Bar Manager - Sawbucks Pub

Otter Co-op is now accepting applications for a Bar Manager at the Sawbucks Pub located in South Surrey, BC.

Who we are:

Otter Co-op is a diverse and growing organization, serving the Lower Mainland, Fraser Valley and BC Interior since 1922. With over 100 years in business and over 1000 in our team, we are proud to be a locally owned and community minded member of the neighbourhoods we live, work and play in. We operate three food and pharmacy stores (including one with a fashion and hardware department), twenty-eight Angry Otter liquor stores, two feed mills, two bulk petroleum facilities, the Angry Otter Tap & Forno and Brewery in North Vancouver, the Highwayman Pub in Abbotsford, the Sawbucks pub in South Surrey and twenty-five gas station/convenience stores. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us at

Role Overview:

Reporting to the General Manager, the Bar Manager is responsible for the overall food and beverage service operations of the Sawbucks Pub. The Bar Manager is also responsible for supporting the General Manager with food preparation and service of all food and beverage items while maintaining high standards of quality and presentation of food, timeliness of service, cleanliness and strict adherence to local government food safety rules, liquor licensing and company policies.

What you will do:

The Bar Manager is responsible for supporting the General Manager maintaining budgeted food, beverage, and labor costs as well as implementation and adherence to company programs, policies and procedures and human resources related activities.

The Bar Manager is responsible for the overall safe, effective operations of the Highwayman Pub based on the following:

• Maintains a positive and engaged working environment based upon excellence, discipline, learning and development, teamwork, respect and having fun.
• Responsible for purchasing and maintaining all liquor related and bar service items.
• To perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• Works closely with General Manager to ensure efficient delivery and cost control of all bar related items.
• Trains servers according to training guidelines and maintains up to date skills assessment/certification for each team member as required.
• Complete an accurate inventory count (beverage) on monthly basis and work very close with the Controller and General Manager to ensure inventory accuracy according to plan.
• Ensures all team members work in a manner that maximizes productivity and limits wastage of food products to an absolute minimum.
• Directly oversees and assists with serving and cleaning.
• Manages 10-15 server team members.
• Ensures adherence to food safety regulations, liquor licensing, hygiene, high standard of sanitation, and cleanliness.
• Oversees recruiting, training, and scheduling of all server team members within established budgets.
• Responsible for doing cash duties, maintaining paperwork and preparing schedules for all bar staff.
• Provides recognition of colleagues who meet and exceed standards, in a sincere, meaningful way.
• Ensures that quality, quantity, and presentation of all food prepared meets standards for freshness, appearance, and consistency.
• Contributes to menu planning, food service and special events with General Manager and other key stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain a team environment that is based on Otter Co-op’s brand and values of Integrity, Community and Excellence.
• Conducts performance management, coaching and counselling to ensure optimum performance in accordance with Otter’s policies and procedures.

Why it matters:

Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together.

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in hospitality and:

• Computer literate in systems related to the restaurant industry as well as Microsoft office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
• Ability to accurately estimate labor and beverage costs is an asset.
• Ability to negotiate with various vendors to attain the best costing is an asset.
• First Aid is an asset.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a bartender and/or Restaurant Assistant Manager.
• Must be able to work weekends, evenings, and holidays when the Pub is busiest.
• Must have all valid certificates needed to operate a bar and Serving it Right.
• Ability to delegate and supervise a variety of team members to consistently produce results.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as financial and other reports and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Strong ability to communicate effectively and ensure compliance with standards, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to inspire and engage a team with proven leadership techniques.
• Inter-Provincial trade qualification (Journeyman / Red Seal) and/or diploma/certificate from a recognized culinary school an asset.
• Must have superior organization, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to take direction, offer direction and to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to deal with issues arising from guest complaints (internal and external) in a timely manner using problem solving and de-escalation techniques.
• Must be able to deal with reasonable work-related stress resulting from the need to manage within legislative, budgetary and time constraints on a regular basis.
• This position is based out of our Sawbucks Pub, though it may require on some occasions to travel and work at other locations as business needs arise.
• Ability to define problems, to collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Thorough knowledge of purchasing and maintaining a proper inventory.

What’s in it for you:

• Education Assistance Program
• Comprehensive benefits package, including extended health, dental, vision, disability & life insurance
• Team discount on Gas, Liquor, Food, Fashion, Hardware, Feed & Restaurant purchases
• Annual bonus program for all eligible team members
• Co-op Membership with an annual dividend payment on qualified purchases
• Competitive Wages
• Learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation
• Employer matched pension plan

Otter Co-op is committed to a diverse and supportive working environment based on our Core Company Values of Integrity, Community and Excellence. We embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work.

All successful candidates will be required to undergo a background check.

We would like to thank everyone for their applications, however only candidates that will be moving forward in the interview process will be contacted.

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