Venue Bar Manager in Janesville, Wisconsin at 10 South LLC

Job Description

Bar Manager, Part-Time

Summary

10 South Wedding Venue is part of BEDO Brands, a collection of award-winning brands that focuses on hospitality and the wedding industry, which also includes Mercantile Hall and Bon Bon Belle Bridal Boutique. We are a historic wedding and event space located in Janesville, Wisconsin.

Role Description

Manage bar operations effectively through proper planning, ordering, staffing and execution of services. Ensure that all systems and processes are being followed and executed to provide the best bar experience possible for our customers.

The Bar manager is required to work onsite at 10 South two days per week—Monday and Thursday—on any week that we have events. Approximate Bar Manager hours are 10-12 per week, with additional hours available serving as a regular 10 South Bartender, taking occasional shifts alongside their staff, to support effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to processes.

Responsibilities:

Staff Leadership

• Build, coach, and inspire a talented team of bartenders and barbacks who are passionate about hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, and develop team members who embody 10 South's commitment to service and excellence.
• Deliver clear communication and leadership that keeps the team informed, engaged, and prepared for every event.
• Create staffing plans and schedules that support outstanding service while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Recognize strong performance, address challenges with confidence and care, and help team members reach their full potential.
• Serve as a visible and trusted leader who strengthens both the employee experience and the guest experience.

Operations Management

• Lead all beverage inventory, purchasing, and vendor partnerships to support profitable operations and outstanding events.
• Prepare and execute the bar program for a wide variety of weddings, celebrations, and private events.
• Build efficient systems that keep our bars organized, stocked, and event-ready.
• Drive inventory accuracy, cost control, and operational excellence through thoughtful planning and attention to detail.
• Collaborate closely with Event Managers and venue leadership to ensure a seamless experience for every client and guest.
• Coach and support bar staff by creating clear processes and setting high standards for service and professionalism.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement solutions that strengthen the guest experience and team performance.
• Serve as a key leader in creating memorable celebrations while protecting the operational and financial health of the bar program.

Compensation Pay:

• Bar Manager: $23.00 per hour for hours worked as Bar Manager (work performed outside of events, not tending bar). Not to exceed an average of 10-12 hours per week.
• Bartender: $7.50 per hour plus tips, with a per-fully-executed event guarantee of $300.00 for standard events (weddings) and $200.00 non-standard events (corporate, etc.).

Our Mission: Make other people shine through incredible events.

Our Core Values:

• CARE: We care first for each other, then customers
• SERVICE: We wow our customers with service and hospitality
• PROCESS: We follow repeatable systems to ensure consistently excellent experiences for our customers and co-workers
• IMPROVEMENT: We constantly improve and raise the bar on our service experience, our facility, our brand, and ourselves.

Our core values are the non-negotiable source of every action and decision made at 10 South. They are foundational to our identity and integral to success in this role and beyond.

Apply today to join the 10 South team as our next Bar Manager.