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Bar Manager

Bar Manager – New Concept Opening

Location: Sioux Falls, SD
Compensation: Competitive salary + performance incentives
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We are opening an exciting new concept and are seeking an experienced, driven Bar Manager to lead the development and execution of our beverage program. This role is ideal for a hospitality professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, values quality and consistency, and wants to help build something from the ground up.

You will be responsible for overseeing all bar operations—from cocktail creation and inventory control to staff training and guest experience—while maintaining strong cost controls and high service standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a compelling cocktail, beer, and wine program aligned with the restaurant’s concept
  • Hire, train, and lead bar staff with a focus on service, efficiency, and hospitality culture
  • Manage inventory, ordering, vendor relationships, and product selection
  • Control beverage costs, minimize waste, and maintain accurate counts and pars
  • Create bar SOPs, recipes, and training materials
  • Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and alcohol regulations
  • Collaborate closely with ownership, culinary leadership, and management
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and guest-ready bar at all times
  • Lead by example during service and set the tone for professionalism behind the bar

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of bar management or lead bartender experience in a high-volume or upscale setting
  • Strong knowledge of classic and modern cocktails, spirits, wine, and beer
  • Proven leadership and staff development skills
  • Experience with inventory systems, POS platforms, and cost controls
  • Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
  • Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
  • Passion for hospitality and guest experience

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to build and shape a bar program from day one
  • Competitive pay with performance-based incentives
  • Growth opportunities within a developing restaurant group
  • Creative freedom within a structured, professional environment
  • A team-focused culture that values quality, accountability, and respect

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