General Manager/Bar Manager - Tupper and Reed - Berkeley - Future Bars Group

Tupper & Reed  – General Manager

Tupper & Reed is a craft cocktail and live music haven nestled in the heart of downtown Berkeley. The gothic-inspired former music store is home to innovative cocktails, an extensive spirits library, and exceptional staff well versed in classic and contemporary libations. We are looking for people who have experience in a bar or restaurant location and those who are interested in managing a team. Working evenings and weekends is required, the standard work week is Tuesday through Saturday.

The General Manager is ultimately responsible for all bar operations. You should be able to work independently, effectively communicate managerial objectives, effectively complete detail-oriented administrative tasks, and manage a team in a fair manner. Success in this position requires speedy completion of administrative duties and strong attention to detail.

The General Manager will report directly to the Operations Director.


Responsibilities

• Oversee all bar operations within the bar
• Maintain inventory controls and purchase approved products weekly
• Determine employees’ schedules and manage labor costs
• Create cocktail menus under the direction of the Beverage Director
• Ensure bar is well-stocked and clean
• Work with facilities team to ensure that the bar stays in good operating order
• Track customer behavior and sales
• Liaise with and respond to the events team for events booked within the bar
• Direct operations within the bar for special events as set forth by contracts signed by the events team
• Appropriately delegate tasks to staff
• Manage a team of bartenders and barbacks in a fair and productive manner
• Hire, train, promote, and, when necessary, discipline staff
• Liaise with marketing team on campaigns, social media, branding, publicity

• Record of critical thinking skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail and good organizational skills
• Customer service focus
• Knowledge of food, beverage, and hospitality industries
• Calm under pressure
• Comfortable with hospitality and sales technology platforms
• Familiarity with Craftable, Yelp Restaurant Manager, and Square for Restaurants is nice but not required
• Degree in business, management, hospitality, or equivalent is a plus

• Compensation $24-$30/hr tips depending on experience
• Company-sponsored medical/dental/vision benefits
• Commuter check tax benefits
• Matching 401(k) after the first year

Resumes without a cover letter stating why you’re interested and why you might be a good member of our team will not be considered.
Future Bars Group is an at-will, equal opportunity employer. Future Bars Group considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, HIV/AIDS status, weight, height, marital status, or any other legally protected status under local, state, or federal law.

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