Beverage Manager

Stonebridge Hospitality Management

88d • $60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Beverage Manager will develop a comprehensive beverage program that focuses on the types of drinks offered, brands of liquor used, recipe development, costing, pricing, photos, vendor support, and menu placement. The scope includes non-alcoholic beverages, wine, beer, and cocktail items. The manager will also be responsible for ordering all hotel beverage and bar-related supplies, maintaining sufficient inventory, and forecasting sales and sales mix to adjust offerings based on demand and budget.

Requirements

• Four years of relevant food & beverage experience and/or training.
• TIPS certified trainer certification within 30 days of hire.
• Serve safe certification.
• College degree or 5+ years of extensive experience in the alcoholic beverage industry.
• Certified Cicerone level or level 2 or higher Master Court of Sommelier.
• Flexibility to work nights and/or weekends.
• Ability to read and comprehend complex instructions and correspondence.
• Ability to write internal correspondence and communicate strategic goals.
• Ability to interpret and perform computer and POS system functions.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle Symphony, Open Table, Outlook, Word, Excel, and social media platforms.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.

Responsibilities

• Perform shift open and close duties in accordance with Restaurant Manager’s checklist.
• Execute revenue and check control procedures on shift in accordance with SOP’s for managing POS.
• Utilize tools for running shifts, including schedules, Open Table, Chow Now, and floor plans.
• Lead floor shifts and conduct daily staff pre-shift meetings.
• Ensure all F&B outlets maintain a neat and clean appearance.
• Resolve staffing concerns and daily challenges.
• Adhere to company HR protocols for employee discipline or compliance concerns.
• Support restaurant manager in interviewing, training, and delivering ongoing training.
• Monitor floor activity and assist with seating, serving, and kitchen communication.
• Achieve high customer satisfaction and loyalty metrics.
• Initiate guest interaction through social media outreach and table touches.
• Develop and execute beverage-related promotions.
• Support Sales Team with beverage recommendations.
• Develop and maintain par sheets and update monthly inventory values.
• Execute beverage ordering to meet or exceed budgeted figures.
• Ensure accurate delivery and stocking of beverage orders.
• Process invoices following hotel accounting procedures.
• Review cost fluctuations and highlight opportunities within beverage sales.
• Implement marketing and up-selling techniques.
• Train bartenders and servers on beverage knowledge.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment.
• Solicit feedback from guests and implement service recovery tools.
• Promote beverage programs through outside promotion.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) matching
• Wellness support
• Life and disability coverage
• Savings accounts
• Tuition aid
• Travel and lodging perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees