Bar Manager | InterContinental Sydney Coogee Beach

Negotiable
Experience
Unlimited
Job Type
Full Time
Location
Australia, Sydney
Job Description

Now open following a multi-million-dollar
transformation, on the shores of sparkling Coogee Beach, the hotel redefines
coastal luxury. Perfectly positioned on Sydney’s iconic beachfront,
the reimagined InterContinental Sydney
Coogee Beach
will offer 198 elegantly designed rooms and suites, many
with uninterrupted Pacific Ocean views, alongside an ocean-facing infinity pool,
luxury cabanas, and a vibrant leisure deck. Guests can look forward to
an elevated arrival experience, immersive coastal dining celebrating seasonal
local produce, and a redefined wellness sanctuary. With state-of-the-art event
spaces including a Grand Ballroom, the hotel blends soulful escapes
and meaningful connection with refined coastal elegance — setting a new
benchmark for beachfront hospitality in Australia.

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About
the Role

As Bar Manager, you will be the face of the bar, reporting directly to
the Restaurant Manager. You will lead all bar operations, inspiring
and developing a high-performing team while delivering exceptional guest
experiences.

Working alongside passionate professionals, you will champion a brand renowned
for its excellence, authenticity, and innovation, ensuring every guest
interaction reflects our commitment to outstanding service, premium beverages,
and memorable moments..   

 

A little taste
of your day-to-day

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    vertical-align: baseline;">Oversee the day-to-day operation of the bar, ensuring
    service standards, presentation, compliance and guest satisfaction
    are consistently achieved.

  • style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-tap-highlight-color:
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    vertical-align: baseline;">Manage rostering, labour costs, payroll and staffing
    levels to support operational requirements and financial targets.

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    Monitor beverage quality,
    inventory, stock control and purchasing processes to maximise profitability
    and minimise wastage.

  • Handle guest
    feedback professionally and resolve issues in line with company
    standards.

  • Drive sales
    through product knowledge, upselling initiatives, promotions, events
    and beverage programs.

  • Ensure
    compliance with workplace health and safety, liquor licensing and company
    policies.

  • Analyse
    operational and financial performance, identify opportunities for improvement
    and implement effective solutions.

  • style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased; -webkit-tap-highlight-color:
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    vertical-align: baseline;">Lead, develop and motivate a high-performing team
    through recruitment, onboarding, coaching, training and performance
    management.

  • Foster
    a positive workplace culture that promotes engagement, recognition, career
    development and teamwork.

 

What we need
from you

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    vertical-align: baseline;">You must have a valid and unrestricted visa to work
    in Australia (sponsorship is not available for this role)

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    Previous experience in
    a Food & Beverage/Restaurant & Bars related position in
    a supervisory/management capacity

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    vertical-align: baseline;">WSET qualification (or equivalent wine and beverage
    certification) preferred, with a strong passion for wine, spirits and beverage
    education.

  • Qualifications
    in Hotel Management and/or Food & Beverage related field
    preferred

  • Excellent
    interpersonal skills. Bilingual or multilingual language skills
    are advantageous  

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    Flexibility to work a 24/7
    rotating roster – nights, weekend and public holiday shifts are all part of
    the job  

  • Motivated –
    your presence will impact your team and our guests; therefore, it will
    be important to stay motivated and energised  

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What you
can expect from us

IHG gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow
and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well,
we need to feel well – both inside and outside of work – and through our
myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health,
lifestyle, and workplace.

We are proud to be IHG and we know you will be too. Visit
http://careers.ihg.com/ to find out more about us.

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meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for
the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button.

Start your journey with us today.