Lead Mixologist (C&M)

The Boston Beer Company, Inc.•Rehoboth Beach, DE

55d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently hiring a full-time Lead Mixologist at Chesapeake & Maine in Rehoboth Beach, DE. The Lead Mixologist is responsible for leading the cocktail program at Dogfish Head Chesapeake and Maine. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of craft and culinary cocktails and a desire to provide the highest quality product with unwavering customer service.

Requirements

Strong understanding of craft and culinary cocktails; minimum 3 years experience in bartending, mixology, or related environment.
Passion for mixology and craft beer
Experience writing drink menus
Ability to think on one's feet in a high volume, fast paced environment
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Organized and detail-oriented
Outgoing and personable
Ability to interact well with others and conduct a fun, interactive, educational, and successful promotion involving alcohol

Responsibilities

Create a dynamic drink list including ingredient sourcing, purveyors and seasonal ability
Interpret current trends, position competitively, and execute at all volumes
Conduct cost and financial forecasts associated with the drinking programs
Select, order and maintain cocktail-related inventory (mixers, garnishes etc)
Train bar staff on proper and consistent cocktail creation
Work with brewers and kitchen to use sustainable resources to create cocktails
Serve as the "face" of Chesapeake and Maine's beverage program, including occasional interviews, conducting training for Sales groups and participating in ongoing programing/festivals when appropriate
Conduct cash handling and sales through POS inventory system
Maintain a clean, safe, focused, and productive environment
Provide excellent customer service with a customer-first attitude
Fill the needs of the service staff