Bar Manager / Working Manager

BAR MANAGER / WORKING MANAGER

This is not a behind-the-scenes office management job. During all shifts, you'll be behind the bar while also overseeing the staff, guest experience, events, and overall operation of the venue.

ABOUT MAD OAK

Mad Oak is a busy, independently owned neighborhood bar with an indoor bar, patio, roof deck, food program, DJs, private events, watch parties, trivia, and other weekly programming. We're looking for someone who can help keep everything organized, communicate clearly, support the staff, and confidently take charge when needed.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Bartend while serving as the manager on duty
  

• Lead and support bartenders, barbacks, security, kitchen staff, and other team members
  

• Maintain strong service standards and keep shifts running smoothly
  

• Handle guest concerns and staff issues calmly and professionally
  

• Make real-time operational decisions
  

• Communicate shift expectations and hold staff accountable
  

• Coordinate with promoters, DJs, private-event hosts, vendors, and other outside partners
  

• Make sure scheduled events and reservations are properly prepared for and executed
  

• Oversee opening, closing, cleanliness, stocking, and shift-change procedures
  

• Monitor staff breaks and compliance with house policies
  

• Help train and onboard new employees
  

• Complete manager logs, incident reports, and other shift documentation
  

• Assist with scheduling, ordering, inventory, event planning, staff communication, and other administrative duties
  

• Communicate clearly with the other working manager and ownership about problems, priorities, and follow-up items
  

• Help identify operational issues and develop practical solutions
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• At least two years of bartending experience in a busy bar or restaurant
  

• Relevant leadership, supervisory, lead bartender, or management experience
  

• Strong bartending skills and comfort handling high-volume service
  

• Good judgment and the confidence to take charge of a shift
  

• Clear, direct, and respectful communication
  

• Ability to give direction, hold people accountable, and work collaboratively
  

• Calm and professional when handling difficult guests or staff situations
  

• Organized, dependable, and attentive to details
  

• Comfortable working with DJs, promoters, private-event clients, and vendors
  

• Available to work nights, weekends, holidays, and special events
  

• Working knowledge of responsible alcohol service and California meal-and-rest-break requirements
  

• Basic comfort with scheduling, email, spreadsheets, POS systems, and written shift reports
  

WHAT WE RE LOOKING FOR

The right person is an experienced bartender who enjoys being behind the bar and engaging with guests but is also ready to take responsibility for the entire operation during their shifts. You should be approachable and supportive while still being willing to set expectations, address problems directly, and follow through.

Because this position shares responsibilities with another working manager, communication and collaboration are essential. We're looking for someone who can contribute ideas, divide responsibilities fairly, and help create consistency across every shift.

POSITION DETAILS

• Primarily bartending and staff management
  

• Additional paid administrative time outside regular bartending shifts
  

• Approximately 24-32 hours per week. 3-4 days
  

• Compensation: Starting $24-$26/hr, plus tips when bartending
  

• Must be available for a regular mix of evening and weekend shifts
  

TO APPLY

Please send a resume and a short introduction describing:

• Your bartending experience
  

• Your leadership or management experience
  

• The types of bars or restaurants where you have worked
  

• Your general availability
  

• Why you re interested in a hands-on working manager position at Mad Oak