Bar Manager

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Canada R&D Spadina Full time

Company Description

R&D is a bold and modern Canadian Asian restaurant in the heart of Toronto’s iconic Chinatown. Owned and operated by Eric Chong, Season 1 winner of CTV’s MasterChef Canada, and his mentor, Michelin-starred Chef Alvin Leung, the menu combines traditional Asian flavours with Canadian favourites into bold, vibrant dishes.

**What’s in it for you?**
- Competitive wages/salary packages
- Gratuity sharing
- A comprehensive benefits program
- Training and development opportunities
- Staff dining discount
- RRSP matching program for managers

**Job Description**:
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.

**PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**
- 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
- Around 2 - 3 years experience in a high volume, fast paced hospitality environment.
- 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 InformationNo calls from recruiters please

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