Bar Manager Social & Listening Room

Social is where energy craft and hospitality converge. From sunlit afternoons to vinyl-fueled nights in the hidden Listening Room this is a space for hospitality professionals who thrive on curiosity connection and rhythm. 
 
The Bar Manager supports the Social General Manager in delivering the full bar vision with a special focus on cocktail programs and the Listening Room experiences. You act as a barroom curator guiding guests through thoughtfully crafted drinks sensory experiences and discovery-led service moments. This role balances operational responsibility with creative execution ensuring every pour playlist and tableside ritual is intentional. 

Start Date: April 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time
Pay Rate: $55000 - $62000 per year dependent on experience. 
Reports to: Bar General Manager

Key Responsibilities 

Operational Leadership 

• Assist with daily operations across the main bar lounge and Listening Room. 
• Lead cocktail service from modern classics to wellness-forward creations and rare spirit experiences. 
• Maintain cellar and inventory organization quality and cost control. 
• Support scheduling operational flow and team engagement. 
• Model composure craft and attentive guest service on the floor. 

Experience & Storytelling 

• Own the execution and storytelling of the Listening Room experiences including Dealers Choice Rare Whisky Pairing and Craft Your Own. 
• Collaborate on seasonal cocktail menus batch programs and special events. 
• Curate energy rhythm and atmosphere alongside the Social Manager culinary team and entertainment team. 
• Ensure consistency of tone: confident curious and intentional across all services. 

People Leadership & Development 

• Coach and develop bartenders and service staff in mixology techniques tableside rituals and storytelling. 
• Inspire commitment and high performance by enrolling buy-in rather than directing through authority. 
• Foster a culture of creativity ownership and emotional intelligence. 
• Act as a visible composed leader during high-energy or high-pressure services. 

Qualifications :

What You Bring 

Strong cocktail knowledge with experience in modern craft-forward programs. 
Comfortable leading both fast-paced bar service and intimate high-touch experiences. 
Passion for hospitality rituals storytelling and guest discovery. 
Skilled at building team confidence and inspiring creativity. 
ProServe certification required. 

Bonus If You Bring 

Experience with concept-driven spaces (speakeasy Listening Room secret menu). 
Background in luxury hotels or high-volume destination nightlife. 
Passion for developing beverage programs and experiential bar models. 
Formal beverage spirits or leadership education. 

Who You Are 

You are socially confident perceptive and energetic thriving in environments where energy shifts from day to night. You find purpose in shaping both the guest experience and the team behind it. 
You lead with clarity without being forceful anticipate moments without over-directing and motivate others through trust and example. Pressure sharpens your focus not your tone. 
At Social you dont just assist operations you help set the rhythm guide the mood and support moments that guests will remember long after the music fades. 

Lead with intention. Stay moved. 

Physical Demands 

Continuous standing and walking throughout service periods. 
Frequent bending reaching and lifting up to 11lbs (5kg); occasional lifting up to 22lbs (10kg). 
Ability to work at a faster-than-average pace in a high-energy bar environment. 

Visa Requirements: Must be legally authorized to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization. 

Additional Information :

Job Perks & Benefits: 

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical Vision & Dental) including extended benefits like; Mental Health Orthodontics Fertility Drugs and Gender Affirmation for full time permanent status employees after 3 months.  
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan with employer matching up to 5% of annual earnings for full time permanent status employees. 
• Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Accor properties world-wide. 
• Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program exclusive room rates for colleagues which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Accor Hotels in Banff Lake Louise Jasper & Whistler. 
• One complimentary buffet meal per shift in our staff cafeteria. 
• Subsidized shared Staff Accommodation. 

Apply Today: Whether youre just starting your journey or seeking your next adventure wed love to hear from you. Explore current opportunities and discover what it means to be a Heartist at . 

Were committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process please reach out confidentially at  and well work with you to ensure your needs are met. 

At Rimrock Banff we believe that diversity makes us stronger and inclusion moves us forward. 

Our team is made up of individuals from across the globe each bringing their own culture perspective and a place as naturally diverse as Banff National Park its only fitting that our workplace reflects the same richness. 

Whether youre on shift or in staff housing we want every Heartist to feel seen valued and free to be fully themselves regardless of race culture gender identity religion abilities sexual orientation or age. 

Inclusion isnt a box we check its a value we live. And while were proud of our progress we know theres always more to learn more ways to grow and more voices to elevate. 

Together we build a workplace where belonging isnt just possible its expected. 

Be you. Be bold. Stay moved. 

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time