Director, Bar

SH Hotels and Resorts

$110K — $120K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years in senior beverage or bar leadership, ideally in luxury hospitality
  • Strong knowledge of mixology, cocktails, spirits, and wine
  • Proven leadership in developing high-performing teams
  • Understanding of inventory management and revenue control
  • Creative, organized, and detail-oriented
  • Exceptional guest service and communication skills
  • Preferred beverage certification or advanced education
  • Preferred bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Business, or related field

Responsibilities

  • Lead all bar and beverage operations, including menu development and service
  • Create innovative cocktails aligned with the culinary vision
  • Train and develop the bar team, including scheduling and coaching
  • Manage inventory, purchasing, vendor relations, and beverage budgets
  • Analyze sales and devise strategies to enhance revenue
  • Collaborate with other departments to improve guest experiences
  • Maintain high standards for service, cleanliness, and compliance
  • Engage with guests to provide personalized service
  • Stay ahead of beverage trends for continuous innovation

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development in a luxury setting
  • Work in a high-energy, innovative atmosphere
  • Be part of a prestigious hospitality team
  • Contribute to creating memorable guest experiences
  • Access to exclusive industry resources and trends
Full Job Description
As part of our culinary experience, you will be consistently presented with a comprehensive range of responsibilities that keep the department well-ordered while engaging both guests and Team Members.

We are seeking a passionate, methodical, well-organized, and intricately creative Bar Director to support one of the most innovative teams in the luxury hospitality industry today.

You will thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced, and demanding environment, operating with integrity and a strong commitment to follow-up and follow-through. We value leaders who embrace challenges, pursue excellence, and have the creativity and discipline to turn exceptional ideas into memorable guest experiences.

Inside Tip:

If you are a creative mixologist who knows how to create exquisitely elegant and memorable experiences for guests; if you are methodical, proactive, intuitive, innovative, and responsible; and if you have the ability to lead a highly engaged and driven team-you may be precisely the leader we are looking for.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead all aspects of bar and beverage operations, including menu development, programming, service, and quality.
  • Create innovative cocktails and beverage experiences aligned with the property's culinary vision.
  • Lead, train, coach, schedule, and develop the bar team.
  • Manage inventory, purchasing, vendor relationships, beverage costs, and budgets.
  • Analyze sales and develop strategies to drive revenue and profitability.
  • Partner with Food & Beverage, Culinary, Venues, and other departments on programming and guest experiences.
  • Maintain exceptional standards for service, cleanliness, safety, and compliance.
  • Engage with guests and provide knowledgeable, personalized service.
  • Stay ahead of beverage trends and continuously introduce new ideas and experiences.

Qualifications
  • 3-5 years of experience in a senior beverage or bar leadership role, preferably in luxury hospitality.
  • Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, beverage trends, and mixology.
  • Proven experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
  • Strong understanding of inventory, purchasing, cost control, and revenue management.
  • Creative, organized, proactive, and highly detail-oriented.
  • Exceptional communication and guest-service skills.
  • Beverage certification or advanced beverage education is preferred.
  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Business, or a related field is preferred.


This is an opportunity for a creative leader and hospitality professional to shape an exceptional beverage program within a world-class luxury environment.

If you love a challenge, embrace innovation, and excel when the expectations are high, we'd love to meet you.

The Salary range for this position is $110K - $120K.

$110K- $120K

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at SH Hotels and Resorts

  • Director, Brand Management
    $160K *
    New York, NY 10025 (New York County)
    Hospitality & Recreation
    In-Person
  • General Manager, Alteno
    $80K — $95K *
    Austin, TX 78745 (Travis County)
    Hospitality & Recreation
    In-Person
  • Sous Chef
    $90K — $95K *
    Palo Alto, CA 94303 (Santa Clara County)
    Food & Beverages
    In-Person
  • General Manager, Tala Beach
    $80K — $95K *
    South Beach, OR 97366 (Lincoln County)
    Hospitality & Recreation
    In-Person
  • General Manager, Tala Beach
    $100K — $120K *
    Miami Beach, FL 33139 (Miami-Dade County)
    Hospitality & Recreation
    In-Person

More Hospitality & Recreation Jobs

Find similar Director, Bar jobs: