Director, Beverage

Job Summary

  
This individual manages all activities of the beverage function for the organization. S/he will run an efficient, effective, and profitable beverage operation across all venues under the leadership and direction of the General Manager. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Direct all activities of the national beverage program
• Ensures the implementation of all corporate annual beverage program initiatives
• Coordinates the development and implementation of beverage programs that support concept clarity and take advantage of local beverage opportunities
• Provides necessary beverage training with emphasis on sales, service, and product knowledge to ensure operational success
• Creates concept appropriate wine list enhancements, beverage lists, recipes and menu collateral
• Maintain strong working relationships with the client and business partners by providing leadership and direction for beverage operations and purchasing
• Maintain the highest standards of beverage quality, service and marketing to maximize profits through excellent customer service
• Responsible for innovative drink menu development
• Monitor beverage inventory and pricing on a daily basis regarding changes to restaurant bar menus
• Develop and institute beverage training to F&B team
• Provides the necessary beverage cost management tools to operations for successful cost management
• Ensures beverage cost and operational efficiency and great guest beverage experience by providing standard operating procedures and ongoing training for team members
• Ensures competitive pricing and product through regular research
• Ensures all security, safety, and sanitation standards are met

 
QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 5-7 years food & beverage management experience in the contract foodservice industry, preferably in sports and entertainment venues.
• Possess extensive wine, beer and beverage spirits knowledge
• Possess knowledge of applicable local, state, federal, province and other applicable laws within the multiple locations jurisdictions
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Strong commitment to delivering a high level of customer and client service with demonstrated initiative, leadership, and management skills.
• Customer service oriented with the ability to interact with all levels of management
• Must be flexible to work extend hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of accounting policy and procedures and POS Systems is required.