Bar Manager

The Bar Manager will be responsible for the management of all aspects and functions of the bar outlets, in accordance with hotel standards.

About Us

The Crane Hotel, is a premier luxury resort in Barbados.  Join us and be part of a dynamic team in a prestigious hotel known for its exceptional service and breathtaking views.

The Opportunity- Bar Manager

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, skilled and highly motivated individual join our Food & Beverage Team.  The Bar Manager will be responsible for the management of all aspects and functions of the bar outlets, in accordance with hotel standards. He/She will direct, implement, and maintain a service and management philosophy which serves as a guide to respective staff.

Applications open to Barbadian nationals or persons with permission to reside and work in Barbados.

Summary of Main Duties:

• Inspect bar set-ups; check for cleanliness, neatness, and agreement to departmental standards; rectify deficiencies with respective personnel.
• Inspect all aspects of the outlet environment ensuring compliance with standards of cleanliness and order. Direct respective personnel to rectify deficiencies.
• Prepare weekly work schedules in accordance with staffing guidelines and labor forecasts. Adjust schedules throughout the week to meet the business demands.
• Constantly monitor staff performance in all phases of service and job functions, ensuring that all procedures are carried out to departmental standards; rectify any deficiencies with respective personnel.
• Anticipate heavy business times and organize procedures to handle extended waiting lines.
• Monitor and handle problems with intoxicated guests and/or altercations.
• Ensure that all Bars are secure when not open for business.
• Run system closing reports and ensure that all servers' checks are closed before they sign out.
• Maintain complete knowledge of:
  • • All liquor brands, beers, and non-alcoholic selections available in outlets.
    • All menu items.
    • The particular characteristics and description of every wine/champagne by the glass and major wines on the wine list.
    • Designated glassware and garnishes for drinks. All bar menu items, preparation method/time, ingredients, sauces, portion sizes, garnishes, presentation, and prices.
    • Daily specials, 86'd items.
    • Bar outlet layouts, table/seat/station numbers, proper table set-ups, room capacity, hours of operation, price range, and dress code.
    • Manual system procedures.
    • Daily house count, arrivals/departures, and VIPs.
    • Scheduled in-house group activities, locations, and times.
    • Correct maintenance and use of equipment.
• Establish par levels for supplies, liquor, beer, wine, and equipment. Complete requisitions to replenish shortages or additional items needed for the anticipated business.
• Maintain a current drink recipe book/list at each bar outlet.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• At least one-year experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of variable food service styles.
• Ability to input and access information in PMS.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time, enduring various physical movements including stretching, pushing and bending.
• Familiarity with food and beverage cost controls.
• Flexibility to work on weekends, holidays, and evenings as scheduled.                                    

Please note that only suitably qualified applicants will be invited to interview.