This opportunity is built for someone who thrives in a high-energy, guest-driven environment where the bar is the heartbeat of the business. You'll have the freedom to influence the beverage program, develop bartenders, drive sales, and help shape the guest experience while remaining deeply involved in daily operations.
We are seeking a hands-on Beverage Manager who loves hospitality, understands the balance between creativity and profitability, and leads from the floor rather than from behind a desk.
What You'll Be Doing
- Lead all day-to-day bar operations in a high-volume restaurant and nightlife environment
- Recruit, interview, hire, train, and develop bartenders and bar support staff
- Create a culture of accountability, hospitality, and professionalism behind the bar
- Partner with ownership and leadership on beverage strategy and program execution
- Collaborate on seasonal cocktail development, featured beverages, and menu updates
- Analyze sales performance and identify opportunities to increase beverage revenue
- Manage ordering, inventory controls, and product pars while minimizing waste
- Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors, suppliers, and brand partners
- Ensure consistency of recipes, presentation, and service standards
- Lead pre-shift meetings and ongoing beverage education for the team
- Maintain compliance with all liquor laws, safety standards, and company procedures
- Support floor operations when needed and act as a key member of the leadership team
What We're Looking For
- 3+ years of beverage leadership experience in a high-volume restaurant, cocktail bar, nightlife venue, or hospitality concept
- Strong knowledge of spirits, wine, beer, and contemporary cocktail trends
- Proven experience managing inventories, ordering, and beverage cost controls
- Ability to train, coach, and motivate teams in a fast-paced environment
- Strong understanding of labor management and scheduling
- Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and late-night shifts
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
- Passion for hospitality and creating memorable guest experiences
What Makes This Opportunity Different
- Significant influence over the beverage program
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced hospitality operators
- High-energy environment that blends restaurant and nightlife operations
- Strong earning potential through salary and performance incentives
- Clear path for advancement as the company continues to grow
- Ownership team that values ideas, initiative, and entrepreneurial thinking
Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
