Manager

Job Summary:

Malarky’s Irish Pub is a longstanding Newport Beach restaurant and bar known for great hospitality, a lively atmosphere, and a strong local following. We are seeking a hands-on Manager with proven nightlife and late-night management experience to lead our restaurant and bar operations.

This is a fast-paced, guest-facing leadership role that requires someone who is comfortable managing high-volume late-night service, peak nightlife hours, closing operations, guest and employee safety, and a large team in a high-energy environment.

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years of management experience in a nightlife, late-night bar, or high-volume restaurant/bar environment
• Required: Proven experience managing late-night and nightlife operations, including closing shifts and peak nighttime business
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team in a high-volume, high-energy environment
• Experience managing a full-service restaurant and bar operation
• Flexibility to work nights, late nights, weekends, and holidays
• Proven ability to hire, train, coach, and develop employees
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate employees and maintain accountability
• Strong understanding of the pace, service expectations, and operational demands of nightlife
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and decisive under pressure
• Strong guest service and communication skills
• Knowledge of labor management, inventory control, and restaurant/bar operating procedures
• Genuine passion for hospitality and creating an exceptional guest experience
• Current or ability to obtain California Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certification and a California Food Handler Card or ServSafe Manager certification

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day restaurant and bar operations, with a strong focus on late-night and nightlife service
• Lead and motivate the team through peak business periods
• Train, coach, and develop employees to maintain consistent service and operational standards
• Ensure a seamless transition from dinner service into the late-night nightlife environment
• Maintain high standards for guest service, food and beverage quality, cleanliness, and safety
• Manage staffing, scheduling, labor, and productivity
• Monitor inventory, ordering, and cost controls
• Address guest and employee concerns professionally and effectively
• Maintain a visible, hands-on leadership presence on the floor
• Ensure proper closing procedures and operational standards are consistently followed
• Work closely with ownership and leadership to support business goals and continued growth

If you have strong restaurant management experience and a proven background in nightlife or late-night operations, we want to hear from you.

Interested in learning more about Malarky’s? Visit www.malarkyspub.com to learn more.

Pay: $85,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person