Melbourne's
The Mulberry Group
are bringing their first Brisbane venue to life at The Novotel, South Brisbane.
The
High Road Bar and Grill
is on Cordelia Street, South Brisbane, and it's here to become part of the neighbourhood. The name says it simply: Take the High Road. It's aspirational without being aloof, grounded in Queensland produce, serious grill craft, and the kind of warm, unhurried hospitality that turns a first visit into a habit.
About the role
The Bar Supervisor leads the High Road bar during service and owns the day-to-day quality and consistency of its beverage program. This is a hands‐on role for someone who knows how to run a calm, organised bar, develop confident bartenders and create drinks that earn their place on the list. You will work closely with the Restaurant Manager to maintain and evolve the cocktail list, protect beverage standards and deliver strong commercial results. Success will be measured through drink quality, speed and consistency, team capability, guest feedback, beverage sales, costs, stock control and the condition of the bar.
Key responsibilities
Be a visible, hands‐on leader throughout service, setting the pace and supporting the team wherever needed
Lead setup, service and close‐down and ensure the bar is clean, organised, stocked and ready for trade
Allocate duties, run clear pre-service briefings and maintain strong communication with the restaurant and kitchen
Protect speed, accuracy, presentation and consistency during busy service without losing the relaxed High Road atmosphere
Ensure opening, closing, cleaning,



cash handling and operational controls are completed accurately
Maintain clear recipes, specifications, measures, presentation and costing for every cocktail
Develop seasonal drinks and specials with the Restaurant & Bar Manager, testing each for guest appeal, service speed and profitability
Coach bartenders in recipes, technique, product knowledge, service, responsible alcohol service and safe work practices
Support agreed beverage revenue, cost of goods and profitability targets
Manage ordering, par levels, rotation, stocktakes and storage so the right products are available without unnecessary stockholding
About you
At least one to two years' experience in a senior bartender or bar supervisory role in a quality venue
Strong hands‐on cocktail skills and experience working with or developing elevated cocktail lists
Good knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, non-alcoholic drinks and food pairings
Experience training bartenders and maintaining consistency during busy service
Understanding of beverage costing, portion control, ordering and stock management
Current RSA certification
Passionate about drinks and hospitality and proud of the details that create consistency
Confident, hands‐on leader and patient trainer
Calm, organised and decisive during busy service
Versatile to work evenings, weekends and public holidays
About us
High Road has its own neighbourhood identity, but the role is employed by Accor through Novotel Brisbane South Bank. You will work within Accor's Heartist culture and the hotel's people, safety and business frameworks while ensuring the bar feels unmistakably High Road.
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📌 Bar Supervisor (Queensland)
🏢 The Mulberry Group
📍 Queensland