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Bar Manager in the US

Average Base Salary Compensation
$74,436
20% of roles are tipped, 77% of roles are paid salary
Median $76.5K
Min: $31.2K
Max: $120K
Bar Manager Compensation Ranges
Based on
407
Bar Manager Jobs in the US
Across
12,683
Hospitality businesses in the US
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Bar Manager Compensation in the US

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% Distribution by Job Type
Full Time 91%
Full/Part Time 5%
Part Time 3%
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Median Compensation by Business Type
Fine Dining / Upscale $77.5K
Low: $31.2K
High: $110K
Casual $75K
Low: $31.2K
High: $110K
Fast Food $74.5K
Low: $41.6K
High: $100K
Hotel $72.5K
Low: $47.8K
High: $110K
Other $76.3K
Low: $31.2K
High: $110K
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Median Compensation by Experience
0-1 year $73.8K
Low: $36.4K
High: $100K
2-4 years $75K
Low: $31.2K
High: $110K
4+ years $80K
Low: $42.6K
High: $105K
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Bar Manager Compensation Trends
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Related Positions & Compensation
PositionPos.
Average CompensationAvg. Comp.
Compensation Range
Bartender
$13.37
Median $12.51
Low: $2.13
High: $26.10
Floor Manager
$71,479
Median $72.5K
Low: $38K
High: $105K
Assistant General Manager
$77,103
Median $77.5K
Low: $43K
High: $110K
Barback
$14.28
Median $12.62
Low: $2.83
High: $28.00
Server
$14.12
Median $13.50
Low: $2.13
High: $28.00
Sommelier
$18.79
Median $17.25
Low: $11.35
High: $38.46
Busser
$14.67
Median $15.00
Low: $2.13
High: $28.00
General Manager
$87,696
Median $85K
Low: $41.6K
High: $150K
Service Manager
$75,330
Median $75K
Low: $52K
High: $103K
Average Benefits
Health Insurance
78%
Dental Insurance
65%
Vision Insurance
62%
Paid Time Off
78%
401(k)
48%
Commuter Benefits
39%
Potential Bonuses
41%
Dining Discounts
67%
Wellness Program
17%
Life Insurance
8%
Equity Stock Options
0%
Profit Sharing
0%
Travel Expenses
1%
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Career Resources for Bar Manager

Top Required Skills for a Bar Manager
Leadership
63.88% have this skill
Adaptability
63.64% have this skill
Communication
60.69% have this skill
Attention to Detail
58.48% have this skill
Time Management
57.74% have this skill
Training Others
52.09% have this skill
Bar Manager Jobs in the US

Bar & Service Manager

Lucky Duck PHL
Philadelphia, PA
Full Time
Lucky Duck, the newest addition bar & restaurant on the Philly Waterfront, is looking to fill the Bar & Service Manager position! Lucky Duck...
View Job$60,000 - $65,000

Bar Manager

Cote Korean Steakhouse - Flatiron
New York, NY
Full/Part Time
COTE, the carnivorous vision of proprietor Simon Kim, blends the dining experience of Korean Barbeque together with the hallmarks of a classic American Steakhouse....
View Job$90,000 - $100,000

Bar Manager

Lulla
New York, NY
Full Time
Renwick Hospitality Group is looking to add a talented & passionate leader to our team at Lulla. Our company is all about growth, and...
View Job$70,000 - $80,000

Bar Manager

Legacy27 Kitchen & Cocktail
Newark, NJ
Full Time
Bar Manager Legacy 27 Kitchen & Cocktail📍 Newark, NJFull-Time | Salaried Leadership Position We're looking for an experienced Bar Manager who is passionate about...
View Job$60,000 - $65,000

Bar Manager

Trani's Dockside Station
Los Angeles, CA
Full Time
Job Overview We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Bar Manager to lead our bar team and ensure an exceptional guest experience. In this...
View Job$22-$25/hr

Bar Manager

Ray's Hometown Bar - Detroit
Detroit, MI
Full Time
James Beard Award-Winning Chef Andrew Carmellini and the New York City-based NoHo Hospitality Group team is seeking a Bar Manager for the opening of Ray's Hometown Bar in...
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