Kahii is looking for an experienced and passionate Bar Manager to lead Kahii's bar and shape the next chapter of one of Sydney's most distinctive hospitality concepts. This is a hands-on leadership role with creative input to a bar program that's anything but ordinary.

About Us

Kahii is a Japanese-inspired cocktail bar at the heart of Sydney CBD's Kent Street. By day we operate as a speciality kissaten - a coffee and tea shop and by evening we transform into a Japanese-inspired cocktail bar focussing on tea & coffee cocktails, with a food offering developed by our sister venue, Kuro Bar & Dining.

Our venue has a rich history, having originally operated as a tea and coffee warehouse in the 1930s. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional hospitality, cutting-edge drinks, and memorable guest experiences.

We're a close-knit team with a strong culture and real ambition. If you want a role where you'll be heard and where your work genuinely shapes the venue, this is it.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop the bar team

Create and develop cocktail menus





Oversee daily operations and service standards

Manage staff training and performance

Assist with roster management and recruitment

Manage labour and cost control (including stock and COGS)

Maintain stock control and ordering

Ensure a consistently high standard of guest experience

Requirements

Previous management or supervisory experience in a quality cocktail bar or hospitality venue

Strong leadership and communication skills

Attention to detail and excellent customer service skills

Interest in Japanese mixology, culture, tea, and coffee

Excellent knowledge of cocktails, spirits, and bar operations

Availability Tuesday to Saturday (Closed Sunday & Monday)

Valid Australian working rights

Benefits of the role include:

- Great team & working environment
- Close to public transport
- Discounts at our sister venue Kuro

Please have your CV ready to attach to the application.

Thanks,

Kahii Management

📌 Bar Manager - Kahii (New South Wales)
🏢 Curated Wealth Pty
📍 New South Wales