Job Title: Bar Manager – Itinerant Spirits (Distillery | Cocktail Bar | Restaurant)
Location: Ballarat, VIC
Employment Type: Full-time (40 hours/week)
Category: Hospitality & Tourism / Management
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About Us
Itinerant Spirits is a distillery-led cocktail bar and restaurant located inside a beautifully reimagined heritage Goods Shed in the heart of Ballarat - right next to the station. We craft small-batch whiskey, gin and vodka, and serve them in an atmosphere that blends grit, curiosity, and refined hospitality. Our venue attracts locals, travellers, and spirit lovers alike.
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The Opportunity
We're on the hunt for a passionate and experienced Bar Manager to take the reins of our bar operation. This is a full-time leadership role, responsible for overseeing all aspects of the bar, from team training and cocktail development to stock control and customer experience.
If you love spirits, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to be part of a venue with serious ambition, this is your next move.
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What You'll Do
* Lead a team of bartenders and bar staff to deliver consistently excellent service
* Develop innovative, seasonal cocktail menus in collaboration with our distillers
* Manage bar operations, including stock ordering, inventory, and cost control
* Maintain compliance, cleanliness, and safety standards
* Work closely with the kitchen, front of house, and events teams to create a seamless guest experience
* Deliver training, mentorship and strong leadership to build a high-performing team
* Monitor bar profitability, KPIs and labour efficiency
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About You
* Previous experience managing a busy bar, cocktail venue, or hospitality operation
* Expert knowledge of spirits and cocktails, with a creative edge
* Leadership skills with a hands-on, lead-by-example approach
* Strong understanding of stock control, ordering systems, and bar costings
* Comfortable working evenings and weekends as required
* Current RSA and understanding of Victorian liquor licensing laws
* A love for hospitality and a drive to deliver memorable customer experiences
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Why Join Itinerant Spirits?
* Be part of a growing, award-winning distillery and venue with national recognition
* Creative freedom and a strong say in cocktail direction
* Supportive, values-driven culture
* Ballarat-based, just steps from the station
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Ready to take the next step in your hospitality career?
Apply now with your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you're the right fit for Itinerant Spirits.