Bar Manager

Title: Cocktail Bar Manager
Reports To: Director of Operations
Hours: Full-time, availability on nights and weekends required
Location: 4014 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL 60618
Pay/Benefits: Depends on experience
Application: Culinary Agents or Email cover letter and resume to [email protected]

Feather & Tail Overview: A new cocktail bar opening in 2026. It will feature a full bar with a variety of hand crafted cocktails, 4 - steel tip digitally automated dart lanes, bar snacks and an elevated atmosphere.

Position Summary: The Bar Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of the bar and bar staff and will report directly to the Director of Operations. The Bar Manager will be the point person for ordering/stocking supplies, supervising/scheduling staff, performance management, customer satisfaction, cleanliness/sanitation and safety practices/procedures. This position requires leadership ability to manage staff effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

• Professionally Supervise Bar Staff – Create and maintain bartender and host schedule (3-4 weeks in advance), oversee tips, manage side work, send weekly updates, assess performances, assist in hiring and training staff and more.
• Serve as Floor Host/bartender 1-2 days a week - As host will serve as floor manager - direct customers to dart lanes or tables, welcome/coordinate events, help flip the room between events, help behind the bar as needed etc...
• Events Coordination – Book dart lanes of groups of 12 people and more, coordinate private parties, and respond to other event inquiries.
• Dart lane Maintenance - Point person to make sure equipment is running properly and oversee any troubleshooting, work in coordination with D. Ops on any repairs
• Order and Stock Supplies - Office supplies, cleaning supplies, bar supplies, plates, napkins etc…
• Inventory and Order Liquor - Ensure the bar is fully stocked with the necessary alcohol, mixers, food etc…
• Merchandise – Oversee ordering, stocking and organizing all of our merchandise
• Marketing - Work with our marketing team on strategies and advertise initiatives
• Menus – Update printed menus & Point of Sale (Toast) – Update and maintain menu in both places
• Coordinate donation requests and other admin duties

Required Knowledge Base:

• Characteristics and description of F&T cocktails and all other beverages/snacks we offer.
• Designated glassware for each drink.
• Room capacity, hours of operation, menus, prices and dress code.
• Event Policies, pricing and other details -
• Correct maintenance and use of equipment, using only as intended.
• Maintain complete knowledge of, and strictly abide by, state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons and drunk drivers.
• Maintain complete knowledge of, and comply with, all company policies and service procedures.
• Adhere to all Health Department, sanitation, and safety regulations required by OSHA and Illinois.
• Use all chemicals in accordance with OSHA and Illinois regulations.

Physical Requirements:

Work conditions in certain areas of the bar and overall premises can be hot, cold, wet, slippery and/or noisy. Frequent walking, including climbing up and down stairs are required. Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb stairs, bend, lift, twist, kneel, crouch, crawl, pull, push, carry, grasp, reach and stoop as needed, sometimes for extended periods, and to occasionally lift and carry heavy items up to 40+ pounds (may be aided). Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Competencies - Ability to:

• Maintain a positive, friendly and hospitable attitude toward guests and staff.
• Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team and be willing to lend a helping hand at any time.
• Servant Leadership – Be flexible, humble, take responsibility for your actions and lead staff by example
• Focus on Details - Be well organized, maintain concentration and think clearly when under pressure
• Ability to maintain health and safety standards.
• Exercise good judgment in determining potentially intoxicated and/or underaged guests.
• Perform job functions with minimal supervision.
• Provide legible written communication.
• Compute basic mathematical calculations and cash handling experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 21 years of age to serve alcoholic beverages.
• Ability to satisfactorily communicate in English with guests, management and co-workers.
• Illinois Basset Certification.
• Illinois and Chicago Food Managers Certification (must be obtained within 6 months of hiring).
• Two years’ experience as a craft cocktail bartender, assistant manager or manager.