Bar Manager

Oetker Hotel Management Company GmbH; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Employer paid health benefits package

401(k) plan matching program

Comprehensive overall compensation (PТ

Excellent Training and Development

Complimentary Hotelier Meals

Complimentary Dry Cleaning

Job summary

The Vineta Hotel in Palm Beach invites you to join its team as Bar Manager, overseeing The Bar, Coco's Bar and Pool House.

You will lead front-of-house and back-of-house staff, manage inventory, budgeting and safety, and collaborate with the General Manager of Restaurants and Bars to ensure a premium guest experience.

This leadership role requires luxury service standards, flexibility, and a passion for food and beverage in a renowned property within the Oetker Hotels portfolio.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years work experience in luxury hotel service.
• College degree in Hospitality Management preferred or equivalent experience.
• Fluent in English; other languages considered an asset.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.
• Passionate for food and beverage, understands international fine dining, wine, beverage and service standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee bar operations, staff leadership, safety, inventory, and cost control.
• Coordinate with the General Manager of Restaurants and Bars to ensure a seamless guest experience.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and develop team members with coaching and feedback.
• Maintain bar equipment and facilities, coordinate repairs and upgrades.
• Plan, organize and oversee events to drive guest engagement and bar experience.
• Collaborate with Housekeeping, Maintenance, Food & Beverage, and Leadership for seamless operations.

Skills

English fluency

Leadership

Flexibility

F&B passion

Education

College degree in Hospitality Management

Job description

The Vineta Hotel - situated in the heart of Palm Beach, in homage to an illustrious history dating back 100 years, The Vineta Hotel has been restored to its former splendor and reopens shortly in a familiar location. Two blocks away from Worth Avenue in the heart of Palm Beach, The Vineta embodies the elegant, artistic life of a destination famed for its restaurant scene, designer boutiques and noteworthy galleries. The hotel is the first in the US to join the Oetker Hotels portfolio.

Originally called The Vineta Hotel, this landmark dates back to 1926 and is a fine example of Mediterranean Revival architecture seen throughout the destination.

A top-to-bottom renovation marks an opportune moment to bring back the original name of this establishment, The Vineta, to clearly mark a bold new chapter in its history. Combining stylish décor with contemporary comfort and the city’s most coveted social setting, complemented by world-class cuisine and unrivalled service, the property will quickly be established as the pinnacle of hospitality in Palm Beach

The Vineta Hotel invites you to join its teams and offers you the best opportunities for career and development within the amazing Oetker Hotels.

Missions

As the Bar Manager, you will have full responsibility for the overall operation, performance, and guest experience of The Bar, Coco’s bar and Pool House bar. This role oversees all aspects of bar management including staff leadership, operational excellence, safety compliance, inventory and cost control, and scheduling. Working closely with the General Manager of Restaurants and Bars to ensure a seamless guest experience for all while maintaining a premium level of service and attention to detail.

Profile

• Assist in overseeing the daily operations of the restaurants, lobby bar and the Pool House, ensuring a smooth and efficient flow of service.
• Oversee and manage all daily bar operations, including opening and closing procedures, service standards, and facility readiness.
• Lead, supervise, and motivate front-of-house and back-of-house staff, ensuring consistent adherence to company policies, service standards, and safety protocols.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and develop team members, providing ongoing coaching and performance feedback to maximize productivity and engagement.
• Manage inventory, purchasing, and vendor relationships while controlling costs and minimizing waste to support profitability goals.
• Ensure all health, safety, and alcohol service regulations are met, maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for both guests and staff.
• Handle guest inquiries, feedback, and complaints professionally, taking ownership of issue resolution to ensure an exceptional guest experience.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve operational policies and procedures related to service, safety, and quality standards.
• Plan, organize, and oversee recreational programs, special events, and activities to drive guest engagement and enhance the overall bar experience.
• Analyze operational performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement action plans to achieve service and financial objectives.
• Collaborate closely with other departments (Housekeeping, Maintenance, Food & Beverage, and Leadership) to ensure seamless operations and a cohesive guest experience.
• Maintain bar equipment and facilities, coordinating repairs, maintenance, and upgrades as needed.

What you bring

• Minimum 2 years work experience in a similar capacity with an understanding of luxury hotel standards of service.
• College degree in Hospitality Management preferred or equivalent experience.
• Fluent in English; other languages considered an asset.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including days, evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays.
• Passionate for food and beverage, strives to exceed expectations for service excellence with demonstrated understanding of international fine dining, wine, beverage and service standards commensurate of the leading hotels in the world.
• Demonstrated knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, productivity analysis and labor costing, inventory management/controls techniques.
• Leadership qualities to manage and train junior hoteliers.
• Must be able to reach, bend, balance and transport various objects weighing up to 50 lbs. repeatedly during a shift.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Employer paid health benefits package
• 401(k) plan matching program
• Comprehensive overall compensation package (PTO, holidays)
• Excellent Training and Development opportunities with Oetker Hotels
• Complimentary Hotelier Meals
• Complimentary Dry Cleaning

The Vineta Hotel is an Equal Opportunity, Aff Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website -https://eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf