Bar Manager Job at Dalida, San Francisco, CA

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  • Dalida
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Dalida is an Eastern Mediterranean Restaurant and our group is expanding!

  • Esquire: Best New Restaurants in America and Wine Person of The Year 2023 
  • SFist: The Best New Restaurants In San Francisco 2023
  • Eater SF: The 2023 Eater Awards: Restaurant of the Year 
  • MICHELIN: Inclusion in MICHELIN Guide California 
  • Robb Report: The 27 Most Beautiful New Restaurants in America in 2023 
  • San Francisco Chronicle: 15 Best Bay Area Restaurants of 2023 
  • James Beard Foundation: Semifinalists for Best Chef - CA, 2024 and 2025
  • Wine Spectator: Best of Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 🍷🍷 2025
  • Eater SF: The 38 Essential Restaurants in San Francisco 
  • San Francisco Magazine: Best of The Bay 2024 
  • Chef of the Year: San Francisco Magazine 2025
  • LA Times: Top 101 Restaurants in California 2025

Come work with us, we need committed, driven, intelligent leaders with a passion for Hospitality. We love what we do and we want to share it with the world. 

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Bar Director to lead and oversee the bar programs at Dalida and new concepts. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader with a deep knowledge of mixology, exceptional management skills, and a passion for delivering memorable guest experiences. This position is responsible for setting the tone and standard for all bar operations, ensuring consistency, profitability, and innovation across both locations.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Management

  • Recruit, train, and mentor bar staff for both restaurant locations

  • Establish clear performance expectations and conduct regular evaluations

  • Schedule bar team members across both venues, ensuring coverage and labor efficiency

  • Foster a positive, team-oriented work culture that aligns with company values

Operations & Service Standards

  • Oversee daily bar operations, ensuring high levels of service and guest satisfaction

  • Maintain quality control on all beverage products and service standards across both restaurants

  • Collaborate with GMs and FOH teams to ensure seamless integration of bar and dining operations

  • Implement and uphold all health, safety, and sanitation policies

Beverage Program Development

  • Develop innovative, seasonal cocktail menus and curate wine, beer, and spirits offerings

  • Monitor beverage trends and guest preferences to drive menu updates and promotions

  • Create SOPs for drink preparation, garnishes, glassware, and presentation

Financial Management

  • Manage bar-related budgets, including cost control, forecasting, and labor efficiency

  • Conduct regular inventory, ordering, and vendor management for both locations

  • Analyze sales data and implement strategies to boost revenue and profitability

Compliance & Reporting

  • Ensure full compliance with all local and state liquor laws and regulations

  • Keep accurate records for alcohol purchases, licenses, and safety certifications

  • Generate weekly/monthly reports on bar sales, costs, and performance metrics

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of bar leadership experience, preferably across multi-unit operations

  • Strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, wine, beer, and current beverage trends

  • Proven track record in team leadership and staff development

  • Excellent organizational and communication skills

  • Experience with POS systems, inventory management, and scheduling software

  • Must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

  • Certified in ServSafe Alcohol or equivalent (or able to obtain)

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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