Sweet Legacy Hospitality Group is seeking a seasoned, detail-driven Bar Manager to oversee bar operations across Sweet Lorraine’s Jazz Club and Whiskey & Sticks , two distinct but complementary hospitality concepts in New Orleans.
This role requires a confident operator with strong bar systems knowledge, cost control discipline, and the ability to lead teams in high-energy, nightlife-forward environments . The Bar Manager is responsible for beverage execution, staff leadership, inventory control, margin performance, and guest experience across both venues.
Required Experience & SkillsMinimum 3–5 years of bar or beverage management experience
Proven experience with Toast POS
Working proficiency in MarginEdge (inventory, invoicing, COGS, reporting)
Working proficiency in BarMatrix (bar costing, pricing, recipe control)
Strong understanding of bar P&Ls , beverage margins, and labor controls
Extensive knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, beer , and service standards
Experience managing high-volume bars, nightlife venues, or live-music environments
Strong leadership, training, and communication skills
Ability to stay organized, calm, and professional under pressure
ServSafe or Responsible Vendor certification (or ability to obtain)
Flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays
Oversee daily bar operations at Sweet Lorraine’s and Whiskey & Sticks
Hire, train, schedule, coach, and evaluate bartenders and barbacks
Maintain consistent cocktail execution, recipes, and service standards
Use BarMatrix to build, cost, and maintain all bar recipes
Use MarginEdge to manage inventory, invoices, ordering, and variance control
Monitor beverage costs, waste, and pour accuracy
Collaborate with General Managers on sales goals, labor planning, and promotions
Support live music nights, special events, cigar nights, and private parties
Ensure bar readiness for performances, peak hours, and special programming
Assist in developing specialty menus, featured cocktails, and whiskey/cigar pairings
Maintain cleanliness, organization, and bar presentation standards
Ensure compliance with alcohol service laws, company policies, and safety standards
Complete weekly reporting, inventories, and operational documentation accurately
This position is ideal for a Bar Manager who:
Understands both craft cocktail culture and high-volume execution
Can manage multiple concepts with different explaining points (jazz club vs. cigar lounge)
Is disciplined about margins but guest-forward in service
Wants to help shape the beverage identity of two respected New Orleans venues