Bar Manager

6 months ago

Halifax, Canada Bar Sofia Full time

**Company Description**
Showcasing the vibrant essence of Latin cooking, Bar Sofia is a paradise for shared plates and cocktails. Led by celebrated Chef Anthony Walsh, Bar Sofia playfully nods to his family’s Argentinian heritage as well as the next generation of food lovers, artists and adventurers.

Highlighting fresh and bright flavours, Bar Sofia’s all-day menu features an array of tasty snacks and small plates including addictive empanadas and colourful salads; along with larger format meat, seafood and vegetable dishes meant for sharing among friends old and new. While much of the menu is Latin inspired, Chef Walsh has thoughtfully incorporated beautiful Atlantic Canadian ingredients such as Nova Scotia mackerel, lamb and salmon, Newfoundland tuna, and P.E.I. beef cheeks.

**What’s in it for you?**
- Competitive salary
- Paid vacation, sick, and personal days
- Gratuity sharing
- Health, Dental and Visions benefits with Enhanced Mental Health Coverage
- Discounted gym membership and Employee Assistance Program
- Group Life & Disability Insurance
- Management Uniform/ Clothing Reimbursement
- Monthly dining allowance for all O&B and Freehand locations
- 50% Dining Discount for all O&B and Freehand locations
- RRSP Matching
- Tuition Reimbursement
- O&B is one of Canada’s largest hospitality companies with many internal career opportunities. We have restaurants, food halls, and catering teams in Alberta, Ontario, Quebec, and Nova Scotia.

The Bar Manager will oversee the bar program by creating and maintaining bar standards while driving sales through creative and innovative promotions and building relationships with suppliers and vendors. In addition, the Bar Manager is accountable for the day to day operations of the restaurant bar including staffing, cost controls, staff training, budgeting, administration and active floor management during service.

**Core Values**:

- You are passionate and articulate about food and beverage
- You value relentless innovation and kick-ass creativity
- You value positivity, honesty and respect
- You aim to leave lasting, positive impressions on every guest through intelligent, enthusiastic and emotional service.

**The Day to Day**:

- Manage the overall bar and beverage program for the restaurant including cocktails, beers, garnishing and non-alcoholic beverages
- Create and maintain service and operational standards for the bar, making use of best practices and efficiencies where possible
- Lead the creation and maintenance of cocktail lists including new and innovative products and combinations while keeping in mind costing and speed requirements
- Liaison and build relationships with beverage related suppliers to source new products, new promotions and improved pricing
- Communicate the vision to all team members and leads by example. Reinforce the O&B values daily and inspires the team with his/her exciting vision for the future
- Build and maintain relationships with guests, team members and senior management alike
- Demonstrate high personal integrity, business ethics and takes every opportunity to promote the venue
- Use conflict resolution and problem solving skills
- Strive for maximum efficiency and continual improvement of staff productivity
- Additional duties as assigned or required

**Qualifications**
- Post-secondary diploma/degree in Business or Hospitality as asset
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a high volume, fast paced hospitality environment.
- WSET Intermediate Wine Certificate or comparable an asset
- Experience working in both a fine dining and casual restaurant bar environment is preferred
- Extensive beverage knowledge including traditional cocktails and new, on-trend beverages
- Experience with new restaurant or bar openings and bar set-up is preferred
- A passion for beverage, food and service is a must
- Must possess superior verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to demonstrate extreme organization in a fast paced environment while acting as a team player
- Strong business acumen

**Additional Information**:
**Freehand Hospitality's Diversity Commitment**

At Freehand Hospitality, we are committed to treating every employee with dignity and respect. We strive to be fair and just, and create working environments where our employees can be at their best.

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