Bar manager

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Costaterra Golf & Ocean Club is part of DLC – Discovery Land Company (DLC). DLC is known for developing luxury residential communities and resorts.
Costaterra is a private members only residential community in Comporta – Portugal. It combines luxury living with top-tier hospitality, offering incredible dining, a world-class golf course, spa services, outdoor pursuits, and immersive local experiences.
A Bar Manager supervises all aspects of a bar's operations, ensuring profitability, high member satisfaction, and regulatory compliance. This role blends administrative, leadership, and hands-on operational responsibilities, requiring a versatile individual who can manage staff, inventory, and member relations in a fast-paced setting.

What you will do?

• Staff Management:
  • Recruiting, hiring, training, and motivating bartenders, servers, and other bar staff.
  • Creating and managing employee schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours.
  • Leading by example and fostering a positive and safe work environment.
  • Addressing performance issues, resolving conflicts, and, when necessary, disciplining or terminating staff.
• Operations and Customer Service:
  • Overseeing daily bar operations, including opening and closing procedures.
  • Ensuring high-quality beverages and service are consistently provided to customers.
  • Handling customer complaints and resolving issues to ensure a positive guest experience.
  • Maintaining the bar's atmosphere and appearance, from music and lighting to cleanliness and organization.
• Financial and Inventory Management:
  • Managing inventory levels, placing orders, and negotiating with suppliers to ensure adequate stock.
  • Tracking daily sales, monitoring costs, and managing the budget to ensure profitability.
  • Handling cash management and daily financial reconciliation.
  • Implementing strategies, such as promotional events or new menu items, to drive sales.
• Compliance and Safety:
  • Ensuring compliance with local and state liquor laws, health, and safety regulations.
  • Maintaining all necessary licenses and certifications.
  • Managing security situations and, if necessary, ejecting unruly patrons to create a safe environment. 

What are we looking for?

• Progressive Experience: Experience of at least 5 years.Started as a Bartender or Waiter, progressing to supervisory or shift management roles, before taking on complete management.
• Operational Management: Experience of at least two years. In-depth knowledge of stock, inventory, ordering, and supplier management.
• Team Leadership: Experience of at least two years. Ability to motivate, train, and manage a bar team, delegating tasks and resolving conflicts.
• Financial Skills: Cash control, sales analysis, and profitability.
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities under pressure.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of mixology, wines, spirits, and current beverage trends.
• Financial skills, including budgeting and inventory management.
• Proficiency with Point-of-Sale (POS) systems and inventory software.
• Relevant experience in the hospitality industry, often with previous supervisory or bartending roles. 

What do we offer?

Work-Family Culture, Global Career Opportunities, Competitive Salarys, Development Programs, Medical Insurance, Meal Allowance, Staff Restaurant, Staff Events and Staff accommodation if you are not local.

If you have what it takes and want to build a career , this is the place for you!

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