Bar Manager - Aera

The Bar Manager will lead Aera's bar program with a focus on excellence, creativity, and guest experience. This role is responsible for setting and upholding premium bar standards, driving beverage sales through innovative programming, and fostering strong relationships with suppliers and vendors. The Bar Manager oversees all aspects of daily bar operations - including staffing, training, cost management, budgeting, and administration - while providing visible, hands-on leadership during service to ensure a seamless and memorable guest experience.

The Day to Day:

• Manage the overall bar and beverage program, including cocktails, beer, garnishes, and non-alcoholic offerings.
• Create and uphold service and operational standards for the bar, leveraging best practices and operational efficiencies.
• Lead the development and maintenance of cocktail menus, introducing innovative products and combinations while balancing quality, cost, and speed of service.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with beverage suppliers to source new products, develop promotions, and negotiate favorable pricing.
• Communicate the bar's vision clearly to all team members, leading by example and reinforcing O&B values through daily actions and mentorship.
• Support and assist the team during service when needed, ensuring seamless execution and a collaborative, hands-on leadership presence.
• Foster strong relationships with guests, team members, and senior management, promoting a culture of genuine hospitality and teamwork.
• Demonstrate high personal integrity, professionalism, and business ethics, representing the venue with pride at all times.
• Utilize conflict resolution and problem-solving skills to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve efficiency, staff performance, and overall guest satisfaction.
• Perform additional duties as assigned or required

• Valid Smart Serve Certification required
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a high volume, fast paced hospitality environment.
• WSET Intermediate Wine Certificate or comparable an asset
• Experience working in both a fine dining and casual restaurant bar environment is preferred
• Extensive beverage knowledge including traditional cocktails and new, on-trend beverages
• A passion for beverage, food and service is a must!
• Must possess superior verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate extreme organization in a fast paced environment while acting as a team player
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong business acumen
• Legally eligible to work in Canada

** We thank all applicants for their interest in Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality; however, only suitable candidates will be contacted to continue the application process. **

Oliver & Bonacini's Diversity Commitment

At Oliver & Bonacini Hospitality, we are committed to treating every employee with dignity and respect. We strive to be fair and just, and create working environments where our employees can be at their best.

Step into a leadership role at Aera, Toronto's premier dining destination. We're seeking a Bar Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, high-end environment and has a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences. The ideal candidate brings a refined understanding of cocktail culture, strong team leadership skills, and the ability to balance creativity with operational excellence.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Gratuity sharing
• Paid vacation, sick, and personal days
• Health, dental and vision benefits with enhanced mental health coverage
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Program
• Group life & disability insurance
• Management uniform/clothing reimbursement
• Monthly dining allowance for all O&B locations
• 50% dining discount for all O&B for you and up to 3 guests
• RRSP matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• O&B is one of Canada's leading hospitality companies, offering a wide range of exciting internal career opportunities!