Bar Manager - Young Joni

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Young Joni in NE Minneapolis  is looking for a Bar Manager

Young Joni is Chef Ann Kim’s James Beard Award-winning restaurant and back bar located in the vibrant arts district of NE Minneapolis. 

We are currently looking for a Bar Manager who can contribute their bar skills and expertise while also learning and growing with us as a leader.  If you want to work in an environment where your heart and creativity matter as much as your ability to help a team deliver a memorable experience, we want to meet you!

What you’ll be doing as Bar Manager:
In this role, you’ll manage service with specific focus on bar menu execution and hospitality, you'll nurture a healthy culture for our talented guest-facing team, and take responsibility for:  

• Executing the hospitality and beverage program vision
• Managing steps of service for the main dining room + bar, back bar, and private events
• Ensuring quality standards are consistently met 
• Training, mentoring, and leading an engaged, thriving, high-performing team
• Managing bar systems and processes to streamline operations, increase productivity, and ensure financial sustainability
• Collaborating to develop new beverage menus and items
• Supporting transitions and initiatives within our operations as we grow what we offer to our guests

What you’ll need to be successful in this position:

• Effective hospitality and interpersonal skills, along with a willingness to teach, learn, and evolve
• 5+ years experience in the hospitality industry with a passion for food and beverage
• 2 years experience in restaurant leadership or team supervision
• Interest and ability to practice highly active, supportive management style while in service
• Strong communication and organization skills
• Basic restaurant and computer software proficiency: we use Toast, Resy, 7shifts, and the Gmail suite
• Experience scheduling a FOH team is preferred
• Open schedule including weekends and nights

What we have to offer you:

Young Joni is part of Vestalia Hospitality, which is a group of independently-owned, neighborhood restaurants that make a big impact on the lives of our guests and teams.  When you join us, you become part of the curious, creative force that inspires us every day to open people’s eyes to what a restaurant experience could be.  

In addition we also offer:

• Competitive and equitable salary range that starts at $55,000 - $64,000 annually (negotiable based on experience); 40-50 hours a week with two days off per week
• Compensation package that includes: 
  • Medical Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance 
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Short-term Disability Insurance 
  • Employee Assistance Plan 
  • 2 Weeks of Paid Time Off 
  • Up to 7 Floating Holidays 
  • 401k retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match subject to eligibility 
• An opportunity to learn and grow within a strong and well-respected restaurant organization
• A work environment grounded in values that fosters well-being for every team member

Please apply through our online platform, from our Careers page, or bring your resume to Young Joni. We can't wait to learn more about you!

Young Joni is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We seek applicants who value diversity and inclusivity. Women, BIPOC, and Members of the LGBTQIA+ community of all ages are strongly encouraged to apply. 59