Bar Manager – Rooftop Cocktail Destination

About the Role

The Bar Manager will be responsible for daily bar operations such as inventory control, ordering, cash handling, and cost management, while also crafting and executing an innovative beverage program that spans cocktails, wine, beer, and non‑alcoholic options. Collaboration with senior leadership on menus, promotions, and special events, as well as conducting pre‑shift briefings and training sessions, are key components of the role. • Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing bar team. • Oversee daily bar operations including inventory, ordering, cash handling, and cost control. • Create and execute innovative beverage programs across cocktails, wine, beer, and non‑alcoholic options. • Drive guest engagement through storytelling and elevated service. • Partner with leadership on menus, promotions, and special events. • Conduct pre‑shift briefings and Beverage School training sessions. • Manage scheduling, training, performance reviews, and staff development. • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and liquor regulations. • Maintain immaculate bar standards during peak service. • Build and manage supplier relationships; monitor costs, waste, and profitability. • Lead confidently during busy services and high‑profile events.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸inventory control
• ▸cost management
• ▸beverage program
• ▸supplier management
• ▸staff training
• ▸compliance

What You Bring

Solette Seattle seeks an energetic, hands‑on Bar Manager to oversee one of the city’s most vibrant rooftop beverage programs. The role blends operational leadership, mentorship, and creative cocktail development, and requires a hospitality‑driven professional who thrives in fast‑paced environments. Ideal candidates bring at least four years of bartending experience in high‑volume or upscale settings and two to five years in a supervisory or managerial capacity. They possess deep knowledge of spirits, cocktails, wine, and beer, strong leadership and communication skills, familiarity with POS systems (TOAST a plus), and either a Food Safe/ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain one. • Minimum 4 + years bartending experience in high‑volume or upscale venues. • 2–5 years experience in bar leadership or management. • Strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, wine, beer, and cost controls. • Proven leadership, communication, and team‑development skills. • Comfortable with POS systems; TOAST experience a plus. • Food Safe / ServSafe certification or ability to obtain. • Financial acumen in budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. • Calm, confident decision‑maker under pressure.

Requirements

• ▸bartending
• ▸bar management
• ▸pos
• ▸toast
• ▸food safe
• ▸financial acumen

Benefits

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, allowing employees to choose between PPO, HSA, or HMO plans with costs ranging from $0 to $112 per pay period. Additional perks include three weeks of paid time off, an annual education allowance of up to $1,000, a referral program, free onsite parking, housing discounts after one year, and friends‑and‑family rates at the company’s hotel properties. Solette offers the chance to lead a flagship rooftop bar in a dynamic Seattle district, with creative freedom to innovate beverage experiences and competitive compensation. The culture is collaborative, energetic, and values creativity, excellence, and professional growth. The role pays $35‑$50 per hour and candidates should apply through the posted link, attaching a resume and a brief note describing their beverage leadership experience and a menu or program they’re proud of. All applicants will be considered for an interview before any offer is extended. • Choice of PPO, HSA, or HMO health plans (no cost to $112 per pay). • Three weeks of paid time off. • Annual education allowance up to $1,000. • Referral program. • Free onsite parking for all employees. • Residential housing discount after one year of continuous employment. • Friends and family rates at company hotel properties.

Work Environment

Onsite