Bar Manager

This description is intended to outline the primary responsibilities, general nature and level of work being performed by teammates assigned to this position.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and competencies of the Bar Manager.  The incumbent may be assigned other duties and responsibilities.

JOB SUMMARY:
To comply with Lowe's company policies, standards, security measures and regulations. Proper performance of the duties and responsibilities of this position contributes to and ensures achievement of proper Bar Manager conditions. Serves as a model for customer service and other vital behaviors, and instills this value in all teammates.  Creates an environment for continual learning and encourages an open dialogue among  teammates.  Provides leadership and motivation within the store to promote a culture reflective of Lowe's guiding principles, core values, and vision.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS:

Responsible To:
Store Manager / Assistant Store Manager / Director of Alcohol

Teammates Supervised:
All assigned teammates in the bar area.

Inter-Relationships:
Frequent contact with all 	teammates, 	customers, corporate office and vendors. Occasional 	contact with teammates from other locations.

JOB DUTIES:

-	Manager the business aspects of the bar, such as keeping a current liquor license posted in the bar, taking 
        inventory and reordering supplies, managing budgets, and setting goals.  Assisting with training and hiring 
        staff to provide excellent service to customers.  

-	Order and maintain inventory control to ensure product quality and turnover for maximum sales.

-	Make effective and objective decisions regarding operational choices in work procedures.  Over see inventory 
        of the bar, recommend new products to Director of Alcohol, scheduling and other situations where multiple 
        factors must be considered and weighed to maximize operating results.

-	Control level of damaged and spoiled/out of date products and ensures proper disposition of same according 
        to company policy.

-	Maintain a friendly selling approach to customers by all bar teammates.

-	Ensure that all teammates are courteous to customers and that requests, and complaints are handled 
         promptly and courteously.

-	Check, and verify, liquor products received to ensure that products are listed on vendor invoices, confirm that 
        items are delivered, check product for quality, count or weight and conditions. Turn in all legibly signed 
        invoices to Receiving for payment. Report any issues to the Store Manager and Director of Alcohol.

-	Work area maintained appropriately to ensure a safe work environment and equipment for teammates and 
        customers.  

-	Ensure that the interior decorations are maintained as established by the Director of Alcohol 

-	Maintain accurate wood fixture cleaning schedule

-	Report any broken, damaged equipment or fixture issues to Store Manager

-	Prepares monthly wine and beer selections to include ad flyer features

-	Maintain the keg line cleaning schedule performed by vendors

-	Entertainment event coordination, scheduling and posted advertising

-	Keeping accurate refrigeration temperature log

-	Inputting wine and beer selections into point of sale (POS) system

-	Frequent cost and retail analysis of new wine and beer offerings

-	Must be able to perform other duties.

-	Must be able to unload trucks, breakdown load and stock product.

-	Communicate and coordinate with Store Manager to provide feedback from the department
	
-	Follow approved procedures for receiving product, pricing, marking and restocking to ensure quality 
        protection, accuracy and product rotation.

-	Conduct department walks to ensure Alcohol Gaming Division (AGD) compliance and all alcohol regulations 
        are being followed.  Ensures that all bar teammates are trained to conduct department walks in accordance 
        with AGD.

-	Responsible for efficient and effective delegation of duties to achieve maximum performance of teammates 
        including proper follow-up to assure satisfactory performance.

-	Responsible for maintaining signs, pricing, refrigerated cases and display shelves, by implementing scheduled 
        inspections of those areas.

-	Responsible for department compliance of company policies, programs, procedures and 	guidelines.

-	Works with department teammates to identify the root causes of issues and inefficiencies.

-	Constantly interacts with teammates to ensure that all teammates understands Lowe's expectations.

-	Adhere to all compliance of all company policies, programs, procedures and guidelines.

-	Tip wages are managed and reported by teammates.  Although allowed, tips are not solicited.  

-	Constantly interacts with customers.

-	Holiday, weekend and evening event work is required in this position. 

.	Ensures that all loss prevention policies and goals are maintained at all times in the bar.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Training and Experience:

-	High School Diploma or equivalent required.  College background preferred.  3 years experience in bar 
        operations. Completion of a management training program or equivalent combination of education and 
        experience.

	Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

-	Knowledge of various bar products and recommended uses or methods.  Knowledge and ability 
to operate bar equipment.  Ability to read and write English.  Good customer relations skills.  
Ability to calculate gross margins and retail prices.  Ability to manage effectively.

	Licenses, Registration and Certification:

-	Must have a current alcohol certificate prior to employment.  While on the Signature store 
training computer, and on company time, the Signature store will pay the cost to obtain Beer 
Cicerone certification completed within the first 90 days of employment.  Test preparation will be 
outside the work schedule.  Computer skills required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
-	Frequent exposure to refrigerated storage areas and damp, humid conditions. Works on wet or slippery 
        surfaces.  Noise level normally moderate.  Can be extreme when power tools or other equipment are in use.  
        Subject to hazards when operating bar equipment.  Subject to communicable disease.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
-	Heavy work- lifting 50 to 100 pounds, and/or in excess of 20 pounds to move objects.  Requires walking and / 
        or standing up to a significant degree. Must be able to climb, stand, bend, push or pull, twist, grasp, squeeze, 
       stoop, kneel, squat, reach, handle, finger and feel.  Assistance required if unable to safely lift beer kegs.  
       Subject to psychological stress.