Bar General Manager Job at Goodwin Recruiting (Detroit)

Job Responsibility

Lead by example and embody strong hospitality values with guests, staff, and partners
Recruit, train, and manage staff while fostering growth and accountability
Keep teams aligned on service standards, menus, and expectations
Build efficient schedules that balance service, output, and cleanliness
Post schedules at least two weeks in advance
Plan and execute team trainings as needed
Ensure thorough onboarding focused on culture, service strategy, and product knowledge
Oversee weekly ordering, invoicing, and cash reconciliation
Maintain accurate liquor inventory and demonstrate financial discipline
Track and report KPIs, with bonuses tied to results
Partner with bar leadership to develop menus that balance innovation and consistency
Ensure all menu rollouts are fully costed, mapped, trained, and executed prior to launch
Oversee and facilitate private events from planning through execution
Earn commission on each event
Maintain opening, closing, and cleaning checklists
Enforce high cleanliness and service standards across seasonal activations and pop-ups
Step in wherever needed, from clearing tables to making drinks
Operate with a “no job is beneath you” mindset

Experienced bar or hospitality manager with strong cocktail and operational knowledge
Hospitality-first leader who motivates teams and holds them accountable
Comfortable managing high-volume, seasonal, and event-driven environments
Organized, financially disciplined, and highly hands-on