Bar Room Manager
$50,000–$60,000 year
On-siteColumbus, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Oversee daily operations of the Café and Bar, including opening/closing procedures, service flow, cleanliness, and cash handling. Prepare and serve high-quality espresso drinks, teas, cocktails, and food items while maintaining consistency and speed. Lead, train, and supervise front-of-house staff to ensure exceptional guest service and adherence to CMA service standards. Manage inventory for beverages, food, and supplies using shelf-to-sheet processes and established par levels. Ensure full compliance with health and safety regulations, as well as federal, state, and local laws governing food and alcohol service. Handle administrative tasks including scheduling & payroll timesheets for the Finance Department. Maintain and manage equipment in coordination with the Deputy Director for Operations to ensure smooth day-to-day functionality. Monitor financial performance by tracking sales, labor, and cost of goods; produce regular reports and adjust operations to meet revenue goals. Deliver an exceptional guest experience informed by the broader curatorial program of The Pizzuti.
Required Qualifications
- 5-10 years of progressive experience in hospitality
- strong background in bartending, bar service, or food and beverage operations
- prior leadership or supervisory experience
- Previously opened and managed café or bar operations
- In-depth knowledge of cocktail creation
- espresso preparation
- barista techniques
- commitment to product consistency and quality
- Proven ability to multitask effectively in a high-volume environment
- Strong leadership presence
- professional, approachable demeanor
- ability to motivate and support team members
- High standards for cleanliness, efficiency, and presentation across all service areas and workstations
- Proficiency with POS systems
- basic cash handling procedures
- daily reconciliation processes
- Excellent communication skills
- time management skills
- organizational skills
- attention to detail
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, late nights, and holidays as needed
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic setting
- Must meet minimum legal age requirements for the service of alcohol in accordance with local and state regulations
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and move for extended periods throughout the shift
- Requires the ability to lift up to 30 pounds
- Must have full use of hands and arms to shake, stir, tamp, pour, pull shots, and handle hot/cold beverages
- Sensory requirements include taste, smell, vision, and touch for drink preparation and presentation
- Regular work schedule includes late nights and weekend shifts
Desired Qualifications
- strong background in bartending, bar service, or food and beverage operations
- prior leadership or supervisory experience
- Previously opened and managed café or bar operations
- In-depth knowledge of cocktail creation
- espresso preparation
- barista techniques
- commitment to product consistency and quality
- Proven ability to multitask effectively in a high-volume environment
- Strong leadership presence
- professional, approachable demeanor
- ability to motivate and support team members
- High standards for cleanliness, efficiency, and presentation across all service areas and workstations
- Proficiency with POS systems
- basic cash handling procedures
- daily reconciliation processes
- Excellent communication skills
- time management skills
- organizational skills
- attention to detail
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, late nights, and holidays as needed
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic setting
- Must meet minimum legal age requirements for the service of alcohol in accordance with local and state regulations
- Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and move for extended periods throughout the shift
- Requires the ability to lift up to 30 pounds
- Must have full use of hands and arms to shake, stir, tamp, pour, pull shots, and handle hot/cold beverages
- Sensory requirements include taste, smell, vision, and touch for drink preparation and presentation
- Regular work schedule includes late nights and weekend shifts
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