Bar Managers | JHB | Premium Hospitality Group

Recruit for Africa PTY Limited; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 167,400 - 200,880; Full time

Job summary

Recruit for Africa PTY Limited is seeking experienced Bar Managers for flagship locations in Johannesburg. This role involves overseeing the bar's full lifecycle, including creative cocktail menu development and daily operations management. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience in premium venues and possess expert mixology skills. The position offers a remuneration of ZAR 15-18k CTC, and a chance to work within a prestigious hospitality group during its growth phase.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years in a Bar Management role within a premium venue.
• Expert-level mixology skills and a passion for beverage development.
• Strong administrative skills and proficiency in POS systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement seasonal cocktail menus integrating culinary themes.
• Manage daily operations ensuring speed of service and quality.
• Conduct stock takes and maintain targeted gross profit margins.

Skills

Mixology skills

Operational management

Stock control

Supplier management

Staff training

Tools

POS systems

Inventory management software

Job description

Bar Managers | JHB | Premium Hospitality Group

An established and growing hospitality group is seeking creative and highly organized BAR MANAGERS to lead the beverage departments at their flagship locations in Bryanston and Parkhurst.

The Role

The Bar Manager is responsible for the full lifecycle of the bar department, from creative menu development to rigorous stock control. A primary focus of this role is elevating the cocktail offering; therefore, advanced mixology skills and a deep understanding of classic and contemporary cocktail techniques are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Mixology & Innovation: Design and implement seasonal cocktail menus that complement the group’s Mediterranean and Steakhouse culinary themes.
• Operational Leadership: Manage the daily operations of the bar, ensuring speed of service and consistent drink quality during high-pressure shifts.
• Stock & Cost Control: Take full accountability for beverage stock takes, variance analysis, and maintaining targeted GP margins.
• Supplier Relations: Manage relationships with liquor and beverage suppliers, ensuring optimal stock levels and coordinating brand activations.
• Staff Training: Lead and mentor the bar team, conducting regular workshops on mixology, spirit knowledge, and upselling techniques.
• Compliance: Ensure the bar operates in full accordance with liquor licensing laws and health and safety regulations.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience: A minimum of 3 – 5 years in a Bar Management role within a premium, high-volume restaurant or upscale cocktail bar.
• Technical Skill: Expert-level mixology skills with a passion for creative beverage development.
• Management Ability: Strong administrative skills, including proficiency in POS systems (e.g., GAAP, Micros) and inventory management software.
• Leadership: A hands‑on manager who leads by example and thrives in a fast‑paced environment.

Remuneration

• ZAR 15-18k CTC
• The opportunity to work within a prestigious group during an exciting phase of growth and expansion.