Job Description

Bar Manager

Chelsea Piers is seeking a Bar Manager to lead the Water Hazard Bar + Lounge at the Golf Club at Chelsea Piers. Reporting to the Golf Club's General Manager and working closely with the Water Hazard Events Team, you'll shape a distinctive bar program and deliver an outstanding experience for members and guests.

As the Bar Manager at the Water Hazard, you will be expected to:

• Maintain and oversee consistent and accurate Food & Beverage inventory and ordering.
• Meet budget targets (Payroll, COGS and revenues) based on figures approved by GM and Chelsea Piers Principals.
• Oversee and execute a creative and enticing food & beverage program suited to the style/culture/cuisine of The Golf Club Water Hazard Bar + Lounge.
• Form and maintain relationships with distributors and representatives; negotiate for the lowest price and highest value of products.
• Engage in management meetings: delivering cost and pricing, inventory, beverage specs, staff information, comprehensive reports of our bar program and any additional information as requested.
• Actively assist in all employee recruitment, interviews and onboarding.
• Schedule, supervise and support FOH and BOH (approx. 8 to 9 staff members)
• Adjust and enforce training documents, SOPs, side-work and bar cleaning schedules.
• Fill in for bartenders, runners as needed.
• Enforce zero tolerance policy regarding alcohol consumption on premises, documenting and reporting any policy violation to General Manager.
• Hold FOH and BOH staff accountable for standards, policies and non-negotiables; applying documented disciplinary action and a timeline for improvement or termination when necessary.
• Familiarize and adopt training protocols and all beverage descriptions for FOH staff and kitchen/food description to BOH staff.
• Order needed administrative and Kitchen/barware supplies
• Ensure all equipment is well maintained, service and troubleshoot as needed (dishwasher, Microwaves, freezers, Cold Rooms etc)
• Engage in pre-service meetings: conduct informed tastings, communicate any beverage and menu changes, special situations; quiz and enforce a high standard of knowledge among all team members.
• Schedule informative tastings and classes with beverage experts and producers.

*This is not comprehensive list of responsibilities and can change at any time at the discretion of your supervisor.

About You: You have a positive attitude, strong leadership skills, and a solid work ethic. You are adaptable and enjoy working in a fast-paced team environment.

• 5 years of managerial experience running a restaurant/bar operation
• Ability to maintain a professional and courteous manner at all times
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve, excel with minimal supervision, and motivate team members
• A flexible schedule and ability to work nights, weekends and as needed
• Ability to be on your feet for multiple hours at a time
• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs

This position is based at Chelsea Piers in New York, New York

Chelsea Piers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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