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Culinary Agents

Culinary Agents

Posted on Nov 29, 2025
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We are seeking an experienced and hospitality-driven Bar / Shift Lead to oversee daily bar operations and support overall floor leadership within our restaurant and lounge. This role combines hands-on bartending with leadership responsibilities, ensuring service excellence, team cohesion, and smooth execution throughout each shift.

Bar Leadership & Operations

  • Oversee bar setup, breakdown, organization, and cleanliness.

  • Ensure proper stock levels, inventory controls, and product rotation.

  • Maintain beverage quality, consistency, and presentation standards.

  • Support bar staff with guidance, real-time problem solving, and ongoing training.

  • Monitor responsible alcohol service and guest safety at all times.

  • Organize all beverage areas and keep up to standards

Shift Supervision

  • Act as primary point of contact for staff during assigned shifts.

  • Support FOH management with opening, mid-shift, and closing procedures.

  • Communicate effectively with back-of-house and management to ensure cohesive operations.

  • Address guest concerns professionally and resolve issues swiftly.

Team Support & Development

  • Lead by example, fostering a positive, service-focused culture.

  • Assist in onboarding and coaching new bar and floor staff.

  • Provide ongoing feedback to help maintain high service standards.

Health, Safety & DOH Compliance

  • Uphold all Department of Health (DOH) standards across bar and floor operations.

  • Ensure proper food and beverage handling, sanitation, and hygiene practices.

  • Monitor staff adherence to DOH protocols

  • Support regular inspections and maintain all compliance documentation and checklists.

  • Identify and correct any potential violations immediately to maintain a safe and compliant environment.

Administrative Duties

  • Assist with inventory counts and ordering as needed.

  • Complete shift logs, incident reports, and relevant documentation.

  • Ensure all staff adhere to compliance standards, including health, safety, and alcohol regulations.

Qualifications
  • 2–4 years of bartending experience in a restaurant, lounge, or nightlife environment.

  • Previous supervisory or shift lead experience strongly preferred.

  • Strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, wine, and bar operations.

  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.

  • Ability to stay composed in fast-paced, high-energy service environments.

  • Must be detail-oriented, reliable, and guest-focused.

  • Ability to work late nights, weekends, and holidays as required.