Restaurant And Bar Manager

A well-regarded restaurant in Minneapolis is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead and elevate its beverage program. This role is ideal for a creative and operationally minded beverage professional who can design a sophisticated cocktail program while maintaining strong operational discipline in the restaurant and behind the bar.

The Beverage Manager will be responsible for building a beverage program rooted in classic cocktail foundations while introducing thoughtful seasonal offerings and modern interpretations. This individual will play a key role in shaping the guest experience through well-crafted drinks, team development, and collaborative leadership within the restaurant.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a refined beverage program aligned with the restaurant’s aesthetic and culinary identity
• Design and rotate seasonal cocktail menus while maintaining a core list of classic and modern classic cocktails
• Manage inventory control, ordering, and vendor relationships for spirits, beer, and wine
• Assist in maintaining and evolving the restaurant’s wine list in partnership with leadership
• Lead training and education for service staff on cocktail knowledge, spirits, wine, and responsible service standards
• Collaborate with beverage vendors and brand partners to support training, tastings, and product knowledge
• Create and manage weekly staff schedules for the bar team
• Maintain beverage cost controls and ensure operational efficiency behind the bar
• Serve as a hands-on leader during service, supporting the team and maintaining high service standards
• Assist in leading the operation in the absence of the General Manager when necessary

Qualifications

• Experience managing a craft cocktail or beverage program in a high-quality restaurant or bar environment
• Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, modern classics, and seasonal beverage development
• Understanding of inventory management, beverage cost controls, and ordering systems
• Familiarity with wine programs and basic wine list management
• Passion for mentoring and educating service staff
• Collaborative leadership style with the ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds
• Friendly, outgoing personality with strong communication skills
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
• Comfortable in a hands-on operational role during service
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

What the Role Offers

This position offers the opportunity to shape and lead a thoughtful beverage program within a respected Minneapolis restaurant environment. The right candidate will have the creative freedom to develop seasonal offerings, work closely with culinary leadership, and mentor a team while contributing to the overall success of the operation.