Bar Manager

Chelsea-Piers-New-Yor; New York (NY); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Chelsea Piers is seeking a Bar Manager for the Water Hazard Bar + Lounge at The Golf Club in New York, NY. You will oversee inventory, budgeting, and the beverage program while collaborating with the Water Hazard Events Team to deliver an exceptional guest experience.

You will recruit, onboard, and train FOH/BOH staff, schedule 8–9 team members, and enforce policies. Strong leadership and superb service are essential for success in this fast-paced venue.

Qualifications

• 5 years of managerial experience in restaurant/bar operations.

Responsabilités

• Maintain inventory and ordering for F&B; meet budget targets (Payroll, COGS, revenues).
• Oversee a creative bar program aligned with The Golf Club Water Hazard Bar + Lounge.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, and staff scheduling for FOH/BOH (8–9 staff).
• Negotiate with distributors for best value and supervise maintenance of equipment.
• Conduct trainings, tastings, and beverage knowledge updates for staff; ensure compliance with policies.

Connaissances

Leadership

Staff Management

Customer Service

Communication

Problem Solving

Description du poste

About Chelsea Piers:At Chelsea Piers you will find colleagues who are passionate about what we do. Careers at Chelsea Piers offer unmatched facilities and proven career growth opportunities for people who are passionate about transforming the lives of our community through sports, fitness, and event experiences. We also offer excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) matching; paid time off; transportation benefits; tuition assistance; a complimentary membership to Chelsea Piers Fitness; and other exciting venue benefits at Chelsea Piers.About the Opportunity:Chelsea Piers is seeking a Bar Manager to lead the Water Hazard Bar + Lounge at the Golf Club at Chelsea Piers. Reporting to the Golf Club's General Manager and working closely with the Water Hazard Events Team, you'll shape a distinctive bar program and deliver an outstanding experience for members and guests.As the Bar Manager at the Water Hazard, you will be expected to:Maintain and oversee consistent and accurate Food & Beverage inventory and ordering.Meet budget targets (Payroll, COGS and revenues) based on figures approved by GM and Chelsea Piers Principals.Oversee and execute a creative and enticing food & beverage program suited to the style/culture/cuisine of The Golf Club Water Hazard Bar + Lounge.Form and maintain relationships with distributors and representatives; negotiate for the lowest price and highest value of products.Engage in management meetings: delivering cost and pricing, inventory, beverage specs, staff information, comprehensive reports of our bar program and any additional information as requested.Actively assist in all employee recruitment, interviews and onboarding.Schedule, supervise and support FOH and BOH (approx. 8 to 9 staff members)Adjust and enforce training documents, SOPs, side-work and bar cleaning schedules.Fill in for bartenders, runners as needed.Enforce zero tolerance policy regarding alcohol consumption on premises, documenting and reporting any policy violation to General Manager.Hold FOH and BOH staff accountable for standards, policies and non-negotiables; applying documented disciplinary action and a timeline for improvement or termination when necessary.Familiarize and adopt training protocols and all beverage descriptions for FOH staff and kitchen/food description to BOH staff.Order needed administrative and Kitchen/barware suppliesEnsure all equipment is well maintained, service and troubleshoot as needed (dishwasher, Microwaves, freezers, Cold Rooms etc)Engage in pre-service meetings: conduct informed tastings, communicate any beverage and menu changes, special situations; quiz and enforce a high standard of knowledge among all team members.Schedule informative tastings and classes with beverage experts and producers.*This is not comprehensive list of responsibilities and can change at any time at the discretion of your supervisor.About You:You have a positive attitude, strong leadership skills, and a solid work ethic. You are adaptable and enjoy working in a fast-paced team environment.You will have:5 years of managerial experience running a restaurant/bar operationAbility to maintain a professional and courteous manner at all timesExcellent customer service and communication skillsDemonstrated ability to problem solve, excel with minimal supervision, and motivate team membersA flexible schedule and ability to work nights, weekends and as neededAbility to be on your feet for multiple hours at a timeAbility to lift up to 60 lbsThis position is based at Chelsea Piers in New York, New YorkChelsea Piers is an Equal Opportunity Employer