Restaurant Bar Manager

Now Hiring: Restaurant Bar Manager Location: BaBaLoo Lounge – Palm Desert, CA BaBaLoo Lounge, a vibrant Latin-Caribbean inspired restaurant and cocktail lounge, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Restaurant & Bar Manager to lead our team. This is a hands-on leadership role in a high-energy, hospitality-driven environment where culinary artistry and craft cocktails meet an unforgettable guest experience. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee daily restaurant and bar operations, ensuring smooth, efficient service. • Lead, train, and motivate FOH & BOH staff to deliver exceptional hospitality. • Manage scheduling, payroll, and labor compliance. • Manage menu creation and revisions plus ALOHA POS data entry and edits. • Monitor food, beverage, and labor costs, contributing to profitability and efficiency. • Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and service standards. • Partner with ownership on marketing initiatives, events, and brand promotions. • Maintain strong vendor relationships and oversee purchasing & inventory. Qualifications: • Minimum 3+ years of management experience in a high-volume restaurant/bar. • Strong leadership and organizational skills with a hands-on approach. • Knowledge of California labor laws and compliance requirements. • Proven experience with bar programs, cocktails, and wine/spirits knowledge. • Excellent communication, bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus. • Ability to thrive under pressure while maintaining a professional, positive attitude. • Open Availability. This job must be your priority. Why Join BaBaLoo? • Be part of a growing, creative, and dynamic hospitality concept. • Competitive pay with growth opportunities. • A lively atmosphere where Latin, Caribbean, and Peruvian flavors inspire everything we do. APPLY TODAY with your resume, you cover letter and portfolio of previous bar programs. Join us at BaBaLoo Lounge, Palm Desert—where passion meets hospitality.