BEVERAGE AND BAR LEAD

Jax Fish House & Oyster BarBeverage & Bar LeadJax Fish House & Oyster Bar is looking for a sharp, driven, hospitality-obsessed pro to step in as our Beverage & Bar Lead position. This is a leader in the game, every shift ...eyes for and on the bar ...on everything liquid and across the dining room.We're building a leadership team made up of high-level operators who own their zone, know what it means to really drive the guest experience, and develop the team in real time. Working shoulder to shoulder with the GM and Chef, the Beverage & Bar Lead owns the bar execution, energy, standards, and the evolution of the beverage program itself. This is a DREAM ROLE FOR A BEVERAGE MINDED OPERATOR.This is really for someone who wants to run a bar, build a program, and grow into real leadership. If you're just looking to clock in and crank drinks, this isn't it. If you want to own something, build something, and level up fast—LET'S DO THIS!!!WHAT THIS ROLE IS BUILT TO DOYou are essentially the heartbeat of the bar. You control flow. You protect standards. You set the tone. You make sure every drink hits, every ticket moves, and every guest feels it.You're not just working the bar—you're RUNNING IT! You lead the team in real time. You coach constantly. You catch problems early and fix them fast. You hold the line on quality, speed, and hospitality—no excuses this is the REAL DEAL.And beyond the shift, you are in it:Building cocktails for serviceRolling out new beverage programs and taking part in the development of all things liquid for your locationOwning inventory, ordering, and receivingTraining new bartenders and leveling up the current teamCORE RESPONSIBILITIESBar Leadership & ExecutionRun bar operations every shift—speed, quality, communication, all of itControl ticket flow, drink timing, and bartender coordination in real timeHold the standard on every drink that leaves the bar—no shortcutsStay locked in with the floor and kitchen to keep service tight and proactiveStep in and handle guest issues immediately, with confidence and presenceBeverage Program OwnershipBe directly involved in developing, testing, and rolling out cocktails and beverage menusHelp drive new program launches—clear, organized, and dialed using the BRF Critical Path ProcessProtect recipe integrity, specs, and presentation across all shiftsBring ideas, push creativity, and help evolve the program…FYI…this is not a "follow the book" roleEducation & TrainingOwn bartender training and development—new hires and current teamLead beverage education that actually sticks—product, technique, and guest interactionCoach in real time—every shift is live reps ...gotta think that way…the curtain comes up everyday …are you show ready?Build a team that knows what they're pouring and how to articulate to the guest!Operational OwnershipBe actively involved in inventory, ordering, and receiving of all beverage productKeep the bar clean, stocked, prepped, and ready…alwaysOwn opening, shift change, and closing execution at a high level—documentedAdjust staffing and positioning based on volume and flow tied to labor forecast modelingSystems & StandardsSpot breakdowns in speed, communication, or quality earlyBring solutions that actually improve the operationStay locked into leadership communication—use the existing systems to communicate effectively with the leadership team!Follow through is key!Team CoverageWork five shifts a weekOpen, close, and lead from the frontWHO YOU AREA strong bartender who's ready to own the bar, not just work itA 360° operator—you see the bar, the floor, the guest, and the teamA teacher who actually gives a damn about developing peopleCalm under pressure, fast in your decisions, and always presentDetail-focused to the point where average annoys youBuilt for accountability, structure, and high standardsHungry—like actually hungry!—to grow into something biggerAbout JaxJax brings the coast to the coast-less. We're a high-energy seafood house where the bar matters—a lot. Oysters cracking. Drinks flying. The room alive. The bar isn't in the background here—it drives the experience.WHAT YOU CAN EXPECTFull-time hourly leadership role (40 hours/week)Real seat at the leadership tableEstimated total comp: $90,000+BenefitsSick Pay2 Weeks VacationMedical, Dental & Vision401kLife / AD&DLong-Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance ProgramBRF Dining DiscountAnnual Education & R&D BudgetThe Path ForwardLet's be clear—this role is a launchpad. This is how we build leaders. You start by owning the bar. Then you expand. There is a cross-training path into the Operations & Service Lead role—learning to run the floor, lead full service, and drive the entire guest experience. Master both sides—bar and floor—and now you're not just strong…you're complete. That's when the real doors open.GMExecutive leadership within BRFPeople who win in this role don't stay here long. They move. If you can run a bar, build a program, train a team, and lead with intensity—you're exactly who we're looking for. This is not just a job…This is YOUR NEXT LEVEL!!!J-18808-Ljbffr