General Manager - Bourbon and Branch
General Manager – Bourbon and Branch
Bourbon and Branch is an authentic speakeasy located in downtown San Francisco complete with secret rooms and hidden entrances. Set in the 1920s during Prohibition, Bourbon and Branch is popular for locals and tourists who want to enjoy a cocktail made with fresh ingredients and quality spirits. 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
- Manage the team: hire, train, promote and, when necessary, discipline
- Maintain inventory controls
- Create cocktail menus under the direction of the Beverage Director
- Determine employees’ schedules and manage labor costs
- Bartend 2-3 shifts a week
- Ensure bar is well-stocked and clean
- Track customer behavior and sales
- Maintain budget and monitor beverage costs
- Oversee planning for special events
- Liaise with the events team
- Appropriately delegate tasks to staff
- Purchase liquor and other supplies
- Provide input on décor and marketing, including social media and other forms of publicity
- 2 years of Managerial experience in a bar, restaurant or equivalent
- 2 years of bartending experience (working with craft cocktails is an advantage)
- 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 depending on experience + tips
- 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.