Who we are
Crios Beach Bar & Restaurant is a premier seaside destination in Paros, celebrated for its elegant design, outstanding service, and exceptional culinary experiences. As we expand our vision, we seek to expand our talented and dynamic team, ensuring a consistent standard of excellence across our venue.
About the Role
As the Bar Manager, you are the driving force behind an elevated beverage program that reflects the essence of a luxury destination. You oversee the full operation of the bar, leading the team, curating the cocktail identity, managing performance and ensuring every beverage served meets world-class standards.
You shape the guest experience at the bar through creativity, consistency, and service excellence, while ensuring operational discipline, cost efficiency and flawless execution. As a leader, you inspire and mentor bartenders, baristas and bar backs, foster a culture of hospitality, and collaborate closely with the Restaurant Manager, Sommelier and Executive Chef to deliver a memorable and cohesive culinary journey.
Main Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the full bar operation, ensuring exceptional product quality, service consistency and guest satisfaction.
- Develop seasonal cocktail menus, signature beverages, and premium activations aligned with the concept.
- Train, coach and evaluate bartenders, baristas and bar backs on mixology, beverage knowledge, service techniques and standards.
- Oversee daily bar mise en place, equipment readiness, cleanliness and hygiene compliance.
- Manage bar inventory, stock rotation and align with other stakeholders on ordering processes and supplier relationships.
- Implement cost-control measures, monitor beverage KPIs, minimize wastage and support the achievement of financial targets.
- Maintain precise recipe guidelines, preparation standards and portion controls for all beverages.
- Engage with guests, providing recommendations and ensuring luxury-level personalization and attention.
- Collaborate with marketing and F&B leadership to support events, pop-ups, pairings, signature nights and brand activations.
- Ensure adherence to health & safety regulations, licensing laws and internal SOPs.
- Participate in scheduling, onboarding and performance management for the bar team.
Qualifications
- 3+ years experience in a leadership position within a premium or luxury bar environment.
- Advanced mixology knowledge with proven ability to design innovative beverage concepts.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate and manage a diverse bar team.
- Excellent understanding of stock management, beverage costing and operational efficiency.
- Confident communicator with a guest-centric mindset and luxury presentation.
- Fluent in English (Greek is a plus).
- Familiarity with POS systems and bar management tools.
What we offer
- Competitive Benefits: Attractive compensation package based on experience.
- Company-provided accommodation and daily meals to support employee wellbeing.
- Collaborative Culture: Join a passionate, creative, and diverse team committed to excellence.
- Supportive Environment: Enjoy a professional and encouraging workplace that values your contributions.
- Be Inspired Every Day: Work in one of Greece’s most idyllic and stunning destinations.
- Grow Your Career: Opportunities for professional development within a forward-thinking and supportive work environment.