so you’ve run good bars before. now it’s time to run the bar.

you’re not new to this game.
you’ve been in the trenches, you’ve closed big nights, you’ve trained up green staff and made 'em shine.
you’ve tasted more espresso martinis than you’d admit to your mum, and you can spot a weak pour from across the room.

but you’re over half-arsed operations, corporate clipboards, and being just another cog.
you want your own show — something you can own, shape, lead, grow.

welcome to bar lee.

we’re not some soulless chain.
we’re the bar people tell their mates about.
where the drinks are world-class, the lighting’s moody, the vibe’s warm, and the crowd?
solid. no tools, no trouble.

this gig’s for the bar manager who wants to make their mark — who’s ready to take the reins and build something unforgettable.
if that’s you, read on.

about us

bar lee is echuca’s go-to for cocktails, food and good times.
we back our team, we back our craft, and we know what makes a night memorable.

the crew’s tight.
solid people who know how to work, have a laugh, and take pride in what they do.

we actually train our staff — proper systems, solid handovers, and room to grow.
you’ll never be chucked on shift and told “you’ll be sweet” — we’re better than that.

you’ll work the kind of shifts that make sense for real life.
we’re open late but we’re not running till sunrise.

this is a venue where people want to be — staff and customers alike.
and it shows in the energy, the regulars, and the pride people have saying:
“i work at bar lee.”

about the role

you’ll run the bar like it’s yours. cause it is.
you’ll lead from the front — on the floor, in the flow, with the team.
we’re not looking for a clipboard manager. we’re looking for a presence.

you’ll be responsible for:

managing day-to-day bar ops — clean, sharp, smooth

setting the tone and vibe each night — music, energy, pace

mentoring & developing the team — coaching, training, lifting

running cocktail innovation — new drinks, seasonal twists, consistent classics

staying across stock, compliance & cost control — no mess, no gaps

working with kitchen & FOH to make service seamless

handling any problems that pop up — calm, clear, confident

driving bookings, table turnover, and experience

your crew will follow your lead. so it’s gotta be a good one.
and you’ll have full backing from the owners to do it your way — as long as it works.

who’s this for?

you live and breathe hospo.
this isn’t your side hustle while you “figure things out.”
this is your jam. your lane. your pride.

you’ve worked high-end cocktail bars, busy nights, and high-pressure services — and kept cool.
you don’t flinch when it’s packed.
you thrive in it.

you get cocktails, hospitality, numbers, and team dynamics.
you can balance the books and balance a tray.

you want to grow something — not just hold the fort.
you want ownership.
you want to build a team that respects you, and a place you can be proud of.

you show up.
you’ve got presence.
you’ve got polish without the ego.

sound like you?

reasons to work at bar lee

no soulless chain vibes here — this is a real-deal, independent cocktail bar with personality.

the drinks? world-class. the crew? even better.

you’ll actually get trained properly — not just chucked on the floor and told “you’ll be sweet”.

we care about quality, but don’t take ourselves too seriously.

weekend work, but no split shifts or 3am finishes — we respect your time.

your ideas are welcome — we’re always evolving and experimenting.

great music, solid lighting, beautiful bar — no daggy venues here.

we attract good customers. you’ll spend less time dealing with d*ckheads

everyone pulls their weight — no hiding behind the pass.

honest, upfront leadership that gives a sh!t.

we shut the doors at a reasonable hour. none of this 5am mess.

you’ll be proud to say “i work at bar lee.”

what we offer

your own stage — this is your venue to run, grow, and put your stamp on

a strong, respectful team that has your back

freedom to be creative — we love new ideas, new cocktails, new experiences

leadership that listens and backs you

epic food, epic drinks, epic customers

no 3am finishes — we’re reasonable humans

proper systems, proper support — you won’t be flying blind

a beautiful venue that attracts the right crowd

ongoing opportunities to grow with us — this ain’t a dead-end job

ready to own this role?

if you’ve read this far, you’re probably the one.
but we only want people who follow through.

apply now by sending your cv and a 2-minute video (just filmed on your phone is fine) to:
[email protected]

in the vid, tell us:

who you are

why you’re the right fit

what bar culture means to you

no cv + no video = no interview.
don’t make it weird. we’re just filtering for people who can follow a process.

wanna stand out?
drop in, say g’day, and introduce yourself.
maybe have a drink while you’re at it.

we’ll see you soon.