Beverage Director
About The Position
The Peninsula Chicago is seeking a guest-focused Beverage Director to work with its Food & Beverage team at a luxury Five-Star Five-Diamond property in the heart of Michigan Avenue, Chicago. This role leads beverage programming and service standards across departments, develops and oversees beverage teams, and supports Z Bar's daily operations. The position offers the opportunity to learn and grow within a diverse, multi-outlet property. The job description is a guide and is not inclusive of every task. The immediate supervisor may add or remove tasks as the working environment changes. Candidates must have work authorization in the United States. The stated salary range is $85,000–$95,000 per year.
Requirements
- Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in a three-meal-period restaurant in a Five-Star hotel.
- In-depth understanding of various cuisines, wines, and pairings.
- Strong knowledge of wines, spirits, and 50 Best culture.
- Fluent English; additional languages are highly advantageous.
- Must have work authorization in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Relevant professional qualifications, such as Hospitality, Business, or Marketing.
- Additional language skills.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement innovative cocktail, spirits, wine, and non-alcoholic beverage programs.
- Create seasonal and signature beverage menus aligned with The Peninsula and guest expectations.
- Standardize recipes, presentation guidelines, and quality controls across all departments.
- Lead, mentor, and develop bartenders, bar managers, and beverage teams.
- Ensure compliance with alcohol service regulations, licensing requirements, and health and safety standards.
- Assist Z Bar with staff scheduling, delegation of job tasks, monitoring and supervision of service, monitoring reservations and table assignments, and maintaining managerial floor presence.
- Use POS and HOTsos systems according to established policies and procedures.
Benefits
- 10 vacation days per year.
- 9 paid holiday days per year.
- 5 Chicago Paid Sick Leave days per year.
- 5 Chicago Paid Leave days per year.
- Complimentary employee meals.
- Discounted parking.
- Discounted and complimentary room nights at The Peninsula Hotels.
- 50% restaurant discount.
- 50% discount on spa services.
- 25% discount on spa retail.
- 80% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Complimentary life insurance.
- Complimentary long-term disability.
- Retirement plan with 5% company match.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
No Education Listed
