Bar Manager $65,000 + Bonus and Benefits

Gecko Hospitality; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

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Job summary

Gecko Hospitality in Snohomish, WA is seeking a Bar Manager to lead a high-volume team in delivering exceptional beverages and guest experiences. You will shape the guest journey through quality, flavor, and hospitality, while maintaining standards in service, cleanliness, and safety.

The role rewards strong leadership, inventory discipline, and a passion for craft cocktails, beers, and wines. You will partner with kitchen staff on pairings and promotions, driving guest satisfaction and revenue

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory experience in high-volume bar operations.
• Strong inventory control skills with cost management.
• Excellent leadership and team motivation abilities.
• Thorough knowledge of craft cocktails, beers, and wines.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to thrive in fast-paced settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor bar staff to deliver outstanding beverage service.
• Manage bar inventory and ordering to minimize waste.
• Develop seasonal cocktail menus and promote beverage programs.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and alcohol service regulations.
• Drive bar revenue growth through promotions and events.
• Collaborate with kitchen team on food-and-drink pairings.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Inventory management

Leadership abilities

Craft cocktails knowledge

Organizational skills

Job description

Bar ManagerSnohomish, Washington$65,000 + Bonus and Benefits

We combine exceptional hospitality with a distinctive atmosphere, ensuring every guest leaves with a smile. As Bar Manager, you will lead a dynamic team in delivering outstanding service and consistently excellent beverages. Your leadership will directly shape the guest experience, making each visit memorable through quality, flavor, and genuine hospitality.

Performance Objectives

• Lead and mentor bar staff to achieve a 90% guest satisfaction rating from feedback surveys within the first six months.
• Manage bar inventory and ordering to reduce waste by 15% over one year while maintaining consistent availability of key items.
• Implement and oversee a staff training program that increases cocktail sales by 20% within three months.
• Develop and promote three seasonal drink menus that earn positive feedback from at least 80% of surveyed guests.
• Ensure full compliance with all safety, health, and alcohol service regulations, maintaining a record of zero inspection violations.
• Drive bar revenue growth of 10% in the first six months through enhanced drink offerings and promotional events.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to create innovative food-and-drink pairings that elevate the overall dining experience.

Environment & Resources

You will report to senior management and work closely with a supportive, hospitality-focused team. You will have access to a modern point-of-sale system, inventory management tools, and a budget dedicated to elevating the guest experience in a well-equipped bar environment.

Essential Qualifications

• Proven supervisory experience in high-volume bar operations within the hospitality industry.
• Demonstrated success managing inventory and controlling costs without sacrificing quality.
• Strong leadership abilities with a track record of motivating teams to meet performance goals.
• Thorough knowledge of craft cocktails, beers, and wines.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting.

Role Highlights

Join a growing brand that balances local character with high service standards, where guests are treated like valued regulars. Clear opportunities for career advancement in an organization that invests in talent development. Work alongside a passionate team focused on refining bar service by combining classic favorites with current trends.