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We are looking for someone with a strong desire to grow and cultivate an exciting Canadian inspired cocktail program in one of Canadas best restaurants! 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.

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

- More than 3 years of experience in a high-volume & fine dining hospitality environment.
- WSET Intermediate Wine Certificate or comparable an asset
- Experience working in both a fine dining and casual restaurant bar setting is preferred
- Extensive beverage knowledge including traditional cocktails and new, on-trend beverages
- Experience with recent 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
- Valid Smart Serve Certification
- Shift work from early mornings to late evening closings, weekends buyouts and holidays - A la carte menu and private events
- Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required
- Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.

Required Skill Profession

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