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Position:

FOH Concessions & Bar Operations Manager Department:

Marketing Classification:

Exempt Full Time Annual Date Prepared:

August 2026

Salary:

50K-55K

PLEASE APPLY TO - ASOLO

_HUMAN_RESOURCES @

ASOLO.ORG

General Summary:

A performance arts theatre Bar Manager oversees food and beverage operations, lobby concessions, and patron lounge spaces. This role ensures a smooth, high-quality beverage and concessions experience for patrons across all performances, special events, and rentals, while maintaining strict adherence to alcohol service laws and theatre policies.

Essential Job Functions Operations & Intermission Service:

Manage fast-paced bar and concession service before curtain calls, during intermissions, and at post-show events to minimize wait times.

Staff Management:

Hire, train, schedule, and supervise bartenders, barbacks, and floor servers tailored to changing show calendars and event sizes.

Inventory & Financials:

Monitor stock levels, handle purchasing and vendor relationships, reconcile daily cash drawers, and track sales targets or budgets.

Compliance & Safety:

Ensure strict adherence to local liquor licensing laws, responsible beverage service protocols, and health/fire safety codes.

Interdepartmental Collaboration:

Coordinate with Front-of-House and Guest Experience teams to ensure a welcoming environment for theater patrons and visiting artists. Advise on equipment, glassware, and cashless POS/payment systems, and initial inventory needed for both locations to operate efficiently Financial & Administrative

• Manage bar budget, including cost of goods sold (COGS) and labor costs
• Process and reconcile daily sales reports (cashless/card payments only)
• Assist in setting pricing strategy for bar and concession menu items
• Prepare regular reports on sales, inventory, and staffing for theatre management Collaboration
• Coordinate with Front of House, Box Office, and Production teams to align bar service with performance schedules and special events
• Support rental events, fundraisers, and donor receptions with tailored bar service
• Participate in planning meetings for season programming and special events

Positions Supervised:

(3-5)

Part-time Bartenders Qualifications & Skills Experience:

Proven background in high-volume bar, restaurant, or hospitality venue management; arts or cultural center experience is a plus.

Certifications:

Valid local food handler and responsible alcohol service certifications (e.g., TIPS, ServSafe) or ability to obtain withing a specified time frame)

Soft Skills:

Exceptional customer service, calm under pressure during peak performance rush windows, and strong organizational skills

Minimum Education/Experience Required:

High School Diploma and 2-4 years Bar Management experience required Preferred Qualifications

• Experience opening or launching a new bar/beverage program, ideally managing multiple service locations
• Experience working in a nonprofit performing arts or cultural institution
• Familiarity with liquor liability and nonprofit event compliance
• Bilingual or multilingual skills a plus Work Environment & Schedule The bar operates only in conjunction with performances and events — this is not a standalone, daily-service bar.

Service hours are concentrated around pre-show, intermission, and post-show/event windows tied to Asolo Rep's performance calendar, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person