Bar Manager/Mixologist
About Us
Welcome to The Breeze, a premier waterfront destination in Sechelt, B.C. Our brand-new venue offers a unique blend of experiences, featuring a restaurant, event space, marina, and guest suites. We are positioned to serve as a top-tier destination for tourists seeking a relaxing coastal getaway and as a versatile hub for the community. The property provides an exceptional setting for a variety of events, including weddings, musical performances, and public art installations. Guests can expect to enjoy contemporary accommodations, exceptional dining, and stunning waterfront views.
Join Our Team
If you're passionate about hospitality and ready to join a team that values creativity, collaboration, and service excellence, this role may be for you. We're looking for enthusiastic team players who embrace challenges and are committed to creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. If you’re ready to showcase your talents and thrive in a dynamic, ever-evolving environment, we can't wait to hear from you!
What We’re Looking For
The Bar Manager/Mixologist at The Breeze is part of a dynamic management team that has a foundation of inspirational leadership and passion for excellence. Driving the business forward while overseeing a wide range of activities from day to day operations, staff training and guest engagement, the Bar Manager is ultimately responsible for leading the restaurants daily success while upholding The Breeze’s brand image and values.
The Bar Manager/Mixologist is designed to support the General Manager with day-to-day restaurant management while ensuring bar operations and beverage offerings are maintained to exceptional standards. The Bar Manager/Mixologist is also responsible for the smooth execution and organization of the bar during service periods, as well as maintaining and improving financial responsibilities such as labour and beverage-related costs.
This role will also take a creative lead in the development of The Breeze specialty cocktails and other beverages, including recipe costing, training materials, and the procurement of products and bar supplies.
Competencies
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Passion for Guest Experience: provides engaging guest service and builds relationships with guests to set the standard for employees
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Time Management: effectively manages time to achieve business goals while satisfying the guest service needs
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Communication: provides clear, transparent and timely communication to guests and employees; actively listens and open to receiving feedback
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Problem-solving: responsive, calm, creative, and flexible to ensure operations continue to run smoothly in the face of the unexpected
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Proactive Planning: manage and maintain appropriate inventory levels for food, beverage, and operational supplies
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Business Awareness: understands inventory management and how to impact beverage cost
Duties and Responsibilities
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Assist the General Manager in day-to-day operations
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Inspire staff to provide exceptional service, meeting guests' needs by customizing their dining experience and making food and beverage suggestions based on individual preferences
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Practice and study the art of mixology, crafting new cocktails and experimenting with flavour profiles to assist with continuous improvements upon our existing offerings
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Develop fun, unique, trend-setting recipes for low-ABV and non-alcohol offerings
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Research beverage trends, develop and maintain supplier relations
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Manage the inventory of all beverage-related stock, including spirits, wine and beer
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Manage service execution for In-Room Dining orders
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Participate in enhancing social media presence and engaging with our community, promoting The Breeze brand-focused content
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Maintain an up-to-date comprehensive training guide for our beverage program
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Implement ongoing training programs that create excitement and engagement
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Quarterly Review of glassware and barware needs with the General Manager to replenish stock and/or discuss the purchase of new items
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Sales forecasting and financial analysis of operations, including weekly reviews of sales and labour, cost of goods and monthly reviews of P&L statements
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Contribute to reducing costs and improving financial performance while also considering any impact on guest experience and staff retention
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Show a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail to manage a successful shift while also focusing on financial targets such as sales and labour
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Support hotel operations by assisting staff and guests in areas as required; such as guest services, housekeeping and maintenance
Skills - Experience - Education
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Minimum of 3-years’ experience in a full-service restaurant environment
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Minimum of 2-years related bartending experience
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Minimum 1-year experience at the supervisor or management level
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Experience in a new restaurant opening considered an asset
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Experience working in hotel, B&B or other style of guest accommodations considered an asset
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Must be able to carry and lift items weighing up to 40lbs., must be able to stoop and bend
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Must be able to stand and move for extended periods of time to continuously perform essential job functions
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Proficient computer skills including but not limited to: POS, inventory software, excel and word
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Serve It Right and W.H.M.I.S. Certified
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Salary on experience
Additional pay: Annual/Quarterly Bonus
Benefits: Dental care, extended health care
Flexible language requirement: French not required
Schedule: Ability to work flexible hours, including mornings, days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays based on business needs
