

Keys to Success in this Role:

• College Degree in Hospitality Management or equivalent preferred.
• TIPS Certification preferred/Serve Safe Managers Certification preferred
• Five (5) years experience in the food and beverage industry;
• minimum two (2) years in beverage supervision; multi-outlet experience a plus.
• Strong beverage experience and alcoholic beverage product knowledge is required.
• POS system experience is an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills are essential.
• Must have computer literacy; knowledge of POS system is an asset.
• Must have participative management style and strong leadership skills.
• Able to work flexible schedule on the needs of the business. Able to work weekends and holidays as required.
• Support the daily operations of all beverage outlets.
• Assists in hiring, training, coaching, motivation, evaluation and discipline of all beverage staff.
• Ensure that all guests are treated in a courteous and professional manner and handle any guest conflicts.
• Assists the Assistant Director Food and Beverage in achieving or exceeding bar revenue and cost objectives.
• Leads the Food and Beverage Supervisors in managing each beverage outlet on the property.
• Conducts daily pre-shift meeting with Supervisors.
• Oversees the scheduling of all beverage staff.
• Oversees and assists beverage inventories and ensures proper stock at all beverage outlets and reconcile the inventory with purchases to insure all is accounted for.
• Recommend product for each alcoholic beverage service area, develop new alcohol-based drink and wine menus for outlets.
• Acts as liaison with suppliers, ensuring deadlines are met and product delivered in accordance with expectations.
• Responsible for the knowledge of Federal, State and local alcohol ordinances and the implementation of these ordinances and public health standards.
• Ensures that all beverage staff is TIPS trained and certified.
• Complete special projects as assigned by the Assistant Food and Beverage Director.
• Able to lift and carry 30 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to stand and walk for 6-8 hours.

Why Saratoga Casino Hotel?

• Vacation & Sick Time That Promote Work/Life Balance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Robust Employee Recognition Program
• $20.00 YMCA Memberships.
• Local and National Discount Programs Through EAP & Tickets@Work
• STASH Hotel Partner Program Offering $69 per Night Hotel Across North and South America.
• Unlimited growth potential
• Delicious FREE Meals in Our Team Dining Facility