Bar Manager

The Salt Line Bethesda is the latest addition to the acclaimed Long Shot Hospitality family, a DC-based restaurant group celebrated for crafting community-driven dining experiences that combine exceptional food, warm hospitality, and creative beverage programs. Established in July 2023, The Salt Line Bethesda has quickly become a beloved neighborhood destination in Maryland. It is renowned for its lively raw bar and a unique New England-meets-Chesapeake approach to seafood, offering fresh, seasonal seafood selections that highlight regional flavors complemented by a carefully balanced cocktail and beverage menu.

Long Shot Hospitality, recognized as the 2024 RAMMY Award winners for Restaurateurs of the Year, prides itself on fostering collaborative and supportive teams across its establishments. Their mission is to provide an inviting, team-oriented environment that nurtures growth for employees while delivering memorable guest experiences. The Salt Line in Bethesda symbolizes these values through its commitment to high standards of food quality, warm energy, and exceptional service consistently recognized by both critics and local patrons.

The Bar Manager role at The Salt Line Bethesda is a dynamic leadership position ideal for experienced hospitality professionals passionate about craft cocktails, beverage operations, and guest hospitality. The role demands a bar manager who thrives in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, possesses excellent organizational and communication skills, and can motivate and coach a team effectively. The candidate will oversee bar operations, ensuring the delivery of memorable guest experiences through exceptional beverage service and quality.

The Bar Manager will be responsible for leading the bartending team, managing inventory, maintaining high standards of customer service, and contributing to the continued success and reputation of The Salt Line Bethesda. Collaborating closely with the culinary and service teams, the manager will also play a key role in the restaurant’s beverage program, promoting innovative and creative cocktail offerings that align with seasonal ingredients and guest preferences.

This position offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience and benefits that support a balanced work-life schedule, emphasizing consistent five-day work weeks and quality-of-life scheduling practices. Moreover, The Salt Line Bethesda offers two weeks of paid time off plus five sick days, a company healthcare plan, a 50% company-wide dining discount, parking benefits, daily shift meals, and opportunities for leadership development and career advancement within the expanding Long Shot Hospitality organization.

For hospitality professionals eager to grow within a vibrant and award-winning restaurant group, this opportunity at The Salt Line Bethesda represents an exciting career step. Candidates who are enthusiastic about seafood, spirits, and creating genuine guest connections while working in a supportive and team-oriented atmosphere are encouraged to apply. Join a team dedicated to excellence, creativity, and community engagement in Maryland’s thriving dining scene.