Beverage Manager

Sage Hospitality • Philadelphia, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Plan, manage, and oversee the beverage program across all food and beverage outlets and B&C to ensure thoughtful hospitality, consistent execution, and strong financial performance. The Beverage Manager is responsible for beverage strategy, product curation, education, and program standards while remaining visible and engaged during service. This role partners closely with restaurant leadership to deliver elevated guest experiences through beverage. They are an ambassador of happiness and hospitality for all guests and associates.

Requirements

• Minimum one year of restaurant management experience.
• Minimum one year of experience managing a beverage program.
• Must meet state and federal minimum age requirements for serving alcohol.
• Knowledge of hospitality principles and bar operations.
• Knowledge of beer, wine, and spirits, including menu development and cost management.
• Ability to communicate effectively with guests, associates, and leadership, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read and interpret schedules, instructions, and operational/financial documents.
• Manual coordination to handle bar equipment, tools, and trays.

Nice To Haves

• Post-secondary hospitality or beverage certifications preferred.
• Beverage certifications (beer, wine, or spirits) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the beverage program across outlets, including product selection, menu development, standards, and execution.
• Partner with leadership and corporate beverage resources to develop programming that reflects brand standards, seasonality, and guest preferences.
• Lead beverage education and ongoing training for associates, ensuring confidence, accuracy, and consistency in service.
• Monitor beverage execution during service and provide in-the-moment coaching and feedback.
• Manage ordering, inventory, and cost controls in alignment with company expectations and financial goals.
• Analyze beverage performance and trends to inform menu updates and purchasing decisions.
• Support recruiting, onboarding, scheduling, and development of beverage-focused associates.
• Ensure compliance with all alcohol service laws, safety standards, and company policies.
• Collaborate with marketing and operations teams on beverage-driven activations, events, and promotions that enhance the guest experience.
• Respond promptly and professionally to guest feedback related to beverage offerings or service.
• Support service execution during peak periods with urgency and teamwork.
• Maintains a friendly, cheerful, and courteous demeanor at all times.
• Exhibits a kind, welcoming, detail-oriented approach with a strong sense of urgency.
• All other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management.

Benefits

• Associates are expected to embody our values in every interaction: Serve with Purpose by leading with care, intention, and heart in every beverage experience. Always Grow by continually expanding beverage knowledge, refining programs, and developing others. Give with Heart by supporting fellow associates, building meaningful connections, and elevating the guest experience. Earn Trust by acting with integrity, accountability, and consistency in all responsibilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED