Bar Manager

Negotiable
Experience
1-3 years
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Canada, Victoria
Job Description

Bar Manager – Skyline Bar | Crowne Plaza
Geelong 

Set high above along Geelong’s waterfront,
Skyline Bar brings together relaxed luxury, exceptional service, and a warm,
social atmosphere, ideal for every occasion from casual catch‑ups to special
celebrations. 

Offering crafted cocktails, a curated selection
of local wines, beers and spirits, and share plates inspired by the region’s
finest produce, Skyline Bar is the ultimate destination to unwind, connect,
and take in Geelong from above. 

We
are now seeking a passionate and driven Bar Manager to lead this iconic venue
and position it as a standout destination in the region. 

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0px;">Reporting to the Director of Food & Beverage,
you will: 

  • Drive the positioning of Skyline Bar as a premier
    destination venue 

  • Design and implement bar-specific SOPs across
    service excellence, operations, compliance, and guest
    engagement 

  • Lead the creation of innovative beverage programs,
    including signature cocktails, premium wine and spirits lists, and seasonal
    offerings 

  • Deliver exceptional, memorable guest experiences
    aligned with IHG’s True Hospitality ethos 

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    bartenders and F&B attendants 

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    that elevate the guest experience 

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    and performance management 

  • Support budgeting, cost control, and revenue
    growth initiatives 

  • Ensure full compliance with RSA, licensing laws,
    and safety standards 

  • Collaborate across departments (sales, events,
    front office) to ensure seamless guest experiences 

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What we need
from you 

We’re looking for a dynamic leader who can create
an experience as memorable as the view. 

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  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in premium bar
    or multi-outlet hospitality, with proven leadership
    capability 

  • A strong track record in hotel bars, upscale venues,
    or high-performing standalone establishments 

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    and guest engagement 

  • End-to-end bar operations experience, including
    procurement, inventory management, ordering, logistics, and administrative
    controls 

  • Strong financial and stock control skills, with
    the ability to manage costs, reduce wastage, and optimise
    margins 

  • Current RSA and Food Handling
    Certificate 

  • Strong leadership skills with experience in team
    development, training, and coaching 

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    creative mindset with the ability to design unique, market-leading
    experiences 

  • Commercial acumen to drive revenue while maintaining
    exceptional standards 

  • Full working rights
    in Australia 

  • Excellent written and spoken
    English 

 

 

Why join Skyline Bar at Crowne Plaza
Geelong? 

  • Lead one of Geelong’s most exciting rooftop
    venues 

  • Work with a globally recognised hotel brand
    (IHG) 

  • Be part of a team that values creativity,
    innovation, and exceptional guest experiences 

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    Make your mark on a signature destination
    venue 

 

 

Ready to elevate your career? 
Step into a role where your
leadership and creativity will shape one of Geelong’s most iconic bar
experiences.