Bar Manager

The Yard Patio Beer Garden; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

The Yard Patio Beer Garden in El Paso, TX seeks a Bar Manager to lead and grow our beer program with hands-on leadership and guest-focused hospitality. You will oversee beer service, inventory, team performance, and day-to-day bar operations while maintaining high standards of quality, consistency, and hospitality.

This full-time role requires nights and weekends, strong beer knowledge, and clear communication with kitchen and FOH teams.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of beer styles, draft systems, and product handling.
• Previous bar management or leadership experience preferred.
• Full-time availability.
• Must be available to work nights and weekends.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stay organized under pressure.
• Reliable, proactive, and team-oriented.
• Experience with inventory and ordering is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily bar operations with a strong focus on beer service and beer program quality.
• Maintain deep knowledge of beer styles, brands, draft systems, pairings, and seasonal offerings.
• Train and support bartenders and bar staff on beer knowledge, service standards, and upselling.
• Monitor inventory, ordering, keg rotation, and product freshness.
• Help develop beer menus, specials, and promotions to drive sales.
• Ensure cleanliness, organization, and compliance behind the bar.
• Support hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance management for bar staff.
• Communicate clearly with ownership, kitchen, and front-of-house team members.
• Help manage labor, bar costs, and waste control.
• Deliver excellent customer service and resolve guest concerns professionally.

Skills

Beer knowledge

Draft systems

Leadership

Bar operations

Inventory management

Customer service

Upselling

Job description

Bar Manager - Beer Program Focus

Position Summary

We are looking for a full-time Bar Manager to lead and grow the beer side of our bar operations. This role is ideal for someone with strong beer knowledge, hands-on leadership skills, and a passion for creating a great guest experience. The Bar Manager will oversee beer service, inventory, team performance, and day-to-day bar operations while helping maintain high standards in quality, consistency, and hospitality.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily bar operations with a strong focus on beer service and beer program quality

• Maintain deep knowledge of beer styles, brands, draft systems, pairings, and seasonal offerings

• Train and support bartenders and bar staff on beer knowledge, service standards, and upselling

• Monitor inventory, ordering, keg rotation, and product freshness

• Help develop beer menus, specials, and promotions to drive sales

• Ensure cleanliness, organization, and compliance behind the bar

• Support hiring, onboarding, coaching, and performance management for bar staff

• Communicate clearly with ownership, kitchen, and front-of-house team members

• Help manage labor, bar costs, and waste control

• Deliver excellent customer service and resolve guest concerns professionally

Requirements

• Strong knowledge of beer, including styles, draft beer systems, and product handling

• Previous bar management or leadership experience preferred

• Full-time availability

• Must be available to work nights and weekends

• Strong communication and leadership skills

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stay organized under pressure

• Reliable, proactive, and team-oriented

• Experience with inventory and ordering is preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Full-time position

• Bonus opportunities based on performance

• Competitive pay based on experience

Ideal Candidate

The right person is a confident leader who knows beer, communicates well, supports their team, and takes pride in running an efficient, guest-focused bar operation.

The Yard Patio Beer Garden is a popular, family-friendly, and dog-friendly venue featuring a massive, rustic-modern outdoor space, a hidden speakeasy, and live music. It offers an extensive selection of local brews, cocktails, and food, including tacos and burgers.