BAR MANAGER / BARTENDER/FOH Lead

Published: 6/14/2022

Job Description

Sawa Hibachi is seeking a flexible, high-energy Bar Manager / Bartender/ FOH Lead under new ownership. This is a true multi-hat position. You will primarily manage the bar and actively bartend, while also jumping in to wait tables, handle to-go orders, and host as needed.

This role has a clear path to grow into FOH Manager for the right person who demonstrates strong leadership, reliability, and an ownership mindset.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all bar operations: inventory, ordering, cost control, cleanliness, and standards

• Actively bartend during peak shifts and create/promote drink specials and happy hour

• Train and support bar and FOH team members

• Step in to wait tables, run food, or assist with guest service when needed

• Handle to-go order packing, accuracy, and guest/delivery handoff

• Host and manage the door/reservations during slower periods or as coverage requires

• Support overall floor flow, guest experience, and team communication

• Open/close the bar and assist with side work and closing duties

Requirements:

• Strong bartending skills and knowledge of cocktails, beer, wine, and spirits

• Previous bar leadership or shift-lead experience preferred

• Willingness and ability to wear multiple hats (bartend, serve, host, pack to-go)

• Excellent guest service, communication, and multitasking skills

• Reliable, flexible, and available evenings, weekends, and holidays

• Alcohol service certification (or ability to obtain quickly)

• Positive attitude and team-first mindset

• Interest in growing into a broader FOH leadership role

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay + tips

• Clear growth path to FOH Manager

• Opportunity to grow with a newly owned restaurant

• Supportive, hands-on ownership

• Employee meal discounts