Bar Supervisor

National Liquor News

Date: 6 days ago

City: Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Est. A$102,295 - A$112,952 / yr ⓘ

Contract type: Full time

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Bar Supervisor

Precruitment Canberra ACT

Permanent Full time

Base pay Above avg.

$75,000 - $90,000

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Lead and supervise bar operations during busy service periods.
Ensure high-quality beverage delivery and maintain cocktail presentation standards.
Support staff training and foster a high-energy, team-focused bar culture.

Bar Supervisor

Permanent Role
$75k-$90k PA
Canberra ACT

POSITION

A full-time Bar Supervisor position is available in Canberra ACT 2601

SKILLS

The role requires you to have at least a relevant AQF (or equivalent) Certificate II or III and 1 year of relevant work experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Bar Supervisor is responsible for leading and overseeing bar operations during service in a fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment. The role focuses on delivering exceptional beverage service, maintaining strong cocktail execution standards, ensuring efficient bar flow during peak service periods, and supporting a high-energy, guest-focused dining experience.

REPORTS TO

Restaurant Manager / General Manager

POSITION DUTIES

Lead and supervise bar operations during busy service periods to ensure fast, efficient, and high-quality beverage delivery.
Maintain a strong focus on speed of service while upholding premium cocktail and beverage presentation standards.
Execute and oversee cocktail preparation in line with venue recipes, ensuring consistency, balance, and quality.
Support a high-volume, shared-plate dining environment by ensuring drinks are delivered in sync with food service timing.
Conduct pre-service briefings covering beverage specials, cocktails, promotions, and service expectations.
Maintain extensive knowledge of cocktails, spirits, sake, wine, beer, and modern beverage trends.
Ensure smooth communication with floor staff and kitchen to coordinate timing and service flow during peak periods.
Monitor bar flow and ticket times to ensure efficient service during high-volume periods.
Supervise POS operations, ensuring accuracy in orders, billing, and cash handling during busy service.
Assist in opening and closing procedures with strong attention to mise en place, bar prep, and end-of-shift clean down.
Ensure bar is fully stocked, organised, and prepared for high-volume service at all times.
Monitor stock levels of spirits, mixers, garnishes, and glassware; communicate shortages to management promptly.
Maintain high standards of bar presentation, cleanliness, and hygiene throughout service.
Ensure Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) compliance at all times, including monitoring guest behaviour and managing intoxication issues professionally.
Support staff training in cocktail preparation, product knowledge, speed, and upselling techniques.
Encourage team members to engage guests confidently and promote premium beverage selections.
Assist in implementing seasonal cocktail menus, specials, and beverage promotions.
Monitor staff performance during service and provide real-time coaching and support.
Work closely with management to maintain consistency in service standards and operational efficiency.
Report operational issues, stock concerns, or service challenges promptly to management.
Foster a high-energy, team-focused bar culture aligned with a premium casual dining environment.
Act as senior bar point of contact during shifts in the absence of management where required.

ADDITIONAL ATTRIBUTES

Strong cocktail knowledge and hands-on bar execution skills.
Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, high-energy service environment.
Strong understanding of modern cocktail trends and premium casual dining beverage service.
Excellent communication, leadership, and team coordination skills.
Experience with POS systems, cash handling, and high-volume order processing.
Strong awareness of service timing, guest experience, and front-of-house flow.
Current RSA certification and understanding of liquor licensing requirements.
Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and peak trading periods.

SALARY

Annual salary of $75,000 - $90,000 based on experience.

TO APPLY

Applications in Word format should be forwarded to us by clicking the 'Apply' button below.

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Skills

ability to work under pressure

Bar operations

Beverage service

Cash handling

Certificate II

Certificate III

cocktail preparation

flexible availability

Guest service

POS systems

RSA Certification

Team leadership

Licenses & certifications

RSA Certification

More details

Expiring date

14 Aug 2026

Date posted

15 Jul 2026

Bar Supervisor

Permanent Role
$75k-$90k PA
Canberra ACT

POSITION

A full-time Bar Supervisor position is available in Canberra ACT 2601

RESPONSIBILITIES

REPORTS TO

Restaurant Manager / General Manager

POSITION DUTIES

Lead and supervise bar operations during busy service periods to ensure fast, efficient, and high-quality beverage delivery.
Maintain a strong focus on speed of service while upholding premium cocktail and beverage presentation standards.
Execute and oversee cocktail preparation in line with venue recipes, ensuring consistency, balance, and quality.
Support a high-volume, shared-plate dining environment by ensuring drinks are delivered in sync with food service timing.
Conduct pre-service briefings covering beverage specials, cocktails, promotions, and service expectations.
Maintain extensive knowledge of cocktails, spirits, sake, wine, beer, and modern beverage trends.
Ensure smooth communication with floor staff and kitchen to coordinate timing and service flow during peak periods.
Monitor bar flow and ticket times to ensure efficient service during high-volume periods.
Supervise POS operations, ensuring accuracy in orders, billing, and cash handling during busy service.
Assist in opening and closing procedures with strong attention to mise en place, bar prep, and end-of-shift clean down.
Ensure bar is fully stocked, organised, and prepared for high-volume service at all times.
Monitor stock levels of spirits, mixers, garnishes, and glassware; communicate shortages to management promptly.
Maintain high standards of bar presentation, cleanliness, and hygiene throughout service.
Ensure Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) compliance at all times, including monitoring guest behaviour and managing intoxication issues professionally.
Support staff training in cocktail preparation, product knowledge, speed, and upselling techniques.
Encourage team members to engage guests confidently and promote premium beverage selections.
Assist in implementing seasonal cocktail menus, specials, and beverage promotions.
Monitor staff performance during service and provide real-time coaching and support.
Work closely with management to maintain consistency in service standards and operational efficiency.
Report operational issues, stock concerns, or service challenges promptly to management.
Foster a high-energy, team-focused bar culture aligned with a premium casual dining environment.
Act as senior bar point of contact during shifts in the absence of management where required.

ADDITIONAL ATTRIBUTES

Strong cocktail knowledge and hands-on bar execution skills.
Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, high-energy service environment.
Strong understanding of modern cocktail trends and premium casual dining beverage service.
Excellent communication, leadership, and team coordination skills.
Experience with POS systems, cash handling, and high-volume order processing.
Strong awareness of service timing, guest experience, and front-of-house flow.
Current RSA certification and understanding of liquor licensing requirements.
Flexible availability including evenings, weekends, and peak trading periods.

SALARY

Annual salary of $75,000 - $90,000 based on experience.

TO APPLY

Applications in Word format should be forwarded to us by clicking the 'Apply' button below.

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