Hiring Experienced Event Bar Manager
Top Benefits
About the role
Position Summary:
The Event Bar Manager oversees all bar operations for catered events, ensuring seamless service, professional presentation, and an exceptional guest experience. This role combines leadership, organization, and hands-on bartending expertise. The Bar Manager works closely with the Event Manager and service team to uphold our company’s high standards and bring each event to life.
Key Responsibilities:
Event Preparation & Setup
- Review event details and bar menus in advance to ensure readiness.
- Coordinate with the Event Manager to confirm load-in times, bar setup needs, and service flow.
- Oversee bar setup, including glassware, garnish prep, beverage displays, and inventory organization.
- Ensure all bar equipment and supplies are clean, stocked, and event-ready.
- May be required to come in outside of event hours and pre-batch cocktails for upcoming events.
Service Execution
- Lead the bar team to deliver efficient, friendly, and professional service throughout the event.
- Maintain consistent drink quality, speed, and presentation.
- Engage with guests courteously while managing crowd flow and service timing.
Team Leadership
- Direct and support bar staff during service, ensuring everyone understands roles and timing.
- Communicate clearly with BOH and FOH teams for smooth event coordination.
Inventory & Closeout
- Track product usage and minimize waste throughout the event.
- Complete post-event inventory counts and report discrepancies or shortages.
- Oversee breakdown, ensuring all bar areas are clean, organized, and returned to pre-event condition.
- Submit closing reports to the Event Manager promptly after each event.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2-3 years bartending experience in catering, hospitality, or events.
- Prior experience in a supervisory role or bar lead role preferred
- Valid Serving It Right certification
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to stay calm under pressure and adapt to changing event needs
- A passion for great service, teamwork, and the details that make events memorable
What We Offer:
- Flexible scheduling
- Opportunities for growth within a fast-paced catering company
- Dynamic and fun work environment at some of the cities upscale events
To apply:
Please submit your resume and a few words about yourself and why you would be a great fit for the company!
About Served Catering
SERVED Catering is a leader in the catering industry who provides both upscale and casual cuisine for weddings, corporate, private and special events, that range from large scale to small in size, and to guests in the privacy of their own homes on the North Shore and throughout Greater Vancouver.
This boutique catering company is comprised of a tight-knit team of talented and accomplished culinary chefs with worldwide experience and training. At the helm of affairs are Trevor and Michelle Gostlin, a world renowned chef and a hospitality expert.
Together, they combine years of shared culinary expertise, creative culinary flair, business acumen and fresh insight in creating signature dishes – dishes that leave the impressions of a lifetime.
Hiring Experienced Event Bar Manager
Top Benefits
About the role
Position Summary:
The Event Bar Manager oversees all bar operations for catered events, ensuring seamless service, professional presentation, and an exceptional guest experience. This role combines leadership, organization, and hands-on bartending expertise. The Bar Manager works closely with the Event Manager and service team to uphold our company’s high standards and bring each event to life.
Key Responsibilities:
Event Preparation & Setup
- Review event details and bar menus in advance to ensure readiness.
- Coordinate with the Event Manager to confirm load-in times, bar setup needs, and service flow.
- Oversee bar setup, including glassware, garnish prep, beverage displays, and inventory organization.
- Ensure all bar equipment and supplies are clean, stocked, and event-ready.
- May be required to come in outside of event hours and pre-batch cocktails for upcoming events.
Service Execution
- Lead the bar team to deliver efficient, friendly, and professional service throughout the event.
- Maintain consistent drink quality, speed, and presentation.
- Engage with guests courteously while managing crowd flow and service timing.
Team Leadership
- Direct and support bar staff during service, ensuring everyone understands roles and timing.
- Communicate clearly with BOH and FOH teams for smooth event coordination.
Inventory & Closeout
- Track product usage and minimize waste throughout the event.
- Complete post-event inventory counts and report discrepancies or shortages.
- Oversee breakdown, ensuring all bar areas are clean, organized, and returned to pre-event condition.
- Submit closing reports to the Event Manager promptly after each event.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2-3 years bartending experience in catering, hospitality, or events.
- Prior experience in a supervisory role or bar lead role preferred
- Valid Serving It Right certification
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to stay calm under pressure and adapt to changing event needs
- A passion for great service, teamwork, and the details that make events memorable
What We Offer:
- Flexible scheduling
- Opportunities for growth within a fast-paced catering company
- Dynamic and fun work environment at some of the cities upscale events
To apply:
Please submit your resume and a few words about yourself and why you would be a great fit for the company!
About Served Catering
SERVED Catering is a leader in the catering industry who provides both upscale and casual cuisine for weddings, corporate, private and special events, that range from large scale to small in size, and to guests in the privacy of their own homes on the North Shore and throughout Greater Vancouver.
This boutique catering company is comprised of a tight-knit team of talented and accomplished culinary chefs with worldwide experience and training. At the helm of affairs are Trevor and Michelle Gostlin, a world renowned chef and a hospitality expert.
Together, they combine years of shared culinary expertise, creative culinary flair, business acumen and fresh insight in creating signature dishes – dishes that leave the impressions of a lifetime.