Assistant Bar Manager Jobs
Assistant Bar Manager jobs are open across hotels, restaurants, nightclubs, and hospitality groups, at levels from floor supervisor to senior assistant manager, with specializations in inventory control, staff training, and beverage program development. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Assistant Colorist, Hair Color Bar
The Assistant Colorist at Madison Reed Hair Color Bar supports the Licensed Colorists and Shift Lead to provide a seamless guest experience from arrival to departure as you learn the services and work towards your next role. You love beauty and hair color, and you pride yourself on helping guests find the best color for them and executing their service with perfection.
The Madison Reed Assistant Colorist is the expert on Madison Reed consultations, hair care products, shampooing and conditioning, blowout services, unlimited roots membership program and subscriptions while learning and practicing services offered. Learning how to connect with guests and fellow team members to foster a focused and friendly work environment, meet the demands of a busy day, keeping the environment clean and organized while building relationships and supporting each other, the Assistant Colorist is in training for promotion to Licensed Colorist in 3-9 months. #livelifecolorfully
This role reports to the Manager, can be full or part time depending on business needs and requires availability at peak times to best serve our guest needs.
At Madison Reed, we aim to pay competitively. Compensation for this role consists of base hourly pay, commissions, and tips. Potential earnings for this location range from $28 - $30 per hour. Actual compensation contingent on factors including Hair Color Bar performance, tenure, and time behind the chair.
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate and develop teamwork skills to provide a guest experience aligned with our values of Love, Joy, Trust, Courage and Responsibility.
- Perform behind-the-chair services such as assisting in finishing services and shampooing and conditioning services, styling, blowouts, hot tool styling, treatment and toner services, and add on product application per guest request.
- Contribute to achieving monthly sales goals and other key performance indicators, including but not limited to: retail sales, services, memberships.
- Ensure Hair Color Bar meets company standards as it relates to cleanliness, merchandising, inventory, company asset security.
- Adhere to protocols regarding Madison Reed systems, policies, processes and procedures.
- Drive Hair Color Bar revenue through increasing the average service ticket through additional services, sales of unlimited roots memberships, subscriptions, home hair care and more.
- Take a proactive approach by demonstrating the willingness to learn and complete the Assistant
- Colorist to Colorist Training including mastering color theory and developing behind the chair application skills to grow your career within Madison Reed
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, team members will regularly stand, walk for four plus consecutive hours; repetitive and regular bending and twisting at the waist; manipulating fingers and hands, bend and reach wrists and arms, reach with hands and arms or move up to ten pounds. May occasionally sit, kneel, stoop, crouch, and lift, push, pull up to ten pounds. Additionally, team members will communicate regularly with guests via ongoing conversations and consultations.
Qualifications:
- Active cosmetology license in the state in which you are applying.
- Entry level experience in any customer service or retail sales environment; salon or beauty industry experience preferred.
- Effective communication, strong problem solving and people skills, in a fast-paced retail or salon environment.
- Comfortable operating point of sale systems
- Fluency in English
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision & FSA (FT Only)
- Employee Assistance Program (FT and PT)
- Pre-tax Commuter (Parking & Transit) Basic (FT Only *)
- Life AD&D (FT Only)
- Short & Long-term Disability (FT Only)
- Accident Insurance (FT Only)
- Critical Illness Hospital (FT Only)
- Hospital Indemnity (FT Only)
- Parental Leave* (FT Only - Dependent on Tenure and Position)
- Team Member Discount: Working Advantage (FT & PT)
- Pet Insurance (FT & PT)
- One Medical Membership (FT & PT)
- The College Tuition Benefit (FT & PT)
- 401k Plans (FT & PT)
- Paid Vacation Time (FT Only)
- Paid Holidays (FT & PT)
- Additional benefits may be available depending on geographic location
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, team members will regularly stand, walk for four plus consecutive hours; repetitive and regular bending and twisting at the waist; manipulating fingers and hands, bend and reach wrists and arms, reach with hands and arms or move up to ten pounds. May occasionally sit, kneel, stoop, crouch, and lift, push, pull up to ten pounds. Additionally, team members will communicate regularly with guests via ongoing conversations and consultations.
Equal Opportunity Statement Madison Reed is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting, training, compensating, and promoting our employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, disability, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Inclusion is at the heart of what we do, from the way we craft our job descriptions to the values we espouse daily.Pay Transparency The posted pay range for this role represents the expected compensation for this position. Actual offers are determined by a number of factors including the applicant's experience, skills, and location.Background Checks & Fair Chance We comply with all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and other applicable laws within the city, county, and state candidates are located.Accommodations We value inclusion and are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to complete the interview process. If you require an accommodation, please contact hiring@madison-reed.com as early as possible.
Note to Recruiters Madison Reed does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing vendors or search firms and does not pay fees for any such resumes. All unsolicited resumes are considered the property of Madison Reed.
Assistant Colorist, Hair Color Bar
The Assistant Colorist at Madison Reed Hair Color Bar supports the Licensed Colorists and Shift Lead to provide a seamless guest experience from arrival to departure as you learn the services and work towards your next role. You love beauty and hair color, and you pride yourself on helping guests find the best color for them and executing their service with perfection.
The Madison Reed Assistant Colorist is the expert on Madison Reed consultations, hair care products, shampooing and conditioning, blowout services, unlimited roots membership program and subscriptions while learning and practicing services offered. Learning how to connect with guests and fellow team members to foster a focused and friendly work environment, meet the demands of a busy day, keeping the environment clean and organized while building relationships and supporting each other, the Assistant Colorist is in training for promotion to Licensed Colorist in 3-9 months. #livelifecolorfully
This role reports to the Manager, can be full or part time depending on business needs and requires availability at peak times to best serve our guest needs.
At Madison Reed, we aim to pay competitively. Compensation for this role consists of base hourly pay, commissions, and tips. Potential earnings for this location range from $28 - $30 per hour. Actual compensation contingent on factors including Hair Color Bar performance, tenure, and time behind the chair.
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate and develop teamwork skills to provide a guest experience aligned with our values of Love, Joy, Trust, Courage and Responsibility.
- Perform behind-the-chair services such as assisting in finishing services and shampooing and conditioning services, styling, blowouts, hot tool styling, treatment and toner services, and add on product application per guest request.
- Contribute to achieving monthly sales goals and other key performance indicators, including but not limited to: retail sales, services, memberships.
- Ensure Hair Color Bar meets company standards as it relates to cleanliness, merchandising, inventory, company asset security.
- Adhere to protocols regarding Madison Reed systems, policies, processes and procedures.
- Drive Hair Color Bar revenue through increasing the average service ticket through additional services, sales of unlimited roots memberships, subscriptions, home hair care and more.
- Take a proactive approach by demonstrating the willingness to learn and complete the Assistant
- Colorist to Colorist Training including mastering color theory and developing behind the chair application skills to grow your career within Madison Reed
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, team members will regularly stand, walk for four plus consecutive hours; repetitive and regular bending and twisting at the waist; manipulating fingers and hands, bend and reach wrists and arms, reach with hands and arms or move up to ten pounds. May occasionally sit, kneel, stoop, crouch, and lift, push, pull up to ten pounds. Additionally, team members will communicate regularly with guests via ongoing conversations and consultations.
Qualifications:
- Active cosmetology license in the state in which you are applying.
- Entry level experience in any customer service or retail sales environment; salon or beauty industry experience preferred.
- Effective communication, strong problem solving and people skills, in a fast-paced retail or salon environment.
- Comfortable operating point of sale systems
- Fluency in English
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision & FSA (FT Only)
- Employee Assistance Program (FT and PT)
- Pre-tax Commuter (Parking & Transit) Basic (FT Only *)
- Life AD&D (FT Only)
- Short & Long-term Disability (FT Only)
- Accident Insurance (FT Only)
- Critical Illness Hospital (FT Only)
- Hospital Indemnity (FT Only)
- Parental Leave* (FT Only - Dependent on Tenure and Position)
- Team Member Discount: Working Advantage (FT & PT)
- Pet Insurance (FT & PT)
- One Medical Membership (FT & PT)
- The College Tuition Benefit (FT & PT)
- 401k Plans (FT & PT)
- Paid Vacation Time (FT Only)
- Paid Holidays (FT & PT)
- Additional benefits may be available depending on geographic location
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this position, team members will regularly stand, walk for four plus consecutive hours; repetitive and regular bending and twisting at the waist; manipulating fingers and hands, bend and reach wrists and arms, reach with hands and arms or move up to ten pounds. May occasionally sit, kneel, stoop, crouch, and lift, push, pull up to ten pounds. Additionally, team members will communicate regularly with guests via ongoing conversations and consultations.
Equal Opportunity Statement Madison Reed is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to recruiting, training, compensating, and promoting our employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, disability, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Inclusion is at the heart of what we do, from the way we craft our job descriptions to the values we espouse daily.Pay Transparency The posted pay range for this role represents the expected compensation for this position. Actual offers are determined by a number of factors including the applicant's experience, skills, and location.Background Checks & Fair Chance We comply with all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and other applicable laws within the city, county, and state candidates are located.Accommodations We value inclusion and are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations to complete the interview process. If you require an accommodation, please contact hiring@madison-reed.com as early as possible.
Note to Recruiters Madison Reed does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing vendors or search firms and does not pay fees for any such resumes. All unsolicited resumes are considered the property of Madison Reed.
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Who's Hiring
- Madison Reed37
- Four Seasons3
- Hollywood Casino3
- Marriott International2
- BB Wolf's1B
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant bar manager jobs.
- Two or more years of bartending or bar supervisory experience in a high-volume setting
- Proven ability to manage inventory, track pour costs, and reduce waste
- TIPS, ServSafe Alcohol, or equivalent responsible beverage service certification
- Experience scheduling staff and managing shift coverage across a bar team
- Strong knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, and contemporary cocktail preparation
- Ability to open and close the bar including cash handling and end-of-night reporting
Tips for Your Assistant Bar Manager Job Search
Tailor your resume to beverage operations
Highlight specific metrics like weekly pour cost percentages, inventory variance, and staff scheduling. Hiring managers for assistant bar manager roles want to see you understand cost control, not just cocktail knowledge. Vague hospitality bullet points get skipped.
Get your TIPS certification before applying
Many bar management postings list TIPS or ServSafe Alcohol certification as a requirement, not a preference. Having it on your resume before you apply removes a gatekeeping objection early and shows you take responsible beverage service seriously.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant bar manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by venue type strategically
An assistant bar manager role at a hotel rooftop bar requires very different skills than one at a dive bar or craft cocktail lounge. Filter your search by venue type and frame your resume language to mirror the tone and service style of each specific posting.
Prepare for a working interview
Many bars ask assistant bar manager candidates to work a short shift rather than just answer questions. Know the venue's cocktail menu ahead of time, demonstrate clean station habits, and show how you coach staff on the floor, not just how you talk about it.
Negotiate schedule authority, not just pay
When an offer comes, ask who controls shift scheduling and how inventory ordering is approved. Assistant bar managers who lack real operational authority burn out fast. Clarifying decision-making scope in the offer stage protects you from a title without real responsibility.
Assistant Bar Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant bar managers?
Madison Reed, Four Seasons, and Hollywood Casino are hiring the most assistant bar managers right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hotel groups and national restaurant chains tend to post the highest volume of these roles consistently.
How many assistant bar manager jobs are remote?
About 0% of assistant bar manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most bar operations. The small share of remote-compatible work tends to involve beverage program consulting, menu development, or training coordination roles within larger hospitality corporate structures.
How do you become an assistant bar manager?
Start by building several years of bartending experience in a busy, full-service environment where you interact with both guests and a full bar team. Take on unofficial leadership responsibilities like training new hires, running inventory counts, and stepping in during a manager's absence. Earn a recognized responsible beverage certification, then apply for assistant manager roles at venues where the head bar manager has room to mentor you into the operational side.
Can you get an assistant bar manager job with little experience?
Some venues will promote a strong bartender into an assistant bar manager role with less than two years of experience if they show leadership instincts on the floor. Focus on demonstrating that you already handle manager-adjacent tasks: opening or closing shifts, training coworkers, ordering supplies, or resolving guest complaints without escalating. Document those contributions specifically on your resume rather than listing them as general responsibilities.
What does the assistant bar manager interview process look like?
Most assistant bar manager interviews start with a phone or video screen focused on your operations background and leadership style. A second round typically involves an in-person conversation with the general manager or director of food and beverage covering inventory management, staff conflict scenarios, and your familiarity with the venue's service model. Many employers also include a working trial shift or a practical skills assessment before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to assistant bar manager jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant bar manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level and venue preference, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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