Nicabanos
Bar Manager - La Terrazza Nicabanos Upscale Nightlife Restaurant
Nicabanos, Miami Beach, Florida, us, 33119
La Terrazza Nicabanos is South Beach’s newest restaurant-nightlife destination, offering elegant indoor and patio dining with curated DJs and live performers. Elevated cuisine, bold cocktails, and a vibrant, performance-driven setting create a chic, social atmosphere where the night naturally becomes the main event.
About the Role As
Bar Manager , you will be responsible for the full bar operation: from designing a world-class beverage menu and training the team, to managing stock and working closely with vendors. You’ll act as both a host and a curator—introducing guests to high-end spirits, especially rare whiskeys and tequilas, while ensuring service excellence and operational precision.
Key Responsibilities Spirits Program & Guest Experience
Curate and evolve a luxury spirits list with a strong emphasis on whiskey, bourbon, scotch, and tequila
Develop signature cocktails and pairings tailored to complement the cigar selection
Engage guests with rich knowledge of spirits, recommending pours, flights, and pairings
Host private tastings, education events, and VIP spirit-focused experiences
Stay current on global trends, releases, and rare bottle sourcing opportunities
Team Leadership
Train and mentor bartenders in luxury service standards and spirits education
Lead by example on the floor, supporting the team during service
Foster a service culture that aligns with Nicabanos’ standards of excellence
Enforce cleanliness, bar prep, presentation, and service timing
Ordering, Inventory & Vendor Management
Manage all ordering and inventory for spirits, mixers, glassware, and supplies
Maintain proper par levels, ensure product rotation, and minimize waste
Build strong vendor relationships and negotiate pricing or exclusive allocations
Conduct regular inventory counts and track COGs (cost of goods sold)
Ensure full compliance with all health, alcohol service, and tobacco-related regulations
Qualifications
4–6 years of bar or beverage leadership in luxury hospitality (cigar lounges, fine dining, luxury hotels)
Advanced knowledge and certification preferred in whiskey, bourbon, and tequila (e.g., Stave & Thief, WSET Spirits, CRT for tequila, etc.)
Experience with premium tequila and agave-based spirits highly valued
Strong inventory control, ordering systems, and vendor negotiation experience
Proven ability to manage a team, coordinate bar operations, and lead service excellence
Familiarity with cigar pairing and lounge culture a strong plus
Excellent floor presence, communication, and guest service instincts
POS and back-end reporting experience (e.g., Toast, xtrachef, etc.)
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Compensation & Benefits
Hourly + tips
Growth opportunities
Dining benefits
Employee meals
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About the Role As
Bar Manager , you will be responsible for the full bar operation: from designing a world-class beverage menu and training the team, to managing stock and working closely with vendors. You’ll act as both a host and a curator—introducing guests to high-end spirits, especially rare whiskeys and tequilas, while ensuring service excellence and operational precision.
Key Responsibilities Spirits Program & Guest Experience
Curate and evolve a luxury spirits list with a strong emphasis on whiskey, bourbon, scotch, and tequila
Develop signature cocktails and pairings tailored to complement the cigar selection
Engage guests with rich knowledge of spirits, recommending pours, flights, and pairings
Host private tastings, education events, and VIP spirit-focused experiences
Stay current on global trends, releases, and rare bottle sourcing opportunities
Team Leadership
Train and mentor bartenders in luxury service standards and spirits education
Lead by example on the floor, supporting the team during service
Foster a service culture that aligns with Nicabanos’ standards of excellence
Enforce cleanliness, bar prep, presentation, and service timing
Ordering, Inventory & Vendor Management
Manage all ordering and inventory for spirits, mixers, glassware, and supplies
Maintain proper par levels, ensure product rotation, and minimize waste
Build strong vendor relationships and negotiate pricing or exclusive allocations
Conduct regular inventory counts and track COGs (cost of goods sold)
Ensure full compliance with all health, alcohol service, and tobacco-related regulations
Qualifications
4–6 years of bar or beverage leadership in luxury hospitality (cigar lounges, fine dining, luxury hotels)
Advanced knowledge and certification preferred in whiskey, bourbon, and tequila (e.g., Stave & Thief, WSET Spirits, CRT for tequila, etc.)
Experience with premium tequila and agave-based spirits highly valued
Strong inventory control, ordering systems, and vendor negotiation experience
Proven ability to manage a team, coordinate bar operations, and lead service excellence
Familiarity with cigar pairing and lounge culture a strong plus
Excellent floor presence, communication, and guest service instincts
POS and back-end reporting experience (e.g., Toast, xtrachef, etc.)
Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Compensation & Benefits
Hourly + tips
Growth opportunities
Dining benefits
Employee meals
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