Job Description
CareerWise Recruitment are currently inviting applications for a Bar Manager on behalf of our client, a luxurious Five Star Hotel located in Kerry.
The role focuses on supporting the day-to-day activities in food & beverage outlets. This role is accountable for the service standards and hygiene standards and the total beverages sales budget in the hotel (not including wine). You are responsible for the initial staff induction to the department and the ongoing training and development of all associates within the department. You are responsible for the stock within the department and the stocktaking of all departmental stock, maintenance and purchasing of glassware, cutlery, linen and equipment including maintenance of equipment within the department.
Leadership is key to develop and maintain the team already in place and raise standards in line with the hotel’s culture. This needs to be a prime focus and must be carefully managed to ensure a smooth transition. Setting the foundations for careful improvement in all areas of the offering are vital and should be taken with great care and attention.
THE ROLE You Will Be Responsible For:
All bar and floor staff
1. Beverage Service on daily basis in the lounge, Library, Drawing room, patio, Bar, Terrace and Study.
2. Food and Afternoon Tea service in the lounge, Library, Drawing room and study.
3. Beverage service and operations in outdoor Villas and cottages and other areas of the hotel where a function/wedding may require it.
4. The Beverage Gross profit margin each month.
5. The Labor costs of the department.
6. Staff communication and training.
7. Organizing the weekly team meeting.
8. The stock management and stock take of both the Bar, drinks cellars and store rooms.
9. Purchasing of stock, glasses and utensils for the beverage department using the Procurement tools available ensuring pre-approval of said purchases.
10. Customer service of the department and guest satisfaction.
11. Monthly promotional drinks and ideas to increase sales in the area. Further development of the department and its team.
12. To organize the efficient operation of all beverage outlets in the hotel.
REQUIREMENTS
13. 3+ years experience in a similar role.
14. 3-5 years Bar managerial experience.
15. Good cocktail knowledge essential and Mixology experience a plus.
16. Proven experience in leading a F&B team.
17. Excellent IT Skills including a proficient user of MS Office and excel.
18. Exceptional attention to detail, organizational, negotiation and communication skills are a must including fluent spoken and written English.
All applications must demonstrate previous experience in a similar role in a busy food and beverage environment and proven ability.
Contact Laura Dunne for further details – CareerWise Recruitment,
+353 21 242 7035
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