Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $70,000.00 - $75,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Competitive pay and bonus potential
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid parental leave
401(k) plan matching
Life insurance
Employee assistance program
dining discount
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Opportunities for learning and mentorship
Job Description
Porchlight is a distinctive New York bar that brings a unique Southern charm to the bustling city landscape. Combining the soulful hospitality, vibrant drink programs, and flavorful food traditions of the ever-evolving Southern United States with the dynamic energy and innovation of New York City, Porchlight offers a memorable experience that celebrates its roots while embracing its urban home. The bar reflects inspirations from Southern cities such as Charleston, New Orleans, and Memphis but proudly calls New York its permanent residence, even during challenges like subway interruptions. This blend of regional influences makes Porchlight a standout destination for locals and visitors craving authentic Southern hospitality and creative beverages in a cosmopolitan setting.
The Bar Manager at Porchlight plays a pivotal role in maintaining the high standards of its beverage operations and guest experience. This full-time position is responsible for overseeing all facets of the bar, including service quality, beverage menu development, team staffing and training, bar maintenance, and administrative duties like inventory management, recipe costing, and employee scheduling. The role requires a leader capable of inspiring and directing the bar and service teams to create exceptional, welcoming moments for guests while achieving financial performance goals.
Key responsibilities include delivering an enduring culture of Enlightened Hospitality, actively participating in service cycles, and ensuring that the cocktail, liquor, beer, and non-alcoholic beverage programs are engaging, brand-consistent, and value-driven. The Bar Manager must also control beverage expenses within budget, grow the bar’s sales and profitability, implement efficient operational systems, upkeep inventory accuracy, and maintain compliance with health and safety standards. They provide ongoing education and training to ensure the team has thorough knowledge and skills related to all beverage offerings, while fostering positive communication and relationships across the entire hospitality team.
At Porchlight, the Bar Manager benefits from working in a company that values people as its greatest ingredient. The role includes competitive compensation, with a salary range of $70,000 to $75,000 annually plus performance-based bonuses. Comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, parental leave, 401(k) matching, life insurance, and wellness programs underscore the company’s commitment to employee wellbeing. Additional perks include dining credits, flexible commuter benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and community engagement. The company embraces a culture defined by six core behaviors that emphasize teamwork, excellence, generosity, resilience, and continual improvement, ensuring both staff and guests enjoy a supportive and inspiring environment.
Joining Porchlight as a Bar Manager is an exciting opportunity to blend Southern tradition with New York innovation, manage a thriving bar program, and grow within a respected hospitality group that champions Enlightened Hospitality in every aspect of its work.
The Bar Manager at Porchlight plays a pivotal role in maintaining the high standards of its beverage operations and guest experience. This full-time position is responsible for overseeing all facets of the bar, including service quality, beverage menu development, team staffing and training, bar maintenance, and administrative duties like inventory management, recipe costing, and employee scheduling. The role requires a leader capable of inspiring and directing the bar and service teams to create exceptional, welcoming moments for guests while achieving financial performance goals.
Key responsibilities include delivering an enduring culture of Enlightened Hospitality, actively participating in service cycles, and ensuring that the cocktail, liquor, beer, and non-alcoholic beverage programs are engaging, brand-consistent, and value-driven. The Bar Manager must also control beverage expenses within budget, grow the bar’s sales and profitability, implement efficient operational systems, upkeep inventory accuracy, and maintain compliance with health and safety standards. They provide ongoing education and training to ensure the team has thorough knowledge and skills related to all beverage offerings, while fostering positive communication and relationships across the entire hospitality team.
At Porchlight, the Bar Manager benefits from working in a company that values people as its greatest ingredient. The role includes competitive compensation, with a salary range of $70,000 to $75,000 annually plus performance-based bonuses. Comprehensive health coverage, paid time off, parental leave, 401(k) matching, life insurance, and wellness programs underscore the company’s commitment to employee wellbeing. Additional perks include dining credits, flexible commuter benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and community engagement. The company embraces a culture defined by six core behaviors that emphasize teamwork, excellence, generosity, resilience, and continual improvement, ensuring both staff and guests enjoy a supportive and inspiring environment.
Joining Porchlight as a Bar Manager is an exciting opportunity to blend Southern tradition with New York innovation, manage a thriving bar program, and grow within a respected hospitality group that champions Enlightened Hospitality in every aspect of its work.
Job Requirements
- Three plus years experience behind the bar in a similar environment
- Management experience strongly preferred
- Excellent food and beverage knowledge
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Understanding of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Preferred bachelor’s degree or certification in hospitality-related field or equivalent expertise gained from time on the job
- English fluency required, Spanish preferred
Job Qualifications
- Three plus years experience behind the bar in a similar environment
- Management experience strongly preferred
- Excellent food and beverage knowledge
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Understanding of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Preferred bachelor’s degree or certification in hospitality-related field or equivalent expertise gained from time on the job
- English fluency required, Spanish preferred
Job Duties
- Consistently deliver a culture of enlightened hospitality to guests and team members
- Actively participate in the cycle of service as a manager on the restaurant floor, providing support to all service staff as needed
- Maintain a compelling and brand-aligned cocktail, liquor, beer, and non-alcoholic program that drives both value and engagement with guests
- Ensure all beverage-related expenses are performing at or below budget
- Grow and maintain a thriving bar business and beverage program that meets and exceeds sales targets
- Ensure proper systems and procedures are in place and consistently enforced to increase efficiency, productivity, and profitability of the bar program
- Perform monthly inventory of all beverage products on site, ensuring accurate accounting of all products used
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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