Head Bartender / Assistant Manager

Head Bartender / Assistant Manager – RC Dugans | East Meadow, NY

Know how to run a bar, lead a team AND keep the energy high when the place is packed? We want to meet you.

RC Dugans is looking for an experienced Head Bartender/Assistant Manager who knows the hospitality industry inside and out. We’re looking for someone who can make a great drink, command a busy bar, motivate a team and help keep the entire operation running smoothly.

This isn’t just another bartending position. You’ll be a key part of the leadership team and have a real hand in the continued growth of Dugans.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Lead the Bar:

• Oversee day-to-day bar operations, including inventory, cash handling, scheduling and organization.
• Lead, train and motivate the bartending team.
• Maintain consistent drink quality, presentation and service standards.
• Help develop creative, profitable cocktails and beverage offerings.
• Keep the bar clean, organized, stocked and ready for service.
• Ensure responsible alcohol service and compliance with applicable liquor laws.
• Set the tone behind the bar and make sure guests receive fast, friendly and memorable service.

Help Lead the Restaurant:

• Work alongside the General Manager with daily restaurant operations.
• Assist with staff scheduling, payroll and guest relations.
• Help hire, onboard, train and develop team members.
• Step in, problem-solve and keep things moving during busy services.
• Handle guest concerns professionally and help turn problems into positive experiences.
• Assist with inventory, cost controls and operational efficiency.
• Help create a workplace where people actually want to show up and be part of the team.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:

• 3+ years of bartending and/or restaurant leadership experience.

• Strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, beer and bar operations.

• Previous supervisory or management experience strongly preferred.

• Confident leadership skills without the ego.

• Excellent guest service and communication skills.

• Organized, dependable and comfortable making decisions.

• Able to coach, motivate and hold a team accountable.

• Comfortable with POS systems, cash handling and inventory.

• Able to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

• Flexible availability, including days, nights and weekends.

• Most importantly, we want someone who gets hospitality. Someone who understands that a great bar is about more than what’s in the glass. It’s the service, the energy, the regulars, the team and the experience guests have from the second they walk in.

• WHY DUGANS?

• Competitive compensation.

• Leadership role with room to grow.

• Opportunity to have a real impact on the bar program.

• Fast-paced, social work environment.

• Supportive, team-oriented atmosphere.

• Established East Meadow sports bar with a loyal local following.

• If you’re an experienced bartender and leader who’s ready for more responsibility, more ownership and an opportunity to help take the bar to the next level, we want to hear from you.

• 2314 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow, NY 11554

• Italian restaurant and cocktail bar serving traditional cuisine.

• Employees

• 25

• Industries

• Activities

• Organization type

• Private

• Headquarters

• US