Hands-On Bar GM: Lead Team, Pour Drinks, Drive Experience

Duke’S on 7; Hastings (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke’S on 7 in Hastings, MN is seeking a hands-on General Manager to lead a casual neighborhood bar, while regularly working tipped bartending shifts to connect with guests and mentor the bar team.

You will oversee daily operations, hire and train staff, manage labor, costs, and inventory, and partner with ownership on promotions and events to drive sales. Open availability for day, night, and weekend shifts is essential for the right fit.

Qualifications

• Previous bar management experience.
• Strong bartending experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day bar operations and overall business performance.
• Hire, train, coach, schedule, and develop a strong bartending team.
• Work scheduled tipped bartending shifts.
• Maintain a flexible schedule with a combination of days, nights, and weekends.
• Create a welcoming, energetic environment for guests and regulars.
• Maintain strong service standards while keeping the atmosphere casual and approachable.
• Manage labor, inventory, ordering, cash controls, and operating costs.
• Handle guest concerns and support the team during busy shifts.
• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and responsible alcohol-service standards.
• Partner with ownership/leadership on promotions, events, and sales-building opportunities.
• Hold the team accountable while building a positive, dependable culture.

Skills

Bar management

Bartending

Job description

Duke’S on 7 in Hastings, MN is seeking a hands-on General Manager to lead a casual neighborhood bar, while regularly working tipped bartending shifts to connect with guests and mentor the bar team.

You will oversee daily operations, hire and train staff, manage labor, costs, and inventory, and partner with ownership on promotions and events to drive sales. Open availability for day, night, and weekend shifts is essential for the right fit.