Bar Manager

Location: Forge & Vine at The Groton Inn, Groton, MA
Schedule: Full-Time | PM Shifts | Weekend and Holiday Availability Required
Compensation: $60,000–$70,000 annually (based on experience) + Anual Bonus Potential
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Employee Discounts, Growth Opportunities
About Forge & Vine
Forge & Vine is an upscale-casual, high-volume restaurant located on the scenic grounds of The Groton Inn. With 156 indoor seats, seasonal outdoor dining, and a wood-fired grill as our centerpiece, we focus on warm hospitality, exceptional service, and memorable guest experiences. We are a hospitality-driven team passionate about food, beverage, and community.
Position Summary
The Bar Manager is a key leadership role with primary responsibility for the bar program and bar team, while also supporting overall front-of-house (FOH) restaurant operations. This position focuses on elevating the beverage experience, driving bar sales, maintaining high standards of execution, and ensuring seamless service throughout the restaurant.
This role requires a dynamic, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and leads by example on the floor.
Key Responsibilities
Bar Leadership & Beverage Program

• Oversee daily bar operations and lead the bar team
• Maintain and elevate cocktail, beer, and wine standards
• Partner with ownership and the culinary team on seasonal cocktail development
• Manage bar inventory, ordering, cost control, and waste reduction
• Ensure proper execution of recipes, portioning, and presentation

• Ensure every guest receives warm, attentive, and knowledgeable service at the bar and throughout the restaurant
• Actively engage with guests to build relationships and enhance the overall experience

• Recruit, train, schedule, and coach bartenders and FOH team members
• Provide ongoing feedback and foster a culture of hospitality, accountability, and professionalism
• Deliver pre-shift meetings and beverage education

• Lead service during peak hours as a visible and accessible manager
• Support overall FOH operations, including service flow and guest issue resolution
• Assist with opening/closing procedures and ensure cleanliness and safety standards are met

• Drive beverage sales and bar profitability
• Assist with labor management and monitor expenses
• Support achievement of overall food and beverage revenue goals

• Work closely with the culinary team, GM, and events team to coordinate service, private events, and seasonal menu changes

• 3+ years of restaurant and/or bar management experience in a full-service or upscale-casual setting
• Strong beverage knowledge (craft cocktails, wine, beer)
• Proven leadership skills with a hands-on, team-oriented approach
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities
• Experience with POS systems (Toast a plus), reservation platforms (OpenTable preferred), and basic financial reporting
• Flexible schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays
• ServSafe and TIPS certifications required

• A genuine love of hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences
• Passion for beverage programs and bar culture
• Calm under pressure, solutions-oriented, and detail-driven
• Ability to motivate, mentor, and develop a team
• Professional presence and high standards of personal presentation

• Restaurant and/or Bar Management: 3 years (Required)

• Groton, MA 01450 (Required)

• Groton, MA 01450: Relocate before starting work (Required)