Job Description

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The Dry Dock Public House and Dining Room is a premium, multi-experience hospitality venue which features a stylish Public Bar, Outdoor Dining Courtyard, Lounge Bar, and destination ‘One Hat’ Dining Room which deliversa quality product and considered customer experience.

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Following a stunning venue renovation in 2023, we have quickly established ourselves as a standout Balmain diningand drinkingdestination for both locals and visitors alike.

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Join one of Sydney’s most celebrated pubs, andwinner of The Good Food Guide, Pub of the Year Award, 2026 and One Hat, TIMEOUT - Best Bar & Pub Award, 2026, AHA NSW - Best Restaurant Award, 2025, ALIA - Best Wine List Award, 2025 and recipient of the prestigious “3 Glass” wine award rating and winner of ‘Australia’s Choice – Best Wine List’ award two years in a row at the Wine List of the Year Awards 2024/25 ceremonies.

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The Dry Dock Public House and Dining Room in Balmain delivers a premium hospitality guest experience with care, consideration, and heart.

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As Bar Manager, you’ll oversee daily bar operations, curate our beverage program, and inspire a passionate, professional team. You’ll play a hands‑on leadership role, ensuring every guest enjoys an outstanding experience.

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With a 470-bottle wine list (51 by the glass), premium spirits, 16 beers on tap, and a classic cocktail list, this is your chance to manage one of Sydney’s most energetic bars.

What You’ll Bring n

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- 3+ years’ experience in a leadership role within a premium bar or restaurant
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- Strong knowledge of cocktails, wine, beer,



and spirits
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- Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team
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- Great organisational and communication skills
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- Experience with POS and stock systems
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- A genuine passion for hospitality and guest experience
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- A positive, hands‑on attitude and commitment to excellence
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- Flexibility to work across evenings and weekends
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Key Responsibilities nn
- Oversee daily bar operations, inventory, and service flow
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- Lead, train, and motivate a high‑performing team
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- Curate and update seasonal beverage menus in collaboration with management and the kitchen
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- Maintain compliance with RSA, licensing, and safety requirements
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- Drive sales and guest engagement through exceptional service and innovation
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- Manage budgets, cost control, and financial performance
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- Manage purchasing, POS administration, stock control and supplier relationships
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- Support marketing, promotions, and community initiatives
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- Systems knowledge in; Lightyear / BePoz / Microsoft Office (specifically Excel) / Stocktaking processes and stock control / POS management and ideally Tanda / rostering
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Why You’ll Love It nn
- Competitive salary + Super + Excellent Tips
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- 50% staff discount on food & beverage throughout the venue
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- Career growth and professional development
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- Award-winning team culture and a vibrant work environment
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Convenient Balmain location — 10 mins by direct ferry from Circular Quay, with free street parking in streets around venue

Ready to lead at one of Sydney’s top hospitality venues? n

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📌 Bar Manager - Great package + super + tips, award-winning venue (New South Wales)
🏢 The Dry Dock
📍 New South Wales