Restaurant Bar Manager

Ian's Pizza Verona is an exciting new branch of the beloved Ian's Pizza brand, set to open its doors in the summer of 2026 in Verona. Ian's Pizza has built a strong reputation for delivering delicious, high-quality pizza and a vibrant customer experience that keeps patrons coming back time and again. Known for its unique, casual dining vibe with a focus on excellent service and community engagement, Ian's Pizza combines the warmth of a neighborhood pizzeria with the energetic atmosphere of a bustling bar and restaurant. This establishment prides itself on an inclusive culture that values dependability, awareness, connection, generosity, and effort, ensuring that every staff member and guest feels valued and welcomed.

The Bar Manager role at Ian's Pizza Verona is not your typical bar management position. It offers an exciting opportunity to engage deeply with restaurant operations while maintaining the lively 'Ian's Vibe' that defines the brand. As a Bar Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the bar team, ensuring excellent service flow, and infusing energy into every shift. Your leadership will be crucial in training and developing staff, helping them grow their skills and confidence. You will collaborate closely with the General Manager and Assistant General Manager to equip your crew with the tools and support necessary for success. This role also involves a hands-on approach, including pouring drinks, serving customers, and participating actively in daily operations.

Financially, this position offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $21.50 to $26.50, with the potential to earn more through tips and overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 per week. This ensures a rewarding compensation package that reflects your dedication and hard work. Beyond salary, Ian's Pizza provides excellent benefits, including premium and affordable health and dental insurance, IRA retirement plans with up to 3% matching, profit-sharing, and flexible scheduling. The company fosters a healthy work-life balance with paid time off accruing from day one, ensuring you can maintain your well-being while advancing your career.

The Bar Manager will also manage behind-the-scenes responsibilities such as product ordering, maintenance, and overseeing bar inventory. A basic knowledge of craft beers and liquor is necessary, with a bonus for those who can craft original cocktails. This role demands operational flexibility, requiring cross-training in multiple areas of the restaurant, including front of house, kitchen, and shift leading functions. The position involves working varied shifts, primarily during high-energy lunch and dinner service hours, with a schedule that supports planning and personal life. Ian's Pizza Verona is not only looking for a skilled manager but also a motivated individual passionate about growing within the company and possibly owning and operating their own restaurant in the future.

Joining Ian's Pizza Verona means becoming part of a vibrant, inclusive, and supportive team where you can be yourself, develop professionally, and enjoy great pizza as part of your daily experience. The company encourages a culture of learning and leadership development, making this position perfect for those looking to advance in restaurant management within a dynamic and fun environment.