Assistant Bar Manager at San Pedro Square Market Bars San Jose, CA

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $25.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
flexible spending accounts
health savings accounts
401k Retirement Plan
Travel discount
dining discount
Employee recognition awards

Job Description

San Pedro Square Market Bars, situated in the vibrant heart of downtown San Jose, California, is a flagship hospitality destination renowned for its rich blend of retail shops, eateries, and bars. Managed by Palisades Hospitality Group, a prestigious Northern California-based bespoke hospitality management company, these bars include four unique concepts: Market Bar, Market Beer Co., Three Sisters, and Alma Tequileria. The market itself is a lively public space featuring the historic Peralta Adobe open-air plaza, a sidewalk cafe, and three interior spaces, making it the ultimate meet-up spot for locals and tourists alike. This dynamic environment offers an exciting and challenging opportunity within the hospitality industry for those passionate about delivering exceptional service and advancing their careers.

The role of Assistant Bar Manager at San Pedro Square Market Bars is tailored for motivated, ambitious individuals eager to step into management roles and eager to contribute to a thriving hospitality environment. This position provides a unique opportunity to work closely with the General Manager to ensure seamless daily operations and uphold exceptional customer service standards. Responsible for overseeing a dedicated team of bartenders, cocktail servers, and buspersons, the Assistant Bar Manager plays a central role in guiding and supporting staff to deliver top-notch table service consistent with the company’s service standards. This position is not just about maintaining operations but also about fostering an environment of growth, teamwork, and excellence. From managing staffing schedules aligned with business needs to maintaining bar areas and equipment, to enforcing company policies and procedures, this role demands high levels of leadership, responsibility, and attention to detail.

As an Assistant Bar Manager, you will be at the forefront of improving guest and employee satisfaction, identifying training needs, and contributing to staff development initiatives that ensure continued professional growth. Your leadership will be instrumental in building a cohesive and motivated team, capable of handling the energetic pace and occasional challenges inherent in a bustling hospitality setting. The role offers a competitive wage, and the organization values dedication, progress, and empowerment, encouraging employees to thrive and grow within their careers. Joining San Pedro Square Market Bars means becoming part of a community committed to excellence, innovation, and creating memorable experiences for every guest who walks through its doors. If you are an enthusiastic leader with excellent communication skills, integrity, and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure, this role offers a promising pathway to management within a respected hospitality group that values its people and their contributions.

Job Requirements

  • high school diploma or equivalent
  • prior experience in hospitality or related field preferred
  • excellent communication skills
  • ability to remain calm under pressure
  • basic computer skills
  • availability to work flexible hours including nights weekends and holidays
  • legal authorization to work in the united states

Job Qualifications

  • strong leadership and communication skills
  • ability to make sound decisions under pressure
  • excellent interpersonal skills
  • basic computer literacy
  • prior experience in bar or restaurant environment preferred but not mandatory
  • willingness to learn and adapt quickly
  • high level of integrity and professionalism

Job Duties

  • supervise and support bartenders cocktail servers and buspersons in delivering excellent table service
  • maintain bar area and equipment cleanliness and functionality
  • enforce company standards procedures and policies
  • schedule and staff shifts to meet business demands
  • identify and address staff training and development needs
  • motivate and maintain a cohesive team environment to ensure high employee satisfaction
  • assist in day to day bar operations and guest experience management

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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