Bar Manager

Kitopi is the world’s leading tech-powered multi-brand restaurant. With a mission to satisfy the world’s appetite, Kitopi operates a portfolio of both invested and franchised F&B brands, serving as enablers in the food market by helping brands to grow and scale, both in the delivery and dine-in space.

Launched in Dubai, UAE in January 2018, Kitopi has grown to become one of the greatest success stories in the cloud kitchen and food tech space. In July 2021, Kitopi announced its $415 million Series C funding round, led by the world’s largest technology-focused investment fund, Softbank Group Corp’s Vision Fund 2. This investment catapulted Kitopi to the prestigious Unicorn status, making it the fastest Unicorn to have emerged from the MENA region.

As a leading food-tech business, Kitopi’s growth has been largely fueled by its innovative and scalable software solutions. Kitopi’s kitchens are powered by its proprietary Smart Kitchen Operating System (SKOS) - an in-house suite of applications that optimizes cloud kitchen operations in real-time. As part of its growth roadmap, technological innovation, data science, artificial intelligence, and robotics will take center stage as Kitopi continues to reinvent the food industry as we know it today.

With over 4,000 employees, Kitopi currently operates 200+ locations across the UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar, and runs its engineering hub in Krakow, Poland, its robotics hub in Denmark, and its global customer experience center in Dubai, UAE.

AWJ, a Kitopi company, is a fast-growing Food & Beverage Group of popular home-grown Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, and international dining concepts. Established in 2014, AWJ is on a mission to satisfy the world's appetite to create joy. Headquartered in Dubai, AWJ embarked on its culinary journey with five unique concept brands – all strategically located across popular tourist and dining destinations across Dubai. AWJ has since expanded its presence to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the USA through both owned and franchised locations. AWJ future plans include identifying and exploring key regional markets in Europe, North Africa, and the USA, bringing in cutting-edge technologies, experimenting with traditional and innovative flavors, and blending diverse culinary traditions to create unique and enticing dining experiences.

Responsible for serving beverage products with friendly, individualized attention towards each customer, presenting our premium product according to the standards set out.

What You'll Do?

• Inventory Management: Maintain accurate inventory of bar supplies and ingredients, ensuring the bar is well-stocked and prepared for operations.
• Menu Creation: Develop and update drinks menus based on customer preferences and trends, ensuring alignment with Kitopi’s brand.
• Team Leadership: Determine and manage employees’ schedules, delegate tasks effectively, and oversee staff performance.
• Budget & Cost Control: Maintain budgets, monitor costs, and ensure financial efficiency.
• Customer Insights: Track customer preferences and incorporate feedback to enhance the beverage offerings.
• Hygiene & Cleanliness: Ensure the bar complies with health and safety regulations, maintaining cleanliness and high hygiene standards.
• Documentation: Maintain updated drink recipes and operational records.
• Special Events: Oversee planning and execution of events, ensuring seamless coordination and success.
• Procurement: Select and purchase supplies, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Staff Management: Hire, train, and mentor team members, promoting career growth and providing disciplinary action when necessary.

What Are We Looking For?

• Education: Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: At least 2 years in a similar role within the F&B industry.
• Product Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of bar products, raw ingredients, and the ability to maintain consistency in taste and quality across beverages.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptability: Ability to quickly integrate into a new work environment and adapt to fast-paced operations.
• Teamwork & Leadership: Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and lead by example.
• Hygiene Standards: In-depth understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Motivation & Drive: Self-motivated with the ability to inspire and motivate team members.
• Multitasking: Exceptional organizational skills, capable of handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously.