The Operations Manager runs every part of the nightclub day to day, so the club operates profitably and legally without owner involvement. This person is the senior on-site leader on every operating night and the single point of accountability for staff, guests, compliance, and financial results.

Company: Panash Hospitality Group

Reports to: Owners through a weekly written report and a monthly review meeting

Direct reports: Bar Tenders, Head of Security, Floor Manager, Promotions & Events Coordinator, Office/Admin staff

Status: Full-time

Key responsibilities

Nightly operations

Open and close the club; run pre-shift meetings and end-of-night walkthroughs
Set staffing levels for each night based on bookings, events, and forecast attendance
Oversee door, bar, floor, VIP/bottle service, coat check, and cleaning
Resolve guest complaints and incidents on the spot
Maintain opening/closing checklists and a nightly manager's log

Liquor license and legal compliance

Ensure full compliance with the NJ Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) rules, the license conditions, and local municipal ordinances
Enforce ID checks, no service to minors or visibly intoxicated guests, and legal hours of sale
Keep all staff alcohol-server training (e.g., TIPS or equivalent) current and documented
Maintain occupancy limits, fire code, health department, and building requirements
Act as the club's contact for police, ABC inspectors, fire marshal, and health inspectors; notify owners immediately of any violation, citation, or investigation

Safety and security

Supervise the Head of Security and set door, search, and ejection procedures
Maintain CCTV, incident reports, and an emergency/evacuation plan
Coordinate with local police on events and high-risk nights

Staff management

Hire, train, schedule, evaluate, discipline, and terminate staff within approved budget and policies
Run payroll inputs and timekeeping; enforce tip, cash, and comp policies
Build a management bench so the club runs smoothly on the manager's nights off

Financial management

Own the annual operating budget and monthly P&L for the club
Control cost of goods (liquor cost target), labor cost, and operating expenses
Oversee cash handling, nightly reconciliation, safe counts, and bank deposits
Manage inventory: ordering, receiving, weekly counts, and variance investigation
Approve vendor invoices within authority limits; manage vendor and distributor relationships

Revenue, marketing, and events

Plan the event calendar, DJs, promoters, and special nights
Grow bottle service, private events, and table bookings
Oversee social media, promoter agreements, and guest list systems
Track competitor clubs and market pricing

Facility and systems

Keep the building, sound, lighting, POS, and equipment maintained and working
Manage contractors and preventive maintenance
Keep licenses, permits, insurance certificates, and inspections on a renewal calendar

Decision authority and owner reporting

The Operations Manager decides on daily operations independently, inside the limits below. Anything above a limit goes to the owners in writing. Dollar amounts are placeholders for the owners to set.

Reporting to owners

Daily: automated sales, cash, and labor summary from the POS
Weekly: written report covering sales vs. budget, liquor and labor cost %, incidents, staffing changes, and upcoming events
Monthly: P&L review meeting, inventory variance, compliance checklist, and action plan
Immediately (same night): any police response, injury, ABC or other inspection, citation, serious incident, or cash shortage above $1000

The owners remain the license holders and keep final responsibility for the license. They should keep read-only access to the POS, bank accounts, and camera system.

Performance metrics

The manager is reviewed against these measures each month and at a formal review every 6 months. Targets in brackets are for the owners to set.

Required

Total 10 year of experience and 5+ years of nightclub, lounge, or high-volume bar management, with at least 2 years as the top manager on site
Proven record running a P&L, controlling liquor and labor cost, and managing cash
Working knowledge of New Jersey ABC rules and responsible alcohol service
Experience leading security teams and handling incidents calmly
Strong POS, inventory, and scheduling software skills
Available nights, weekends, and holidays
21 years or older
Must meet NJ ABC eligibility requirements for employment at a licensed premises, including passing a background check
Current alcohol-server certification (e.g., TIPS), or obtain it within 30 days

Preferred

Experience opening or turning around a club
Bottle service, VIP, and promoter management experience
Bachelor's degree in hospitality or business
Food handler / ServSafe manager certification
Bilingual

Key traits

Works independently and makes sound calls without waiting for owner sign-off
Honest with numbers and transparent with owners
Firm on compliance, even when it costs a sale

Schedule, compensation, and how to apply

Schedule: About 45–55 hours per week, mostly Thursday–Sunday nights, plus daytime office hours for ordering, payroll, and meetings. On call for emergencies.

Compensation:

Base salary: $65000
Performance bonus: up to 20% of salary
Benefits: Monthly car parking pass

How to apply: Send a resume and a short note describing a club you ran (size, annual sales, and results) finalists will complete a background check and a paid working trial night.

Panash Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer.

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