Bar Manager- Braven

Company Description

Braven is far from your grandfather’s steakhouse. Inspired by Alberta’s rugged landscapes and bold, contemporary flavors, it offers elevated cuisine in a relaxed yet vibrant setting. This is a place for inventive hospitality professionals who are eager to push culinary boundaries, deliver authentic, memorable guest experiences, and be part of a team that blends craftsmanship with creativity.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Shared gratuities
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal day
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, including enhanced mental health coverage
• Dining allowance/ Clothing allowance
• Discounted gym membership
• Access to our employee assistance program 
• Group life and disability insurance 
• 50% dining discount at all O&B restaurants for you and up to three guests
• RRSP matching
• Employee referral program
• Professional development fund
• Join one of Canada’s leading hospitality companies, where a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities await!

Job Description

The Bar Manager will oversee the bar program by creating and maintaining bar standards while driving sales through creative and innovative promotions and building relationships with suppliers and vendors. In addition, the Bar Manager is accountable for the day to day operations of the restaurant bar including staffing, cost controls, staff training, budgeting, administration and active floor management during service.

The Day to Day

• Manage the overall bar and beverage program for the restaurant including cocktails, beers, garnishing and non-alcoholic beverages
• Create and maintain service and operational standards for the bar, making use of best practices and efficiencies where possible
• Lead the creation and maintenance of cocktail lists including new and innovative products and combinations while keeping in mind costing and speed requirements
• Liaison and build relationships with beverage related suppliers to source new products, new promotions and improved pricing
• Communicate the vision to all team members and leads by example. Reinforce the O&B values daily and inspires the team with his/her exciting vision for the future
• Build and maintain relationships with guests, team members and senior management alike
• Demonstrate high personal integrity, business ethics and takes every opportunity to promote the venue
• Use conflict resolution and problem solving skills
• Strive for maximum efficiency and continual improvement of staff productivity
• Additional duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ equivalent experience in a Supervisory capacity
• Proven ability to create, cost, and maintain a thriving cocktail program
• WSET Intermediate Wine Certificate or comparable an asset
• Experience working in both a fine dining and casual restaurant bar environment is  preferred
• Extensive beverage knowledge including traditional cocktails and new, on-trend beverages
• Must possess superior verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate extreme organization in a fast paced environment while acting as a team player
• Strong business acumen

Additional Information

** We thank all applicants for their interest in Oliver & Bonacini Restaurants; however, only suitable candidates will be contacted to continue the application process. **

AI Disclosure
To ensure a fair and efficient recruitment process, some aspects of candidate screening may be conducted using AI software. All assessments and outcomes are reviewed by our hiring team to provide thoughtful, personalized consideration. We are committed to transparency and respect, ensuring a welcoming experience for every candidate.

Accessibility & Accommodation
Oliver & Bonacini is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require accommodation or support during any stage of the hiring process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure your needs are met in a respectful and timely manner.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We value and embrace diversity in all forms and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Our recruitment practices are designed to ensure fairness, equity, and opportunity for every candidate.