Bar Manager Job at Kirkwood, Houston, TX

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  • Kirkwood
  • Houston, TX

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Be part of something new! Mac Haik Restaurant Group is opening an upscale dining restaurant in Houston and are seeking a passionate and experienced Bar Manager to join our New Restaurant Opening (NRO) team . This is a unique opportunity to lead a bar program from the ground up—combining creativity, leadership, and operational excellence at the city’s newest dining destination, Kirkwood.

Why Join Us?

  • Lead the bar program for a New Restaurant Opening (NRO) in Houston.
  • Opportunity to create and shape the beverage identity from the start.
  • Work with a passionate leadership team in an exciting new concept.
  • Opportunity to shape culture, training, and team development.
  • Growth potential with a forward-thinking restaurant group.
  • Competitive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO, and more.
  • Salary: $55,000+ annually , plus bonus potential.

What We’re Looking For

  • Must have 3 years of Fine Dining Management experience
  • Strong knowledge of mixology, spirits, wines, and beverage trends.
  • Passion for hospitality and guest engagement.
  • Leadership skills with the ability to train, inspire, and grow a high-performing team.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
  • Availability, including nights, weekends, and some holidays (closed on Christmas Day and Thanksgiving Day).

What You’ll Do

  • Develop and execute a high-end cocktail program that reflects the restaurant’s culture and brand.
  • Source premium spirits and mixers while maintaining cost efficiency and vendor relationships.
  • Collaborate with culinary and marketing teams on seasonal features, pairings, and promotional events.
  • Oversee daily bar operations, including opening/closing, cleanliness, and compliance with alcohol service regulations.
  • Manage inventory, minimize waste, and maximize profitability.
  • Recruit, train, and mentor bartenders and barbacks, building a skilled and hospitality-driven team.
  • Provide ongoing mixology and service training to ensure excellence.
  • Deliver world-class guest experiences, including personalized service for regulars.
  • Handle guest concerns with professionalism and care.
  • Partner with marketing to showcase bar offerings through events and promotions.
  • Champion the restaurant’s culture, values, and service standards.
  • Deliver an elevated guest experience through refined service and polished floor operations.

If you’re ready to set the bar high and make your mark, join our NRO team and help launch Houston’s next great dining destination.

Job Tags

Seasonal work, Night shift,

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