Assistant Bar Manager - High Volume Restaurant

HotelJobs; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 134,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tip share pool

Job summary

HotelJobs is seeking an experienced Assistant Bar Manager to oversee daily bar operations, lead a dedicated team, and maximize profitability in a fast-paced SA environment.

The role covers stock control, staff scheduling, and financial tracking while ensuring compliance with Liquor Act 59 of 2003. Shift work is required, with emphasis on work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years’ bar management or senior supervision in a high-volume SA hospitality environment.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities with cashups accuracy; effective communication.
• Knowledge of local beverage trends and cocktail preparation.
• Experience with POS systems; Revel experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Staff Management: recruit, train, mentor, and supervise bartenders and floor staff; design weekly rosters.
• Stock & Inventory: conduct stock takes, manage supplier orders, control waste, prevent theft.
• Legal Compliance: adhere to Liquor Act, verify IDs, manage hours, maintain licenses.
• Customer Service: maintain welcoming atmosphere, resolve guest complaints, drive loyalty.
• Financial Administration: manage cashups, track sales, safe drops, assist in pricing strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Cash handling

Communication

Time management

Education

National Senior Certificate

Hospitality management diploma/certificate

Mixology certification (preferred)

Tools

POS systems

Revel (POS)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and energetic Assistant Bar Manager to help oversee our daily bar operations, lead a dedicated team, and maximize profitability. The ideal candidate will handle stock control, staff scheduling, and financial tracking while ensuring strict compliance with South African liquor laws, specifically the Liquor Act 59 of 2003. This role requires a hands‑on leader capable of maintaining exceptional service standards in a fast‑paced environment. Note that the position involves shift work, but that this group is very focussed on employee work‑life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Staff Management: Recruit; train, mentor, and supervise bartenders and floor staff. Design weekly rosters and optimize floor coverage.
• Stock & Inventory Control: Conduct regular stock takes, manage supplier orders, control waste, and implement strict anti-theft measures.
• Legal Compliance: Ensure full adherence to the South African Liquor Act, including verifying patron IDs, managing strict operating hours, and maintaining valid licensing requirements.
• Customer Service: Maintain a welcoming atmosphere, resolve guest complaints efficiently, and drive customer loyalty.
• Financial Administration: Manage daily cashups, track sales performance, handle safe drops, and assist in setting strategic drink pricing to optimize margins.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: 2 to 3 years of proven experience in Bar Management or as a Senior Supervisor in a high-volume South African bar or restaurant hospitality environment.
• Skills: Strong leadership, excellent problem-solving abilities, numerical accuracy for cashups, and effective communication skills.
• Knowledge: Deep understanding of local beverage trends, cocktail preparation, beer, wine, and spirit pairing.
• Systems: Knowledge of POS systems. Experience with Revel advantageous.
• Qualifications: Valid National Senior Certificate (Matric). A hospitality management diploma or certificate is an advantage. Mixology certification preferred.
• Clearances: Clean criminal record and clear credit history (due to financial and cash-handling responsibilities).

Remuneration & Working Hours

• Salary: R12 000 - R15 000 per month (Negotiable based on experience).
• Incentives: Participation in the tip share pool.
• Working Hours: Shift work required. Must be available to work flexible hours, including late nights, weekends, and public holidays.