About the business

Formally known as the Lands, Titles and Treasury buildings, the State Buildings are located in the historic heart of Perth CBD. Connecting three iconic heritage buildings into one vibrant cultural destination.

The precinct has become one of the city’s favourite meeting places and is home to an award-winning collection of restaurants and bars, including Petition, Beer Corner, Wine Merchant, Long Chim, Wildflower, Cape Arid Rooms, POST Osteria & Bar and more.

Long Chim’s offering is a celebration of traditional Thai street food with contemporary flavours, alongside award winning cocktails of ‘The Lonely Traveller program’, influenced from journeys to Thailand. Founded by Chef David Thompson, Australia’s leading authority on all things Thai, Long Chim embraces traditional Thai techniques with banging Australian produce. Service is genuine, cheeky and a little bit spicy.

About the role

The Bar Manager is responsible for the daily and weekly management of the bar, operations and leadership of the bar team, ensuring the highest standards of beverage and experience is provided to guests.

Duties

We are seeking an experienced Bar Manager to lead our bar team at Long Chim and work to the direction of the Venue Manager. You will be passionate about hospitality and providing guests with an exceptional experience. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Implement, review and maintain Long Chim’s Standard Operating Procedures.
• Follow up on day-to-day operational duties of the bar.
• Develop your team professionally & maintain a healthy work environment.
• Managing the beverage offering to an exceptionally high standard, including quality control, ordering, budgets and stocktaking.
• You will inspire and encourage the team to achieve a high level of experience for guests and deliver a consistent premium product.
• Ensure the team are knowledgeable, professional & engaging whilst keeping up to date with VIP guest profiles and movements, events, local attractions and activities.
• Encourage menu development from your team to ensure a collaborative menu.

Benefits

Working for the State Buildings gives you access to some of the most desirable benefits, such as:

• Structured mentoring and R&D sessions with your Bar Operations Manager.
• A culture based on values of passion, creativity and style.
• Discounts across all venues within the State Buildings.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program to help assist with any personal or work-related issues in a positive manner.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Staff rec room provided with meals, couches & entertainment.
• Staff facilities including showers.