Johnston
Job DescriptionBenefits: • Flexible scheduling, • Free food & snacks, • Bonus based on performance Bar Manager Cheba Hut | Johnston, IA Escape the Established. Behind the Bar. Cheba Hut has been curing munchies since 1998, blending great food, craft drinks, and a laid-back counter-culture vibe. You’re not just mixing drinks. You’re building regulars. As a Bar Manager, you’ll create a unique bar experience that aligns with Cheba Hut culture and Core Values. You’ll uphold bar standards, follow alcohol laws, and bring a positive, inclusive attitude to every shift. We serve approachable craft cocktails and local beer. This role reports to the General Manager. You think shop first. You give a damn. You take pride in your bar. What You’ll Own Guest Experience & Interaction Create a unique and enjoyable environment every shift • Prioritize “interaction over the transaction.”, • Recommend signature cocktails, craft beers, and food menu items, • Deliver efficient service at the bar, lobby, and patio, • Build loyal guests through genuine engagement Product Quality & Shoperations • Complete bar inventory, including counting product, assessing COGS, adjusting product pricing, identifying missing product and areas of opportunities, • Ensure all product orders are placed before cut-off times, • Responsible for meeting liquor, beer, and wine cost benchmarks, • Awareness and accountability regarding theft, discounts, and order accuracy, • Strong understanding of Cheba Hut mandated products and development of strong product offering, optimizing sales and profitability, • Maintain relationships with bar reps Grow Bar Revenue and Manage Profitability • Collaborate with shop leadership, vendors, and partners to establish regular bar events and marketing initiatives, • Manage event calendar, promote events and ensure proper system support, • Ensure customer experiences are exceptional and consistent, • Identify industry trends and sought after products, such as popular local beers, • Awareness of peak and slow seasons to implement diverse initiatives to cater to both sales volumes Safety & Responsibility (we take this seriously) • Uphold all local and national alcohol laws, • Verify IDs and enforce alcohol service policies; ensure bar crew is doing the same, • Monitor guest consumption and act responsibly, • Maintain strong situational awareness Team Support and Development • Take every available opportunity to coach, develop, and reinforce great habits, • Responsible for facilitation of monthly bar meetings, • Conduct new hire interviews in conjunction with the GM, • Hold bartenders accountable to defined responsibilities, processes, procedures, and administer disciplinary actions when necessary, • Ensure the line is getting the proper bar support needed to sustain day to day operations (Shagging baskets, lobby love, cleaning tabletops/bar tops, etc.) What Makes You a Fit • 3+ years of bartender and bar lead experience, • Alcohol training certification, • Demonstrate integrity and self-direction, • Available to work at least 3-4 weekday shifts per week, • Ability to lift 159lbs (weight of a full ½ barrel keg) – ask for assistance when needed, • Ability to stand for up to 10 hours per day, • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, • Ability to manage time and effectively prioritize numerous projects at one time, • Must be comfortable with marijuana themed culture If you care about your craft, protect the vibe, and treat every guest like they matter — you’ll fit right in. Join us!