Bar General Manager for popular Alameda Tiki lounge
ISLAND PARTNERS INC
Alameda, CA
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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Bartending, Beverages, Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Inventory Management, Mentoring, Operations, Restaurant, Team Lead/Manager, Vendor/Supplier Relations
LOCATION
Alameda, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Forbidden Island Tiki Lounge in Alameda, now in its 20th year, is widely credited with spearheading the ongoing national tiki revival. As a family business with a veteran staff and a loyal community of regulars, we are proud to be frequently recognized on many "best of" lists.
We are seeking an experienced General Manager to lead our bar operations. The ideal candidate has a strong background in bar or hospitality management, with a proven track record of leading teams, managing service standards, and driving revenue.
Requirements:
Minimum 3–5 years of management experience in a bar, restaurant, or hospitality setting
Proven experience overseeing bar operations, staff scheduling, and inventory
Strong knowledge of beverage programs, service standards, and guest experience
Experience in high-volume bars or nightlife venues strongly preferred
Tiki/ Rum knowledge a plus but not required.
Key skills for an ideal candidate:
- Oversee daily bar operations and service flow - Manage, train, and mentor bartenders and floor staff - Maintain inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships - Drive revenue through promotions, events, and upselling strategies - Bringing out the best in staff while ensuring a memorable experience for guests.
This is a full-time position consisting of four service shifts and one inventory/ errand shift (day-time based)
Over the years a handful of talented and creative GM’s have left their mark and made a name for themselves in the industry and beyond. Forbidden Island, the “neighborhood bar known all over the world” creates bar stars and you could be next!