Bar Manager - Montage Hotels & Resorts and Pendry Hotel

Live Your Passion.  Add Your Magic.             

At Pendry Newport Beach, It’s All Because of YOU! 

Bar Manager

Imagine turning your passion and talent into a fulfilling career. Imagine a beautiful workplace where you can learn, grow, and have fun. At Montage, we know our success is all because of you. Here, you’re not just an associate but a passionate creator of authentic, personalized experiences. You’ll feel empowered to think creatively, discover career growth opportunities, and have fun while crafting lasting, cherished moments for our guests. Working at Pendry is more than a job; it’s a way of life. Don’t just imagine the possibility—join us. 

Your Leadership  

• Ability to establish and oversee alcoholic beverage training for front-of-house Food & Beverage staff, including general knowledge, list-specific knowledge, and responsible Beverage Service techniques
• Establish and maintain relationships with key vendors to ensure access to premier products and exclusive opportunities
• Partner with Department heads to create cocktail programs
• Assist as manager in restaurant outlets as needed
• Collaborate with the Director of Food & Beverage to design appropriate pricing strategies
• Review inventory including invoice accuracy, pricing structures, POS (Point of Service) programming, cost controls par levels maintained, appropriate ordering of quantities and the beverage physical inventory process
• Provide direct service to guests as needed, including, but not limited to, serving tables, bussing tables, seating guests, bartending when needed
• Ensure the department abides by all safety and sanitation policies 
• Create and maintain staffing schedules, ensuring appropriate coverage
• Implement cost control measures and revenue enhancement strategies to maximize profitability while maintaining service quality
• Maintain high standards of service excellence, food quality, and presentation, ensuring consistency and adherence to brand standards
• Deliver on guests’ expectations and have the desire to create WOW moments 
• Perform additional duties as assigned that may be outside the scope of duties, based on business needs   

About You  

• You are passionate about Beverage operations 
• You are exceptional in leading a team 
• You are passionate about providing exceptional service and creating memorable moments 
• You are open to learning, developing, and growing both yourself, personally, and helping others do the same 
• You are trustworthy and have integrity 

Must Haves  

• Previous Beverage supervisory or management experience a plus
• Extensive wine and spirit knowledge
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Microsoft Office products; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook 
• Embrace Technology – continually learn, adapt and master to new operating system
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays 
• Luxury hotel experience, a plus 

You will Enjoy  

• DTO (Discretionary Time Off) 
• Healthcare benefits 
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts 
• 401 [k] retirement plan with company matching, fully vested, and loan option 
• Banking and Investing Program offers preferred rewards, mortgage discount, and waived fees 
• Fertility & Family Forming Assistance 
• Parental leave pay differential 
• Pet Insurance 
• Hotel discounts 
• Free meals  
• Fitness & wellness discounts 
• LinkedIn Learning membership 
• Hearts of Pendry community engagement 
• Associate’s events throughout the year 

Physical Requirements  

• Grasping, holding, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending over 
• Ability to stand and exercise mobility for extended periods of time during your scheduled shift 
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds regularly and for extended periods during the shift 
• Ability to push and pull carts weighing up to 200 pounds on a semi - regular basis 

At Montage, we want every guest and every associate to feel that they belong. To be seen, to be recognized, and to feel our gratitude. In the United States, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer – veterans/disability. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Job applicants with disabilities who need assistance or an accommodation in order to apply for a position (or their representative) should contact the People department directly at your preferred location. 

The pay scale* for Lounge Manager is $80,000-$90,000.

*The pay scale is the base salary or hourly wage range, exclusive of incentive pay such as commissions, piece rates, gratuities, and the like, that Montage reasonably expects to pay for the position.
 

In the United States we are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.