Beverage Manager

UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA HOST PROPERTIES INC•Charlottesville, VA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Beverage Manager oversees the resort’s beverage department and is responsible for planning beverage orders and managing the selection, procurement, preparation, stocking, and service of beverages across resort outlets. The role includes maintaining inventory, replenishing storerooms, placing supplier orders, bookkeeping, monitoring costs and waste, and ensuring bars are stocked and clean. The manager builds relationships with local suppliers, develops beverage menus aligned with the restaurant concept and guest preferences, and works with the team on preparation, health and safety practices, and legal alcohol service. The position also involves training and supervising staff, improving the beverage program, supporting profitability, and complying with applicable regulations. The work environment includes resort outlets (The Mill Room, Racquets, Birdwood Grill, and Banquets), administrative offices, meeting rooms, function spaces, outdoor functions, and off-premises events. Employees must follow resort safety rules and equipment procedures, report unsafe conditions, and uphold the resort’s guest-service standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Hotel/Restaurant Management or equivalent experience.
At least 2–5 years of experience as a Beverage Manager in a high-volume, high-quality organization.
Technical knowledge of all types of cuisine and various types of service.
Ability to analyze and interpret profit and loss statements and budgets.
Ability to effectively lead and direct a large staff.
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
Excellent guest-relations skills.
Clean, valid Virginia driver’s license.
Ability and willingness to arrive on time or early for scheduled shifts, in all weather conditions, and as called upon.
Willingness to work evenings, early mornings, and weekends.

Responsibilities

Maintain an adequate supply of alcoholic beverages and full inventory.
Build business relationships and work with local suppliers.
Oversee beverage selection, procurement, preparation, and service.
Manage beverage inventory, monitor stock levels, minimize waste, and maintain cost control.
Source and purchase beverages from suppliers and distributors.
Train and supervise staff.
Create beverage menus aligned with the restaurant’s concept and customer preferences.
Ensure bars are well-stocked and clean.
Work with the team on food and drink preparation, kitchen health and safety techniques, and legal alcoholic beverage service.
Improve the beverage program while maintaining cost control and regulatory compliance.
Follow resort safety rules, use appropriate safety equipment, report unsafe conditions, and consult a supervisor when safety procedures are unclear.
Adhere to the resort’s guest-service standards and participate in continued training.
Perform other job-related duties assigned by the supervisor.