Beverage Manager Position Available In New York, New York

Beverage Manager Corner Bar at Nine Orchard New York, NY 10002 The Beverage Manager is an integral part of the management team as they lead and drive the beverage program at 9 Orchard under the guidance of the General Manager. They oversee wine, cocktails, liquor, beer, and non-alcoholic consumption; they take responsibility for purchasing and keeping organized inventory, while ensuring the profitability of the program. They bring a level of hospitality and uphold high standards always. They will be scheduled floor shifts in Corner Bar and Swan Room to oversee daily service to guide, direct, and support the hourly staff to ensure a smooth and successful service and have They also play a big role in communicating between operations, including the hotel and kitchen teams. The Beverage Manager ensures that performance standards are met while cultivating a strong work culture to continuously enhance the guest experience. Key Job Functions Beverage Program Focus

• Full beverage program oversight in all areas of the food and beverage spaces of wine, cocktails, liquor, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages
• Works alongside with the Creative Director to drive a beverage menu that aligns and fits the restaurant’s vision and cuisine
• Ability to keep pour costs to a minimum without changing the integrity of the beverage
• Works alongside the Wine Consultant and General Manager to drive a wine list that aligns and fits the restaurant’s vision and cuisine
• Analyzes sales and performance data to adjust the beverage selection accordingly
• Responsible for monthly inventory to ensure accurate counts and tracking on all beverage products
• Works closely with Accountant to ensure that costs and sales are aligned to business expectations
• Submits and enters invoices daily and ensures that details are accurate
• Maintains cleanliness and organization in storage areas
• Responsible for overall training for the team on the beverage program
• Drives technical standards for beverage service
• Maintains strong relationships with beverage reps, purveyors, and suppliers Dining Room Focus
• Ability to lead dining services while present on the floor and engage with the team around them
• Be physically present on the floor during service hours to ensure standards are being met
• Leads the Bar teams by training, coaching, scheduling, and holding them accountable to high standards
• Ability to anticipate appropriate staffing per shift due to business needs. Ensures that the restaurant is properly staffed at all times, while keeping labor costs in line with budget goals
• Ability to write the hourly schedule, ensuring the business is staffed accordingly
• Provide attentive and quality service to all guests during their visit
• Upholds food and beverage knowledge & standards amongst the team
• Ensures that all drink and food presentation is consistent and delivered with the highest quality
• Establishes a positive work environment and makes an effort to promote the work culture everyday
• Responds to emails in a timely manner
• Assist in supporting, guiding, and training hourly team members
• Lead daily pre-service lineups
• Attends weekly manager meetings and brings forth input
• Opens and/or closes the restaurant by following procedures set by the business
• Remains current and compliant with the correct HR practices and policies. Holds employees accountable to all standards and practice, evaluating and following progressive disciplinary procedure when necessary
• Communicates effectively and efficiently to departments: executive management, front desk, housekeeping, engineering, front-of-house, back-of-house, etc.
• Ensures that the spaces are set and ready for guests. This includes, but is not limited to, adjusting the music, lighting, temperature, cleanliness, seating arrangements
• Supports with hiring new hourly employees by inviting promising candidates and conducting interviews
• Demonstrates positive leadership characteristics that inspire team members to meet and exceed standards
• Upholds Department of Health standards to all outlets

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$85,000.00 – $92,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Shift:

Day shift Evening shift

Work Location:

In person