BAR & FUNCTIONS SUPERVISOR

Ligpos (Pty) Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Ligpos Employment Agency is seeking a hands-on Bar & Functions Supervisor for a premier client in the hospitality sector, based in Pretoria East. You will own the Main Bar operations, oversee stock, GAAP records and staff, and manage cash-ups.

This role also covers function supervision during evenings and closing periods, with overnight stays possible on function nights. Weekend and night shifts are required, and the salary ranges between R15,000 and R18,000 per month depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in bar supervision or management.
• Strong background in stock control and GAAP experience is essential.
• Excellent leadership, numerical skills, and people management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Main Bar & Operations Management: Take full responsibility for the Main Bar and daily bar operations.
• Stock & GAAP Control: Oversee bar stock, stock takes, and GAAP records.
• Cash-Ups & Reporting: Verify cash-ups and reconciliations; submit bar reports.
• Function Supervision & Venue Closing: Support events; oversee final operations and venue lock-up.

Skills

Bar supervision

Leadership

Numerical skills

People management

GAAP experience

Tools

GAAP knowledge

Job description

VACANCY: BAR & FUNCTIONS SUPERVISOR

Ligpos Employment Agency invites suitable candidates to apply for an exciting position at one of our premier clients in the hospitality industry.

Position Overview

• Location: Pretoria East

• Salary: R15,000 – R18,000 per month (Negotiable based on experience)

• Type: Full-Time (Includes weekends and night shifts on function days)

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strong, hands-on, and experienced Bar & Functions Supervisor to take full ownership of their Main Bar and general bar operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for stock control, stock counts, GAAP systems, cash-ups, reporting, and bar staff management.

Additionally, this role includes function supervision—particularly during the evening and closing periods. Once the main function coordinator wraps up their duties, you will take charge of the remaining function operations, staff breakdown, and venue lock-up.

Key Responsibilities

1. Main Bar & Operations Management:

   • Take full responsibility for the Main Bar and daily bar operations.
   • Supervise, allocate, and prepare bar staff for service.
   • Manage bar setup, operation, and breakdown.

2. Stock & GAAP Control:

   • Oversee bar stock, regular stock takes, and receiving incoming stock.
   • Capture GRVs accurately and maintain GAAP records (essential).
   • Manage stock allocation across bars while controlling wastage, breakages, and shortages.

3. Cash-Ups & Reporting:

   • Verify individual barmen cash-ups and perform final reconciliations.
   • Identify discrepancies and submit all required bar reports promptly.

4. Function Supervision & Venue Closing:

   • Support the Function Coordinator during events.
   • Take full charge of remaining operations once the main function team leaves.
   • Oversee final staff duties, cleaning, stock returns, and secure the venue for the next event.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Experience: Proven experience in bar supervision or management.

• Systems: Strong background in stock control and GAAP experience is essential.

• Skills: Excellent leadership, numerical skills, and people management abilities.

• Personality: Confident, authoritative, reliable, and able to work independently under pressure.

• Availability: Comfortable working weekends and occasional late-night functions.

• Demographic Profile: Male candidate, preferably between 30 and 45 years of age.

Working Hours

• Monday – Friday: 09:00 – 16:00

• Saturday: 09:00 – 13:00

• Days Off: 2 days off per week (usually Sundays, unless there is a scheduled function).

• Note: Hours are adjusted on function days to accommodate late finishes. Overnight stay at the venue may be required on certain function nights.