Bar Manager - Sports & Social Washington DC

Silver Spring, MD, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $90,000.00 - $100,000.00

Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Personal time off

Vacation Time

401(k) plan with employer match

Job Description

Sports & Social is a premier sports bar and social venue located in Washington, DC, dedicated to delivering the ultimate fan experience. Featuring a massive media wall along with over 20 high-definition televisions, it is a hotspot for sports enthusiasts who want to catch every thrilling moment of their favorite games in a lively and energetic environment. The establishment boasts big eats, an extensive beer selection, live music, a lounge area, a crush bar, and a variety of games, all designed to create a unique and engaging atmosphere that keeps patrons coming back. As a social hub, Sports & Social blends the excitement of live sports with excellent food and beverage offerings and entertainment, making it an unforgettable destination for sports fans in the city.

The Manager role at Sports & Social is a dynamic position requiring a proactive and experienced leader to oversee day-to-day restaurant operations while maintaining exceptional service standards. This company is looking for someone who can ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations, manage food and beverage outlets, supervise staff, and enhance the guest experience. The manager will be responsible for planning and organizing work schedules, communicating company policies, enforcing standards, and taking corrective action when necessary. This role demands involvement in staffing decisions, including recruitment, training, disciplinary actions, and employee motivation. The manager will also play a crucial part in maintaining inventory control, securing restaurant assets, minimizing waste, managing budgets, and maximizing profitability.

Additionally, the manager will work closely with brand leadership to develop marketing strategies, promote special menu items, and drive sales growth. Maintaining the operational condition of restaurant equipment, ensuring cleanliness and readiness of the venue, and possibly coordinating special events are important parts of the job. This leadership role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, an ability to handle guest complaints effectively, and a focus on guest satisfaction and employee safety. The position requires working evenings, weekends, and holidays and involves physical activities such as lifting up to 75 pounds and moving throughout the establishment efficiently.

Compensation for this managerial position ranges from $90,000 to $100,000 annually. Eligible employees can benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, personal and vacation time, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match. Sports & Social is an equal opportunity employer and commits to compliance with federal employment laws, ensuring candidates are informed of their rights. This role is ideal for driven hospitality professionals looking to lead a vibrant operation dedicated to sports fans and social engagement, offering both career growth and a dynamic working environment.

Job Requirements

Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with others
demonstrated ability to interact with guests, employees and third parties that reflects highly on the facility, the brand and the company
Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when completing paperwork and management reports, ordering and receiving inventory, and giving and receiving instructions
Mathematical skills, including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages, and variances are utilized frequently
Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities are used often
Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency
May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays
Moving about the restaurant in a safe and secure manner
Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 75 pounds
Moving about the outlet(s) safely and efficiently
Handling food, objects, products and utensils
Bending, stooping, and kneeling
May be required to work nights, weekend and/or holidays

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 1-2 years restaurant management experience in a full service restaurant/nightclub or similar setting
Hospitality Management Degree or some college preferred
Must speak fluent English, other languages preferred
Exceptional time management and organization skills
Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays

Job Duties

Ensure compliance with standards of service and operating procedures
Adhere to federal, state and local regulations concerning health safety or other compliance requirements
Supervise day-to-day activities of one or more food and/or beverage outlets or assigned portion of the operation
Plan and organize work
Communicate and enforce policies and procedures
Recommend and/or initiate salary, disciplinary, or other staffing-related actions in accordance with company rules and policies
Alert management of potentially serious issues
Ensure all staff is properly trained and certified and have the tools and equipment needed to effectively carry out their job functions
Ensure guests are greeted upon arrival
Respond appropriately to guest complaints
Establish and implement appropriate service recovery guidelines in order to ensure total guest satisfaction
Assist with creating innovative programs and promotions to market special menu items, increase sales, and increase guest patronage
Assist in the development and implementation of new menus and local food and beverage marketing programs, and participate in and maintain system-wide food and beverage marketing programs
Assist in monitoring performance of the restaurant through analysis of guest feedback and financial results
Initiate corrective action as needed
Maintain procedures to (1) ensure the security and proper storage of restaurant inventory, and equipment, (2) ensure the security of monies, credit and financial transactions, (3) replenish supplies, inventory, uniforms, etc. in a timely and efficient manner, and (4) to minimize waste and control costs
Participate in taking inventories
Achieve budgeted revenues, control expenses and labor costs, and maximize profitability within all areas of the food and beverage outlet(s). Assist in preparation of the annual operating budget which supports the overall objectives of the food and beverage outlet(s)
Ensure that all restaurant equipment (coffee and soda machines, registers, etc.) are in proper operational condition and cleaned on a regular basis
Ensure that all restaurant facilities are cleaned, vacuumed, and properly stocked according to anticipated business volumes
May coordinate special events scheduled for the venue
Attend bi-weekly call with Brand leadership to discuss marketing strategies
Recruit, interview and hire supervisory and hourly team members
supervise and motivate
take disciplinary action and recommend terminating hourly team members when necessary
Train employees, as assigned, in an ongoing basis
Lead by example to other team members and mentor new staff
Ensure a safe working environment to reduce the risk of injury and accidents
Control and/or assist with the control of BOH food costs through appropriate ordering, maintaining weekly inventory, reviewing financial reports and taking appropriate actions