Beverage Manager

Corner Bar
New York, New York
Full Time

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Required Years of Experience

5 years

Job Details

POSITION: Beverage Manager

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

REPORTS TO: General Manager

Company Values

Our Commitment

Orchard Street Restaurant Managements ethos is share , not sell.

Our Mission

Orchard Street Restaurant Management exists to establish an elevated, welcoming home base in Downtown New York. A place that celebrates the creative culture and singular energy of the neighborhood and its community. Every strategic touchpoint will work to cement this message. Together, we share the responsibility of creating a consistently original narrative that supports our single-minded truth: Our definition of exceptionally thoughtful service

We follow these guidelines when thinking of what it means to provide

exceptionally thoughtful service:

Unwavering attention to detail.
The ability to read and guide every guest with graciousness and foresight.
An eagerness to constantly seek out ways to make the experience remarkable and tailored to the individual guests needs and desires.
Thoughtful details and a service that is approachable.

Our ultimate goal is to build a meaningful connection and affinity with our guests and team in the ways that matter.

Purpose

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 h igh 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 T h ey also play a big role i n 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 enhanc e 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 cuisin e

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 s ales and performance data to adjust the beverage selection accordingly

Responsible for monthly inventory to ensure accurate counts and tracking on all beverage products

W ork s closely with Accountant to ensure that costs and sales are aligned to business expectations

Submits and enters invoices daily and ensures that det ails are accurate

Maintains cleanliness and organization in storage area s

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 engag e with the team around them

Be phys ically 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 a nticipate a ppropriate staffing per shift due to business needs. Ensures that the restaurant is properly s taffed at all times , while keeping labor co sts in line with budget goals

Ability to write the hourly schedule, ensuring the business is staffed accordingly

Provide attentive and quality se rvice to all guests during their visit

Upholds food and beverage knowledge & standards amongst the team

Ensures that all drink and food presentation is consisten t and delivered with the highest quality

Establish es 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 i nput

Opens and/or closes the restaurant by following procedures set by the business

Remain s current and compliant with the correct HR practices and policies . Hold s employees accountable to all standards and practice, evaluating and following progressive disciplinary procedure when ne cessary

Communicate s effectively and efficiently to departments: executive management, front desk, housekeeping, engineering, front-of-house, back-of-house, etc.

Ensure s 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 s tandards to all outl ets

Minimum Qualifications

3+ years dining room experience in hospitality and fine dining

2+ years beverage (wine, bar) experience in hospitality and fine dining

Exceptional knowledge of classic drink recipes, beer, wine, and spirits

Industry standard knowledge of food preparation and ingredients

Ability to perform multiple job functions when working in a high busin ess environment

Able to work mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays per the needs of the business

Ability to work an average of 50 hours per week, sometimes exceeding 50 hours during the busy season

English fluency and Spanish preferred

Understanding of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Powerpoint , Outlook, etc.)

Familiarity of reservation platforms (such as RESY) , POS systems (such as Toast) , and inventory management ( Binwise )

Polished personal presentation; grooming meets company standards, as outlined by the Employee Handbook and Uniform Policy

Physical Demands

The physical demands for this position include standing and working for long periods of time and moving intermittently during work hours. The employee is required to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, bend, squat, kneel, and reach above shoulder level. These physical demands described here must be met by the employee to perform the essential functions of the job.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor.

Due to the nature of the hospitality industry, employees may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel, which may include overtime, weekends, and holidays. The employee will carry out any other duties as are within the scope, spirit, and purpose of the job as requested by the leadership team . This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The employee will actively follow Company policies addressed in the Employee Handbook.

Benefits

Employee dining discount, Transit benefits, Medical, Dental, Vision

Equal Opportunity Employer
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Compensation: Salary ($95,000.00 - $105,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Leadership

Leadership Skills

Strong Communication Skills

Team Management

Team Leadership and Management

Effective Communication

Team Collaboration

Problem Solving Abilities

Customer Service Orientation