Bar and Front of House Manager

What we are looking for
Are you someone with an entrepreneurial mindset, passion, and drive to treat a business as your own? Do you have extensive alcohol knowledge and a talent for creating new drinks? Are you creative and have the ability to take our bar to the next level? If you answered yes to these questions, this could be a great match for you!

We are currently seeking a Bar and Front of House Manager with heavy bar experience to own the success of the bar and take the bar to the next level! The Bar and Front of House Manager is responsible for creating a beverage menu with craft cocktails/mocktails that align with the brand, are executable at a high-volume level, and rotate seasonally. They are responsible for creating delicious new cocktails either quarterly or annually and must be up to date with new drink trends. They ensure high guest satisfaction by focusing on the training and daily execution of bartending staff. They facilitate ongoing training of existing bartenders, as well as the training of new bartenders.

This is a hybrid position with about 60% focus on the bar and 40% focused on FOH operations.

If you have front-of-house and heavy bar experience in a fast-paced, full-service restaurant, then we want to hear from you!

About Us
The Patrick S Molak Corporation is a family-owned and operated restaurant and entertainment group, established in 1975 and recognized for owning some of the hottest joints in Texas: Gruene Hall, the Gristmill, and Josephine Street, to name a few. We have grown from two employees and one business to what you see today, 10+ businesses and over 600 employees between Gruene and San Antonio. We are still a small business at heart, and we pride ourselves on preserving historic Texas properties and offering a great culture for our employees.

The Gristmill
A one of a kind, true Texas experience, the Gristmill facility was once home to a cotton gin (circa 1878) and is considered one of the most iconic dining spots in Texas for nearly half a century. The original Gristmill building was placed on the National Registry of Historic Places in 1975 and the Gristmill River Restaurant opened its doors in 1977. Our menu items are made from scratch daily, right down to the soups, sauces and dressings. With its exceptional, tried-and-true menu, multi-level patios and 7 indoor dining rooms, the Gristmill is a quintessential spot that celebrates the regionality that makes Texas so special.

What you will do

• Uphold all operating standards to deliver a legendary guest experience consistently and enthusiastically
• Create new cocktails/mocktails beverages that are in line with the brand and keep up with the latest beverage trends
• Lead our team with a positive attitude, attentiveness to service, and responsiveness to team members
• Supervise, coach, and train existing and new bartenders
• Manage all bar-related inventory and ordering for all bar products
• Ensure alcohol sales are consistently meeting and, at times, exceeding expectations
• Implement, monitor, adhere to, and enforce compliance with all Company and Health & Safety policies and regulations

What you bring

• Experience crafting signature cocktails with fresh ingredients in a high-volume establishment is a must!
• Minimum two years of bar manager experience in a full-service food and beverage establishment
• Experience using a point of sale system (POS) such as Aloha and Restaurant 365 (preferred)
• Current Food Handlers and TABC Certifications
• The ability to work variable full time hours per week, more than 40 hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• The ability to stand for a prolonged period of time
• The ability to lift and carry up to 20 pounds
• Working knowledge of all federal, state, and local laws as it pertains to the restaurant industry
• Proven willingness and enthusiasm to embrace personal performance development coaching and instilling the same to develop employees, control costs, and provide outstanding guest experiences
• Effective communication as all levels of the organization
• A self-starter with a positive and hospitality-driven, people-centric focus
• An effective leader with the capacity to maintain control in high-pressure situations

Who you are

You are a beverage innovator, constantly exploring your craft and staying up to date with tips and trends for curating and creating the latest beverage experiences
You are high energy, not satisfied with sitting still, always looking to stay busy
You are outgoing and friendly, and enjoy meeting new people, creating a welcoming environment
You are encouraging and enthusiastic about personal growth and development, on the lookout for how to help employees achieve their best
You are organized and detail oriented, meticulous about getting things done right and on time

What you get

• Great pay
• Comprehensive healthcare and ancillary benefits include dental and vision, Teledoc, life and supplemental life insurance
• 401k retirement savings plan (after one year of service)
• PTO
• Pet Insurance availability
• Meal and retail discounts at all our locations
• Flexible schedule
• Ability to work with some of the most iconic restaurant and entertainment brands in the state

If you are interested in this position, we want to hear from you! Also, if you have a portfolio of cocktails you have made, please send it to HR@gruenetexas.com. We look forward to reviewing your creations!