About Filia

Filia is a modern European café, restaurant and wine bar offering specialty coffee, quality food, wine and cocktails in a welcoming, vibrant environment. We pride ourselves on creating memorable guest experiences through quality products, genuine hospitality and a passionate team.

We are looking for an experienced and driven Bar Manager to lead our bar operations and help continue building Filia into a standout hospitality destination.

Position Overview

The Bar Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the bar, ensuring exceptional beverage quality, efficient service, strong team performance and effective stock management.

This role requires a hands-on leader who can balance operational responsibilities with excellent customer service, staff development and a strong understanding of beverage operations.

Key Responsibilities

Bar Operations & Service

- Oversee daily bar operations across café and evening service.
- Maintain consistently high standards across cocktails, wine, spirits, beer and other beverages.
- Develop, implement and maintain beverage recipes, specifications and presentation standards.
- Ensure the bar is properly set up, organised, clean and service-ready.
- Monitor service efficiency and work alongside the team during busy periods.
- Maintain compliance with responsible service of alcohol (RSA) and relevant liquor licensing requirements.

Team Leadership & Development

- Lead, train and develop the bar team.
- Prepare and manage bar staff rosters in line with operational requirements.
- Conduct staff training on beverage knowledge, service standards and preparation techniques.
- Set explicit expectations around presentation, accountability and teamwork.
- Foster a positive, professional and supportive working environment.

Stock & Financial Management

- Manage beverage ordering, stock levels and supplier relationships.
- Conduct regular stocktakes and monitor wastage.




- Identify opportunities to improve beverage profitability and reduce unnecessary costs.
- Monitor beverage costs, margins and overall bar performance.
- Ensure accurate stock rotation, storage and inventory management.

Menu Development

- Assist with developing and refreshing the cocktail, wine and beverage menus.
- Introduce seasonal drinks and creative beverage offerings.
- Maintain strong product knowledge and ensure the team can confidently recommend beverages.
- Identify current products and trends that align with Filia's brand and customer base.

Customer Experience

- Maintain exceptional hospitality and guest engagement.
- Handle customer feedback and resolve service issues professionally.
- Ensure guests receive consistent, high-quality beverage experiences.
- Work collaboratively with kitchen, floor and management teams to maintain smooth service.

Skills & Experience

- Previous experience in a bar management or senior supervisory position.
- Strong knowledge of cocktails, wine, spirits and beverage service.
- Experience managing and developing hospitality teams.
- Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills.
- Understanding of stock control, ordering, wastage and beverage cost management.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced café and restaurant environment.
- Current Victorian RSA certification.
- A genuine passion for hospitality, beverage quality and customer experience.

What We Are Looking For

We want someone who takes pride in their work, leads by example and has a genuine passion for creating an exceptional bar experience.

The ideal candidate is proactive, commercially minded, creative and confident taking ownership of their department. They understand that great hospitality comes from consistency, attention to detail and a team that genuinely cares about what they do.

At Filia, we are looking for someone who doesn't just manage a bar — they build it, develop it and take pride in its success.

Pay: $27.76 – $29.48 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 – 45.0 per week

Benefits:

- Employee discount
- Free drinks
- Free food

Work Location: In person

📌 Bar Manager (Strathmore)
🏢 Filia Coffee & Wine
📍 Strathmore