Bar Manager - Newport, KY

Scandinavian Tobacco Group; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cigars International is seeking a dynamic Bar Manager to lead operations in Newport, KY. This role involves motivating staff, managing inventory, and ensuring exceptional customer service while driving business growth. Ideal candidates will have extensive hospitality experience and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, vision, and dental plans

Flexible Spending Account

401(k) with company match

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in bar management or hospitality.
• Strong decision-making, leadership, and communication skills.
• Availability during peak hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of bar operations, including maintaining liquor license.
• Recruit, train, and schedule staff to deliver outstanding service.
• Analyze data to develop strategic plans.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Summary

Cigars International is seeking a dynamic and driven Bar Manager with extensive experience in the hospitality industry. As the Bar Manager, you will be responsible for motivating and training employees, driving business growth, and ensuring exceptional customer service. Your duties will include managing inventory, coordinating promotional events, upholding quality and safety standards, maintaining licenses, budgeting, and strategizing to enhance profitability and customer satisfaction. To excel in this role, you must demonstrate strong leadership, creativity, diligence, organizational skills, and unwavering commitment to the industry.

What can you expect as a Bar Manager with Cigars International?

• Oversee all aspects of bar operations, including maintaining liquor license and certifications, negotiating supplier contracts, managing inventory, budgets, and bar margins.
• Recruit, train, and schedule staff to deliver outstanding service.
• Enforce quality and safety controls.
• Collaborate with the events team for promotional activities.
• Handle conflicts and ensure legal and safety compliance.
• Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Analyze data to develop strategic plans.
• Create innovative menu features and stay updated on industry trends.
• Lead and mentor the bar staff to deliver exceptional customer experiences.
• Assume additional responsibilities as needed.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• 5+ years of experience in bar management or hospitality.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Strong decision-making, leadership, and communication skills.
• Availability during peak hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move around the store.
• Understanding of business management and accounting principles.
• Ability to read reports and analyze data.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental plans.
• Flexible Spending Account, Disability Plans, Life Insurance.
• Paid vacation, PTO, holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.

Cigars International is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected characteristics.