Bar Manager

An exciting, newly created role has been designed to assist with the creative drive and strategic direction of Le Salon Rouge bar at award winning luxury hotel, Sofitel Queenstown.

Why join Sofitel Queenstown?

• We are steaming ahead with exciting development of our food & beverage story, including enticing menu development and investment and  upgrading of our outlets
• Build your career with the New Zealand Luxury Hotel of the Year and Australasian Hotel of the Year 2023 HM Award winner
• We offer competitive pay with benefits including daily staff meals and dry-cleaned uniform and laundry allowance, anniversary stays with F&B credit to enjoy, PLUS free gym access and free Ski Hire during Winter.
• Receive unparalleled training, development and support from Accor leadership training programmes.
• Work Your Way - speak with us about your desired work life balance and make your perfect balance a reality
• Discounted Hotel stays, food and beverage rates and Spa treatments, worldwide - for yourself and for friends and family, across our entire network.
• Ongoing reward and recognition incentives and awards.
• Opportunities for further development and worldwide career progression within Accor.
• Enjoy working in the heart of beautiful Queenstown with our diverse and professional team

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We offer reasonable adjustments to support you. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process, you're welcome to let us know.

Be accountable on a daily basis for the operations of the bar through effective people management and imaginative story-telling. This role is ‘hands on’, working as part of a team to provide tailor made 5 star service.  Within this role you will:

• Be in charge of mastering the classic cocktails with a luxurious twist, unleash your creativity designing menus and indulge our guests with your delicious creations.
• Serve beverage items with flair and professionalism, ensuring a high quality service, while familiarizing yourself with our guests and showcasing your expertise and passion.
• Be responsible for the strategic management of Le Salon Rouge bar, including development and execution of a full strategic plan, covering revenue performance, sales & marketing activities and calendar of functions and events for the year.
• Assist the Operations Manager with the effective orientation and training for new team members and ensuring professional development activities for experienced staff are planned and implemented
• Work cohesively with Executive Chef and Kitchen team to drive creative and engaging food and beverage stories and menus, aligned with the strategic plan.
• Assist with the design and curation of the beverage menus, utilising extensive knowledge and trends on wines, spirits and the regional produce available.
• Build, develop and drive Food & Beverage Operational team members to assist in achieving the F&B Strategic Plan, and ensure the team are highly engaged. This includes responsible and sustainable recruitment, training and development plans for all team members, open and honest feedback to team members, and engagement strategies.
• Assist with completion of monthly outlets financial reports and stocktakes.

Work Experience

• Two years’ experience in a similar leadership role within a luxury hotel environment is desirable.
• Previous experience as a People Manager is essential
• Formal certification in wine knowledge (WSET Level 2 or equivalent) and LCQ is preferred.
• Immaculate grooming and personal presentation
• Articulate communication skills and an understanding of luxury guest expectations
• Passion for high end hospitality with an eye for detail