Bar Manager – RUSE BAR & Brasserie, Parramatta

$80K - $90K + Super + Tips

Manage a team of professional bartenders and floor staff

At RUSE BAR & Brasserie, we pride ourselves on delivering a dynamic and elevated dining and bar experience in the heart of Parramatta. Known for our exceptional cocktails, curated wine list, and vibrant atmosphere, we are now seeking an experienced and passionate Bar Manager to lead our bar operations and drive excellence in service, innovation, and hospitality.

The Role

As Bar Manager, you will oversee the full operation of our bar, ensuring world-class service and creating memorable guest experiences. This is a hands-on leadership role, where you’ll balance operational management with inspiring and mentoring your team.

You will be responsible for:

Leadership & Team Management: Recruiting, training, rostering, and mentoring bar staff to deliver consistent and professional service.

Beverage Program Development: Driving innovation across cocktail menus, spirits, wine, and beer offerings while maintaining alignment with the RUSE brand identity.

Operational Excellence: Managing daily bar operations, ensuring smooth service, compliance with licensing, RSA, OH&S, and stock control requirements.

Financial Management: Monitoring budgets, controlling costs, managing inventory, and working to achieve financial targets.

Customer Experience: Leading by example on the floor, engaging with guests, and ensuring a high standard of hospitality and customer satisfaction.

Collaboration: Working closely with the General Manager, Head Chef, and wider management team to deliver cohesive service across the venue.

About You

You are an experienced bar leader with a genuine passion for hospitality, strong knowledge of beverages, and a flair for delivering innovative and memorable bar experiences.

You will bring:

Proven experience in a Bar Manager or Senior Bar Supervisor role within a high-volume, premium venue.

Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wine, and current bar trends.

Exceptional leadership, training, and people management skills.

Strong financial acumen with the ability to manage budgets, stock, and reporting.

Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, with a calm and professional approach under pressure.

A passion for hospitality and a commitment to delivering standout guest experiences.

RSA certification (essential).

What We Offer

Competitive salary package

Opportunity to shape and grow the RUSE beverage program.

Work in a vibrant, contemporary venue with a strong reputation in Western Sydney.

Supportive and passionate hospitality team culture.

Career growth opportunities within a growing business.

If you’re a motivated and creative hospitality professional ready to take ownership of an exciting role, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume and a short cover letter outlining why you’re the right fit for RUSE BAR & Brasserie. Email your application to [email protected]