Bar Supervisor

Little Something; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Little Something is seeking a Bar Supervisor to oversee daily bar operations and the beverage program, ensuring high-quality drinks, guest service, and team performance. You will lead bartenders, train staff, and maintain inventory, costs, and brand-aligned cocktails.

The role emphasizes leadership, operational discipline, and hospitality, with responsibilities across training, scheduling, and guest relations to drive a polished bar experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of bartending experience.
• At least one year in a supervisory role preferred.
• Strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, wine and beer.
• Experience with inventory management and beverage controls preferred.
• Ability to coach and motivate a bar team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily bar operations to ensure beverage quality and staff performance.
• Lead, train, and coach bartenders to maintain professional culture behind the bar.
• Prepare and serve beverages per recipes and presentation standards.
• Develop a cocktail program aligned with the brand and guest expectations.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and hospitality standards.
• Ensure compliance with laws for alcohol service.
• Maintain bar organization, cleanliness, and sanitation.
• Manage beverage inventory and par levels.
• Assist with scheduling and performance management.

Skills

Bartending

Leadership

Staff Training

Guest Service

Inventory Management

Job description

Opportunity: Bar Supervisor

Supervise daily bar operations and beverage program while ensuring high standards of beverage quality, guest service, operational efficiency, and team performance. The Bar Supervisor supports the development and execution of the beverage program, including cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer, while maintaining strong leadership, operational discipline, and financial accountability in accordance with established restaurant and guest service standards.

Potential Career Path

Beverage Manager – Restaurant Manager – Food & Beverage Manager

Essential Job Functions

• Supervise daily bar operations to ensure consistent beverage quality, service standards, and team performance.
• Lead, train, and support bartenders and bar staff to maintain a professional, positive, and accountable culture behind the bar.
• Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards.
• Develop and maintain a thoughtful, concept-aligned cocktail program that reflects the restaurant’s brand and guest expectations.
• Maintain strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, wine, and beer and share knowledge through ongoing staff training and coaching.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and beverage quality, ensuring drinks are prepared accurately, consistently, and efficiently.
• Interact with guests to obtain feedback and ensure a polished, professional guest experience.
• Handle guest concerns calmly and professionally, resolving issues while maintaining hospitality standards.
• Ensure compliance with all State, Federal, and HHM Hotels regulations regarding the service of alcoholic beverages.
• Check identification of customers to verify age requirements for purchase of alcohol.
• Follow standards for identifying and managing intoxicated guests.
• Maintain bar organization, cleanliness, and sanitation standards.
• Manage beverage inventory including ordering, receiving, storage, and maintaining proper par levels.
• Monitor and control pour costs, waste, and beverage margins through proper inventory management and operational discipline.
• Assist with beverage costing, menu engineering, and revenue optimization initiatives.
• Maintain prep systems, recipes, and operational procedures to ensure efficiency and consistency.
• Ensure all bar equipment is in proper working order; report malfunctions and follow up on repairs.
• Complete beverage requisitions and maintain adequate supplies including glassware, garnishes, and bar tools.
• Assist with scheduling, coaching, and performance management of bar associates.
• Perform service functions during periods of high volume or staffing shortages.
• Be aware of guest satisfaction scores and work toward increasing departmental and overall guest satisfaction.
• Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment, and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
• Perform other duties as requested by management.

Position Requirements

• Minimum two years of bartending experience required.
• Minimum one year in a leadership or supervisory role in a high-volume restaurant or bar environment is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, wine, beer, and beverage program development required.
• Experience with inventory management, ordering, costing, and beverage controls preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to train, coach, and motivate a bar team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to maintain systems and operational consistency.
• Ability to manage guest interactions professionally and maintain high hospitality standards.

Work Environment and Context

Work schedule varies and may include working varied shifts, holidays and weekends.

Requires standing for extended periods, walking, pushing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending and reaching, stooping, kneeling, or crouching.

What We Believe

People Are Our Capability – Hearts That Serve – Only Excellence – Stay Nimble – Own It