At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic bar team and create exceptional beverage experiences.
- Company: Join Aalia, one of Sydney's top dining destinations with a vibrant hospitality culture.
- Benefits: Exciting career growth, competitive pay, and a chance to work in a celebrated venue.
- Other info: Join a fast-growing hospitality group with endless opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of a renowned restaurant and elevate your hospitality skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in restaurant bars and a passion for customer service.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Aalia is searching for the next Bar Manager to help drive the continued success of Sydney's most celebrated dining destinations. Aalia offers a dining experience unlike any other. We are seeking a true champion of hospitality to lead our bar team as Bar Manager at ESCA Group's flagship venue. This is an opportunity to play a key role in delivering exceptional guest experiences, elevating our beverage offering, and contributing to the continued success of one of Sydney's most celebrated restaurants. If you find joy in taking care of others and have a passion for all things beverage and hospitality, we'd love to hear from you.
Since opening our doors, Aalia has become synonymous with exceptional dining and service. By joining Aalia, you'll become part of ESCA Group, one of Sydney's fastest-growing hospitality groups, offering exciting opportunities for career development and growth.
What you'll do:
- Lead bar service across busy lunch/dinner and weekends; maintain spec and pace.
- Build, cost, and maintain cocktail lists and beverage offering. You will work closely with the venue's Head Sommelier.
- Train, roster, and develop the bar team; deliver sharp pre-service briefs.
- Own ordering, stocktakes, supplier relationships, and COGS reporting.
- Uphold RSA, hygiene, and a positive, professional team culture.
- Manage the daily operations ensuring that the talent is briefed on the service expectations.
- Empower the team to provide excellent customer service and act as the guest service role model for the bar.
What you'll bring:
- Essential: Proven experience working in a restaurant bar (not just pubs/clubs).
- Preferred: Experience in hatted or award recognised venues.
- Operational discipline (costing, stock control, GP) with a creative mindset.
- Calm leadership, clear communication, and a team-first approach.
- Current NSW RSA (required).
This is a great opportunity to showcase your abilities at one of Sydney's best Restaurants, with a rapidly expanding hospitality group.
Bar Manager in Sydney employer: ESCA Group
Aalia is not just a workplace; it's a vibrant hub for passionate hospitality professionals. As part of ESCA Group, you'll enjoy a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development, alongside competitive benefits. Located in the heart of Sydney, this role offers you the chance to lead a talented bar team in one of the city's most celebrated dining destinations, where your creativity and leadership will shine.
