In partnership with one of the most admired and creative teams in the cocktail and spirits community, Mary Mary at The Tasman, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Hobart takes the namesake of Australia’s first private Hospital, St Mary and amplifies it to create a memorable drinking den, cocktail bar and spirits library. It is a convivial, energetic and sophisticated space with a modern approach to cocktail mixology, service, food and the appreciation of fine beverages.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and inspiring Bar Manager to lead our award-winning Mary Mary team.
As Bar Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and success of one of Hobart's premier cocktail destinations. You will drive exceptional guest experiences, champion innovation in beverage offerings, lead and develop a high-performing team, and ensure operational excellence across all aspects of the venue.
With a hands-on leadership style and strong commercial acumen, you will play a key role in maintaining Mary Mary's reputation for world-class cocktails, outstanding service, and luxury hospitality.
Key Accountabilities
- Lead the day-to-day operations of Mary Mary, ensuring seamless service and exceptional guest experiences.
- Inspire, mentor, and develop the bar team through coaching, training, performance management, and succession planning.
- Foster a positive, high-performing culture that reflects Marriott's values and luxury service standards.
- Lead by example on the floor, engaging with guests and creating memorable, personalised experiences.
- Oversee the creation, execution, and ongoing development of the cocktail program in collaboration with the Food & Beverage leadership team.
- Maintain exceptional knowledge of cocktails, spirits, wines, beers, and emerging industry trends to continually elevate the guest offering.
- Ensure all beverages are prepared and presented consistently to brand and venue standards.
- Manage beverage cost, stock control, inventory, ordering, supplier relationships, and wastage to achieve financial objectives.
- Analyse sales performance and implement initiatives to maximise beverage revenue and profitability.
- Develop and execute promotional activities, seasonal beverage menus, and special events to enhance the venue's reputation.
- Ensure compliance with Responsible Service of Alcohol legislation, food safety requirements, workplace health and safety standards, and Marriott brand policies.
- Manage guest feedback and service recovery professionally, ensuring issues are resolved promptly and effectively.
- Prepare rosters, manage labour costs, and oversee daily administrative and operational requirements.
- Collaborate closely with the wider Food & Beverage leadership team to achieve departmental and hotel objectives.
- Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation, and operational excellence throughout the venue.
- Champion continuous improvement through innovation, quality, and exceptional service delivery.
Profile
- Previous experience as a Bar Manager or in a senior leadership role within a premium cocktail bar, luxury hotel, or high-end hospitality venue.
- Extensive knowledge of cocktails, premium spirits, wines, beers, and contemporary beverage trends.
- Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing hospitality teams.
- Strong commercial acumen with experience managing beverage costs, labour budgets, inventory, and financial performance.
- A passion for creating exceptional guest experiences and delivering personalised luxury service.
- Outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities with the capacity to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience managing supplier relationships, stock control, purchasing, and operational planning.
- Proven ability to resolve guest concerns with professionalism and confidence.
- Current Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certification.
- Availability to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays.
- A positive, hands-on leadership style with a commitment to excellence, innovation, and luxury hospitality.
- Full Working Rights in Australia.
Rewards for work, benefits for your lifestyle
- Join a supportive, progressive, and highly experienced team
- Be part of something truly unique within The Tasman experience
- Access generous benefits and discounts for yourself, family, and friends across over 9000+ Marriott properties worldwide
- Extensive career development, learning, and growth opportunities
- Wellbeing programs and initiatives designed to support you personally and professionally
- Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle with easy access to world-class events and experiences across Tasmania
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
The Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts, with over 120 properties in more than 35 countries, offers the promise of authentic experiences that evoke lasting, treasured memories. Our more than 100 years of experience, beginning in 1906 under the Italian CIGA brand – a collection of Europe's most celebrated and iconic properties – serves as a solid foundation as we continuously evolve to exceed the desires of the luxury traveler.
From legendary palaces and remote retreats to timeless modern classics, each luxury hotel and resort is a unique and cherished expression of its locale – a portal to the destination’s cultural charms and treasures. If you are someone with an appreciation for evocative storytelling, a keen interest and passion for this destination's heritage, and a desire to deliver genuine, personalized, and anticipatory hospitality, then we invite you on our journey. In joining The Luxury Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.
