Bar Manager (PT)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Food and Beverage Manager / Bar Manager

Location : Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture, Chicago, IL

Terms : Part-Time

Requirements : Must be available to work evenings and weekends

About the Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture

The Athenaeum Center was built in 1911 on the St. Alphonsus campus and is home to Chicago’s oldest continuously-operating off-Loop theater. Our mission is to invite people into encounters with beauty and to revitalize the Catholic tradition of the arts from our location in one of Chicago’s most unique religious, artistic, and civic buildings. At the Athenaeum Center, we believe that art and beauty have the capacity to build up culture, transform society, and change lives.

Why Work for Us

Join a team dedicated to creating transformative experiences through the arts in a historic, unique, and beautiful setting. Our staff is passionate about providing exceptional guest experiences and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. As Bar Manager, you will have the opportunity to showcase your leadership and creativity in a dynamic, high-energy, and artistic environment.

Job Overview

The Food & Beverage Manager at the Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture is a part-time leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of our food and beverage operations across a busy calendar of events. This includes managing bar service, supervising and training bartenders, developing seasonal menus, tracking inventory, handling vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.

The role also includes restructuring our ordering and inventory systems to be more efficient and cost-effective, supporting a program that is both financially sustainable and mission-aligned. This person will work closely with the Events & Sales Manager and the Front of House team to ensure smooth execution and a warm, welcoming atmosphere for over 1,000 guests per day. The ideal candidate brings both operational expertise and a sense of hospitality rooted in joy, beauty, and excellence.

Responsibilities

Bar + Concessions Management

• Oversee bar operations across all event spaces (Main Stage, Paradiso Bar, lobby concessions, and private receptions)
• Hire, train, and supervise bartenders to deliver excellent, warm service
• Schedule staff according to event needs and communicate clearly across departments
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety, and compliance with BASSET and city / state laws
• Ensure regular and thorough cleaning of all food and beverage spaces, including bar areas, storage rooms, fridges, and prep surfaces, in accordance with health and safety guidelines

Menu + Guest Experience

Ordering + Inventory Systems

Team + Culture

Qualifications :

Ability to stand for extended periods.

Reports To :

Bartender

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