General Manager - Ginger's (downtown's only gay bar)

General Manager - Ginger's (downtown's only gay bar)

Ginger's is downtown's only gay bar, entertainment, and community space and we are looking for a new GM! If you have a background in and a passion for leading and managing teams, the General Manager position at Ginger's may be a good fit for you. We are looking for persons who have experience in a busy bar, hotel, or restaurant, but other work history may be considered with appropriate managerial experience. Working evenings and weekends may be required, the standard work week is Tuesday through Saturday. Experience booking entertainment is a plus.

The General Manager is ultimately responsible for all bar operations. You should be able to work independently, effectively communicate managerial objectives, effectively complete detail-oriented administrative tasks, and manage a team in a fair manner. Success in this position requires speedy completion of administrative duties and strong attention to detail.

The General Manager will report directly to the Operations Director.

Responsibilities

Maintain inventory controls

Create cocktail menus under the direction of the Beverage Director

Determine employees’ schedules and manage labor costs

Ensure bar is well-stocked and clean

Mixing and serving alcoholic beverages

Track customer behavior and sales

Maintain budget and monitor beverage costs

Oversee planning for special events

Liaise with the events team

Appropriately delegate tasks to staff

Purchase liquor and other supplies

Oversee staff, including bartenders and barbacks

Hire, train, promote, and, when necessary, discipline staff

Provide input on décor and marketing, including social media and other forms of publicity

Qualifications

Managerial experience in a bar, restaurant or equivalent

Great bartending skills

Experience booking entertainment is an advantage

Record of critical thinking skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Attention to detail and good organizational skills

Customer service focus

Knowledge of food, beverage, and hospitality industries

Calm under pressure

Comfortable with hospitality and sales technology platforms

Familiarity with Craftable, Yelp Restaurant Manager, and Square for Restaurants is nice but not required

Degree in business, management, hospitality, or equivalent is a plus

Benefits

Compensation up to $62,000 + tips

Company-sponsored medical / dental / vision benefits

Commuter check tax benefits

Matching 401(k) after the first year

Resumes without a cover letter stating why you’re interested and why you might be a good member of our team will not be considered.

Future Bars Group is an at-will, equal opportunity employer. Future Bars Group considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, HIV / AIDS status, weight, height, marital status, or any other legally protected status under local, state, or federal law.

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