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Bar Manager

Bar Manager

Smyth & CoLos Angeles, CA, US
11 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

Head of Operations - Smyth & Co Luxury Hospitality Consulting

Be among the first 25 applicants. This range is provided by Smyth & Co. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay

$80,000.00 / yr

What's on offer

  • $80k base salary (DOE) + 10% performance bonus
  • Healthcare contributions; optional dental and vision
  • 401(k); staff meals on duty; employee dining discounts; long-service recognition
  • Ongoing training, clear growth pathways, regular team events, and 24 / 7 employee assistance program

The role

  • A leading international hospitality group is opening a flagship venue in Los Angeles and is seeking a hands-on Bar Manager to build a best-in-class beverage program, develop the team, and deliver standout guest experiences from pre-opening through steady state.
  • What you'll do

  • Own the beverage program end-to-end : category strategy, supplier partnerships, costing, and menu engineering
  • Create and roll out seasonal cocktail menus and high-margin features aligned to the concept
  • Lead daily bar service to brand standards across bar counter and floor; be a visible presence on shift
  • Recruit, train, coach, and schedule a high-performing team; deliver ongoing product & service training
  • Manage beverage COGS, inventory, pars, and purchasing with tight controls and accurate reporting
  • Partner with FOH / BOH on service flow, prep, and mise en place to meet demand forecasts
  • Ensure compliance with health codes and company SOPs; uphold immaculate bar hygiene and maintenance
  • Collaborate with Marketing / Events on promotions and programming that drive revenue while protecting guest mix
  • Monitor KPIs (COGS, labor, sales mix, voids / complaints), share weekly insights, and action improvements
  • What we're looking for

  • 4–6+ years' bar leadership (Bar Manager or senior bar lead / AGM with bar ownership) in high-volume, design-led restaurants / bars / nightlife
  • Proven track record creating profitable menus and hitting COGS / labor targets; confident with P&L basics
  • Strong people leader : hires well, sets standards, gives clear feedback, and builds culture
  • Systems-literate (common POS & inventory platforms); organised with excellent communication
  • Calm under pressure, solutions-driven, and comfortable working evenings / weekends / holidays
  • Valid California Food Handler Card and RBS / ABC certification (or willingness to obtain); authorised to work in the U.S
  • Seniorities

  • Mid-Senior level
  • Employment type

  • Full-time
  • Job function

  • Management
  • Industries
  • Hospitality and Restaurants
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    West Hollywood, CA $80,000 - $85,000

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