Assistant Bar Manager bei Fiddler's Elbow

Fiddler's Elbow is an exclusive private club located in Bedminster, New Jersey. We proudly offer three championship golf courses available nearly every day of the year, award-winning practice facilities, and a sports and leisure complex featuring state-of-the-art aquatic amenities, tennis and paddle sports, a fitness center, and The Cove, our children’s activity club. Our elegant manor-style clubhouse provides both casual and fine dining, complemented by premier banquet facilities that host weddings, galas, and milestone celebrations. With our rich history, stunning grounds, and exceptional amenities, Fiddler’s Elbow is a truly inspiring environment and a fantastic place to begin or advance your career.

At Fiddler's Elbow, our mission is not only to “Enhance the lives of our Members & Guests with WOW moments they can’t live without,” but also to enrich the professional and personal lives of our Fiddler’s Family members.

We are seeking an Assistant Bar Manager with a passion for hospitality and a strong focus on supporting our Banquet Department, while also assisting in the operation of multiple outlets including restaurants and our seasonal aquatic center. Fiddler’s Elbow hosts a wide range of events throughout the year — from large-scale weddings and golf outings to comedy shows, concerts, FiddleFest Music & Food Festival, and major holiday celebrations. A key part of this role will include crafting and presenting specialized cocktails for wedding tastings, ensuring our couples experience the same attention to detail and creativity that defines our banquet operations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Support the Bar Manager in overseeing and coordinating beverage operations, with a primary focus on banquet events and functions.
• Assist in hiring, training, and mentoring bartenders and barbacks to deliver exceptional service and uphold club standards.
• Monitor beverage quality, presentation, and service consistency during high-volume banquets and events.
• Create and present specialized cocktails for wedding tastings, ensuring all required ingredients and garnishes are available and prepared in advance.
• Batch classic cocktails for banquets and large-scale events to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Work closely with the Events Department to execute weddings, showers, golf outings, and other member functions seamlessly.
• Collaborate on the creation and execution of beverage menus, signature cocktails, and seasonal promotions tailored to banquet offerings.
• Maintain accurate inventory systems; assist in ordering with the Bar Manager, oversee receiving, and manage stock rotation to reduce waste and control costs.
• Ensure compliance with liquor licensing laws, health codes, and company policies.
• Respond to guest feedback, resolve service issues, and ensure a positive member and guest experience during events.
• Contribute to financial performance by managing costs, maximizing revenue opportunities, and monitoring key performance metrics.
• Act as the Bar Manager in their absence, ensuring seamless operation of banquets and other outlets.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of mixology, beer, wine, and spirits.
• Proven ability to train, motivate, and lead teams in a high-volume, event-driven environment.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills, with the ability to adapt to changing event demands.
• Strong communication and guest service abilities.
• Proficiency with POS systems, inventory management software, and cost-control practices.
• Flexible schedule with availability for nights, weekends, holidays, and extended shifts during major events.
• A collaborative, team-oriented leader who thrives in banquet and multi-outlet operations.

Work Style

• Hands-on leader who sets the tone through example.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on consistency across events and venues.
• Financially astute with a keen eye for cost efficiency and profitability.
• Creative and innovative in beverage development, banquet enhancements, and promotions.

Required Qualifications

• 2–4 years of supervisory experience in bar, banquet, or hospitality operations (multi-venue or high-volume preferred).
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in the predominant language of our members and guests.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to lift and carry trays/objects weighing up to 30+ pounds through crowded banquet rooms
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in fast-paced environments
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, wipe, and lift to perform job functions

Working Conditions

• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor settings
• Flexibility to work days, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as banquet schedules require

Safety Hazards

• Typical food and beverage environment with some exposure to heat from cooking areas
• Lifting of heavy objects such as kegs, cases of beer, bottled water, and banquet supplies
• Handling of sharp objects such as knives and flatware

Classification

• FLSA Non-Exempt
• Full Time

Why Join the Fiddler’s Family?

Benefits for All Staff Members:

• Competitive pay
• Two days off per week
• Career advancement opportunities and continuing education
• Golf, Paddle/Tennis, and Fitness privileges
• Paid Sick Leave
• PLUM Benefits
• Annual Summer and Holiday staff events
• 401(k) Plan (eligibility after 1 year of employment)

Additional Benefits for Full-Time Staff Members:

• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision package
• Flexible Spending & Dependent Care Accounts
• Paid Time Off (Vacation and Holiday)
• Life Insurance