Bar Manager - Te Awamutu
The newly opened Clements Hotel has been renovated into a 5-star boutique hotel featuring 29 guest rooms and complemented by extensive F&B operations.
Steeped in history, this property is iconic and promises to become a popular weekend dining destination with locals; the plush basement bar will have a prohibition era vibe with an extensive cocktail list and the restaurant serves contemporary cuisine, inspired by the local Cambridge food scene, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.Original features within the hotel include a magnificent sweeping staircase, stunning stained-glass windows, parquet flooring, high ceilings, and luxurious furnishings creating a refined and relaxed atmosphere.
As the Bar Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing our soon-to-open basement speakeasy bar. 1866 Speakeasy Bar located in the original 150 year old basement of The Clements Hotel, is being converted to an authentic underground cocktail bar.Inspired by the speakeasy bars of Chicago, it will be noted for its stage, live music, craft cocktails and an imaginative beverage program that is the star of the show.
It will be essential that you create a memorable beverage experience for our guests by maintaining high standards of service, quality that Capstone Hotels are known for. This is a full-time permanent position.
Responsibilities- Oversee and ensure the smooth running of the 1866 Speakeasy Bar.
- Lead and motivate a diverse bar team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and encouraging personal growth and development.
- Collaborate with our Restaurant Manager to develop and update innovative and seasonal cocktail and beverage lists that cater to diverse guest preferences.
- Manage beverage inventory, order supplies, and control costs to optimize profitability.
- Maximise yield and revenue through innovative sales practices.
- Ensure effective and timely communication between Bar, Restaurant and Kitchen departments.
- Excellent, high quality customer service, ensuring positive guest experiences.
- Handling complaints and overseeing the service recovery procedures for the bar.
- To hold regular briefings and meetings with the team.
- Understanding of current Health & Safety obligations, ensuring the Hotel is fully compliant to the SOP's, Policies, procedures and service standards.
- Follow and implement the supply of Alcohol Act.
- Extensive knowledge of cocktail and beverage operations.
- Previous experience in a similar role.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Solid understanding of industry trends, customer preferences, and competitive market dynamics.
- Current Manager's Certificate
Applicant must have a valid visa or be a NZ citizen , we are unable to sponsor for this role, or transfer Accredited Visa holders.
If you are an ambitious and creative professional with a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences, we want to hear from you! Please send your CV through to gm@clements.co.nz