As the Beverage Manager, you will be responsible for the oversight of all bar employees and overall bar operations of Sunnygun and Moneygun. This position serves as the direct supervisor and vital resource for the bar teams at each concept, providing guidance and hands-on assistance whenever necessary. You must maintain and improve all facets of daily bar operation and execution of the bar team, using the mission statement and guiding principles as anchors for decision-making and cultivating culture. You will also be directly involved with the menu’s creative process and event curation, working alongside the 16OC Beverage Director.

Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

Leadership

• Be the guiding force behind the bar staff, offering mentorship when possible and pointed direction when necessary to remain on task and improve the bar skills of each team member
• Maintain a professional presence at all times to serve as an example for the rest of the team
• Work with GM and 16OC Beverage Director to execute monthly training sessions to grow the knowledge base and skill set of the bar staff
• Maintain clear communication between kitchen, bar prep, and staff to prepare bar teams for service

Financials

• Analyze financial data to adjust menu offering and note any unusual occurrences
• Maintain an average monthly cost of goods sold rate of 19% or less
• Maintain an average monthly comp/shrinkage rate of less than 4%
• Maintain an average monthly labor rate of less than 30%
• Support and grow relationships with brands and distributors as partnerships are developed

Operations

• Run good shifts. Lead the team as MOD for 4-5 shifts per week- a combination of opens and closes - completing manager checklists and following up fast to resolve any issues as they arise
• Manage ordering, receiving and inventory procedures, involving staff when appropriate
• Create staff schedules with at least two-weeks lead time
• Keep all SOP guides and documents up to date
• Ensure complete and efficient bar opening/closing, with each team member sharing duties equally
• Ensure upkeep of stocking and organization of liquor room and prep area, coolers, and bar areas
• Attend weekly manager meetings and see all tasks assigned to completion
• Lead the staffing and execution of beverage components for private events
• Ensure appropriate representation of each bar concept in offsite events and competitions
• Work directly with predetermined beverage partners to execute various activations (holidays, menu placements, takeovers, etc.)
• Foster partnerships and develop activations in both spaces to drive sales and bottom line
• Continuously identify opportunities for improvement, assign deadlines, and execute to completion

Skills

About You: 

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Bar Manager or similar role with previous supervisory/management experience
• State or County License or Certification Requirement (BASSET)/ Responsible Alcohol Awareness Training Certification or equivalent
• Flexible schedule - Must be available late nights, weekends, and holidays
• POS management experience
• Ability to lift or move up to 25 lbs using proper lifting techniques
• Strong interpersonal communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to interact with guests positively and with a safety-minded approach
• Tolerance of all cultures, music and art forms