Bar Manager Job at Empanada Mama - Hell's Kitchen, New York, NY

  • Empanada Mama - Hell's Kitchen
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Restaurant Bar Manager to lead our bustling hospitality team. In this vital role, you will oversee daily bar operations, ensuring exceptional customer service, efficient food and beverage delivery, and smooth team coordination. Your leadership will drive the success of our casual dining environment, creating memorable experiences for guests while maintaining high standards of food safety, cleanliness, and operational excellence. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional passionate about hospitality management and team leadership to make a positive impact in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of bar operations, including staff scheduling, inventory control, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards.
  • Lead team training and development initiatives to enhance service quality, product knowledge, and operational efficiency.
  • Oversee food preparation and beverage service to ensure consistency, quality, and presentation standards are met or exceeded.
  • Utilize POS systems such as SPOT ON for order processing, cash handling, and sales reconciliation.
  • Supervise kitchen and bar staff during shifts, ensuring smooth coordination between front-of-house and back-of-house teams.
  • Monitor inventory levels regularly; place orders for supplies; manage food production processes including catering and banquet services when applicable.
  • Conduct staff interviews, performance evaluations, and manage disciplinary actions to foster a motivated and professional team environment.
  • Analyze profit and loss reports to identify opportunities for revenue growth and cost savings; implement strategies accordingly.
  • Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness throughout the venue in accordance with NYC DOH health regulations.
  • Handle customer inquiries or complaints promptly to ensure guest satisfaction remains a top priority.

Experience

  • Proven management experience in a restaurant or hospitality environment, preferably with bar casual dining or fine dining backgrounds.
  • Extensive knowledge of food preparation techniques, culinary operations, and food industry best practices.
  • Hands-on experience with POS systems such as SPOT ON ; strong cash handling skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to supervise teams effectively while fostering a positive work culture through training & development initiatives.
  • Familiarity with inventory control procedures, budgeting, profit & loss analysis, and food safety management protocols.
  • Prior experience managing hospitality teams in fast-paced settings like quick service or full-service restaurants is highly desirable.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to lead staff confidently through shift management and managerial communication channels.

Join us as a Restaurant Bar Manager where your leadership will inspire your team to deliver outstanding guest experiences! We value energetic professionals who thrive on teamwork, operational excellence, and creating vibrant hospitality environments that guests love.

Job Tags

Full time, Casual work, Shift work

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