Beverage Director/Manager -80-90K per year plus bonus

Summary/Objective The Beverage Director is responsible for overseeing the restaurant's beverage program while also serving as a Restaurant Manager.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Under the direction of the General Manager, manages hourly restaurant/bar team including scheduling, cuts, service, counseling, and training of staff.
• Touches all tables and bar guests to ensure 100% guest satisfaction and rectifies any negative impressions.
• Ensures standards for product quality and service are maintained at all times.
• Hires, trains, develops, and appraises staff effectively. Takes corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy. Consults with Human Resources as appropriate.
• Develops seasonal cocktail menus; ensures staff is trained and knowledgeable on new cocktails and products.
• Builds and maintains relationships with vendors, selects new products, and follows industry trends.
• Monitors liquor costs and labor costs.
• Submits nightly reports on service, sales, labor and liquor costs, negative impressions, etc.
• Ensures the restaurant maintains high standards of cleanliness; reports any facilities repairs as needed.
• Maintains organized employee files to ensure compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibility This position is directly responsible for leading hourly staff within the assigned restaurant.

Physical Demands The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally push and/or pull up to 50 pounds. The employee will spend over 4 hours daily standing or walking.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree (BS/BA) in Restaurant Management, Hospitality Management, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in Restaurant/Bar Management.
• Knowledge of industry trends, menu creation, coaching/training, and building restaurant management teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and days. Must exhibit top-notch teamwork.