Bar Manager

A Bar Manager oversees daily operations at a bar, hotel or other licensed venue. You’ll supervise a team of staff and ensure bar operations are running smoothly. Bar Managers take care of budgets and finances and make sure supplies are ordered. You might deal with any problems that arise during a shift and may organise special events or functions.

Bar Managers should be organised and able to manage several tasks at once. It’s important you are a good leader and can communicate well with staff and bar patrons. Bar Managers should have good problem solving abilities and must be able to manage their time well. You might have to work irregular hours such as nights, weekends and holidays.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $93,600
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a bar manager?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
SIT60322

Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
3 - 104 months
$0 - $59,455
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SIT60322

Advanced Diploma of Hospitality Management (Food and Beverage)

On Campus, Online
12 - 22 months
$0 - $24,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SIT50422

Diploma of Hospitality Management (Food and Beverage)

Blended, On Campus, Online
9 - 24 months
$0 - $18,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SITHFAB021

Provide Responsible Service of Alcohol

Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
1 - 4 days
$0 - $1,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Bar Attendant Bar Manager Bartender
MLPLCA001

Manage Legislative Responsibilities for the Sale, Supply and Service of Liquor

Blended, Online
1 day
$0 - $139
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
MLPLCA002

Manage Premises for the Sale, Supply and Service of Liquor

Online
1 day
$100
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SITSS00071

Responsible Service of Alcohol

Blended, On Campus, Online
1 - 4 days
$0 - $190
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SITSS00070

Hospitality Compliance Skill Set

On Campus
1 day
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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