Bar / Beverage Manager

Bar / Beverage Manager

Region

Luxury & Lifestyle

Job Description

• Oversee the daily operations of all hotel bars and beverage outlets, ensuring smooth service, operational efficiency, and exceptional guest experiences.
• Develop and implement innovative beverage menus, cocktail concepts, seasonal promotions, and beverage offerings aligned with the hotel's brand standards and guest preferences.
• Manage beverage costs, inventory, stock control, purchasing, and supplier relationships to maximize profitability while maintaining quality standards.
• Lead, train, motivate, and develop the bar and beverage team, ensuring excellent product knowledge, service standards, upselling techniques, and consistent performance.
• Monitor beverage revenue, sales performance, cost of sales, and departmental budgets, identifying opportunities to increase revenue and achieve financial targets.
• Ensure compliance with hotel policies, UAE regulations, licensing requirements, hygiene standards, and responsible alcohol service practices while maintaining a safe working environment.
• Collaborate with the Food & Beverage leadership team, Culinary department, and other hotel departments to enhance beverage offerings, organize special events, improve guest satisfaction, and drive overall outlet performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in bar or beverage management, preferably within a luxury hotel or upscale hospitality environment.
• Strong knowledge of wines, spirits, cocktails, mixology, and international beverage trends.
• Proven experience in team leadership, beverage cost control, inventory management, and revenue optimization.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and guest service skills.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and public holidays.