About Riot Hospitality Group

Headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, Riot Hospitality Group is a premier, national hospitality management company dedicated to evolving the typical restaurant landscape into one that provides unique and meaningful experiences for each and every guest.

Here at RHG, we are passionately focused on transforming restaurant and nightlife hospitality. We have transformed the industry's landscape through pushing the envelope of the typical hospitality experience, while maintaining exceptional customer service. The brands under management include Dierks Bentley's Whiskey Row, El Hefe, Farm & Craft, Hand Cut, Riot House, CAKE, Cottontail Lounge / Living Room / WET Deck, Maya Day+Night, Shiv Supper Club, Kauboi, Allegra, and F/Sixteen.

Our mission is simple: To make every single hospitality experience better than the last. We pride ourselves on doing this through leading by example, and our passion for excellence is derived from a lifetime dedication to learning and a commitment to true hospitality.

Hand Cut Chophouse Nashville is looking for a Bar Manager to join our team!

We're searching for a candidate who can:

• Lead, train, coach, and support bartenders and other bar staff to ensure consistent, high-quality guest service.
• Oversee daily bar operations, including opening and closing procedures, staff assignments, cleanliness, organization, and service standards.
• Prepare and serve craft cocktails, beer, wine, and special beverage requests while maintaining consistency and presentation standards.
• Manage guest orders at the bar and ensure service tickets from servers and other team members are completed accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor inventory levels, assist with ordering and receiving products, and minimize waste through proper portioning and inventory controls.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked bar that complies with health, safety, and sanitation requirements.
• Resolve guest concerns professionally and promptly, taking appropriate action to ensure a positive guest experience.
• Support scheduling, shift coverage, team communication, and overall staff performance as needed.
• Collaborate with management and other departments to maintain smooth operations and meet guest needs.

Requirements

• Previous bartending experience required; bar management or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to train, motivate, and manage a team.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and guest service skills.
• Guest-focused mindset with a commitment to delivering exceptional hospitality.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, spirits, beer, wine, and responsible alcohol service.
• Experience with inventory management, ordering, cost control, and minimizing waste.
• Ability to work efficiently and remain professional in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to handle guest concerns and resolve issues professionally.
• Knowledge of health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations.
• Current food handler and alcohol service certifications as required by state and local regulations.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and special events.

Benefits

• Fun work environment in a sweet location with an amazing and collaborative team!
• Access to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, employee assistance program, and pet insurance
• Paid sick leave
• Employee discounts at our many venues
• Exclusive access to events, shows, and other happenings