Beverage Manager

Harvest Moon Catering • Charlottesville, VA

7d

About The Position

The Beverage Manager partners closely with the Event Producer and other internal HMC staff to bring clients’ visions of all shapes and sizes to life – whether it’s a wedding, a corporate gala, or an intimate dinner party. Responsibilities include managing all aspects related to the beverages for the events. You’ll meet with the Event Producer to form a deep understanding of the vision for the event (how many bars, what type of beverages are desired) and you’ll partner will HMC team members and vendor contacts to execute that vision beautifully.

Requirements

• You have 5 years of hospitality and bartending experience.
• You have got 2 years of management experience (bar management is a plus!)
• You have experience with tracking and ordering inventory.
• You have a basic knowledge of ABC regulations and policies.
• You’ve got proficient computer skills and experience with Google Suite and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Meet with Event Producers to understand the details for each event.
• Work with the staffing coordinator to help train and prepare bartenders and bar captains.
• Work with the kitchen staff to coordinate making simple syrups and other beverage related items.
• Be in charge of scheduling and training future assistants and helpers within the department
• Spend time on event sites to help facilitate and learn about our processes.
• Create and batch specialty drinks, and inform the staff on how to execute them on site.
• Create and track inventories (both alcoholic and NA) for each event.
• Help facilitate and lead the loading of event trucks to ensure the correct product and amount is going out.
• Keep track of in house inventory and ordering.
• Foster a climate of cooperation and respect between co-workers.
• Be enthusiastic (Over the Moon!) about exceptional client experiences and a positive, motivational team member.

Benefits

• HMC strives to provide a generous and comprehensive compensation package to help you stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a great work/life balance.
• To “walk that talk,” we offer great pay, real raise potential, and discretionary bonuses.
• On top of all that, you'll be surrounded by awesome people who care deeply about what they do and will do whatever it takes to help YOU succeed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed