Bar Assistant General Manager

Winnies is hiring now: ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER

Winnies is a brand-new college bar opening in August 2026, and we're looking for an Assistant General Manager to help us launch and lead our team from day one. This is a rare opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a new concept, shape our culture and operations from the start, and grow alongside the business as we establish ourselves in the Lexington scene. We reward our employees with competitive compensation and benefits, frequent growth and promotion opportunities, and a lively, collaborative working environment.

• Small business work provides regular opportunities for collaboration directly with company owners / leaders

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure day-to-day business operations at Winnies run smoothly

• Organize, run and supervise smooth and efficient daily opening and closing shifts to create an exceptional and safe experience for guests and employees

• Lead our hourly employee team in a way that encourages camaraderie and excitement to promote a fun and safe atmosphere

• Assist with recruiting, interviewing, and training employees, and assist the GM with HR and administrative duties as needed

• Assist GM in managing costs, driving sales and growing the business in support of financial goals

• Drive marketing campaigns from beginning stages to final implementation

• Collaborate with the broader management team to develop promotions, discuss marketing strategies, identify advertising opportunities to drive business

• Curate a positive customer service attitude amongst all team members

• Enforce store and government policies with guests and employees to maintain a safe, compliant environment

• Perform regular and ad hoc inventories of beverages and other store supplies; place orders and accept and inspect deliveries

• Use good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests and employees

• Work a variety of days and shifts (including days, late nights, and weekends)

• Move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications:

• Willingness to be flexible and adaptable, learn on the job and think outside the box,

• 2+ years experience in hospitality, marketing, sales or other related field

• Minimum Age: Must be 21 years of age or older

• Background Check: Must pass a pre-employment background check

• 2+ years leading teams and demonstrated ability to promote teamwork

• Ability to build relationships with co-workers and guests to drive business and foster collaborative work environment

• Strong organizational and time management skills; demonstrated history of trustworthiness and reliability

• Interest in or experience with entrepreneurship; excitement about driving sales and growing a small business

Winnies is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.