Vandelay Hospitality Group Hiring for Beverage Manager (New Restaurant Opening) Job at Houston, TX Full Time

Beverage Manager

The Beverage Manager will provide mentorship and guidance to the bar staff with the main focus being on beverage execution. The Beverage Manager will also be involved in new menu rollouts, must have in-depth product knowledge and be fluent in the execution of the inventory systems.

Key Responsibilities

Restaurant Operations

• Provide leadership, training, and support to bartenders on recipes, drink presentation, and batched cocktail recipe execution
• Support the Bar’s repair and maintenance needs to keep all bar equipment in satisfactory working condition.
• Provide clear, transparent, honest feedback to the team on performance measures.
• Practice proper sanitation and safety at all times to stay in compliance with health department regulations to protect the health and welfare of our guests and co-workers.
• Reviewing P-mix reports regularly to maintain product availability
• Review LBW invoices for price variances and communicate any irregularities to the Director of Beverage
• Responsible for ordering:
• Restaurant glassware
• Bar tools and supplies
• All liquor, beer, wine, miscellaneous bar consumables, as well as all non-alcoholic beverages for the restaurant

• Support the Director of Beverage and General Manager with suggestions on ways to improve bar operations and functionality

New Store Openings

• Receiving and checking in:
• Bar glassware
• Bar tools and supplies
• All liquor, beer, wine, miscellaneous bar consumables, as well as all non-alcoholic beverages for the restaurant

• Support operations team with training, interviews, and initial bar set-up

Bar Garnishes

• The Bar Manager will work alongside the kitchen manager to ensure the utilization of fresh fruits and vegetables for cocktails
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the bar garnish station before, during, and after the shift.

Additional responsibilities

• Is an example of guest-first hospitality both for internal and external guests
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written
• Ability to adapt and lead change
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, restaurant environment
• Self-driven, detail-oriented, organized, able to work independently, prioritize and multitask to meet goals and deadlines

Travel and requirements

• May be required to lift, carry, push, or pull heavy objects up to 50 lbs
• Kneel, bend or stoop, ascend or descend stairs; reach and grasp objects
• Must be comfortable teaching and training in front of groups of current and incoming employees
• Must have flexible schedule with the expectation to work days, nights, weekdays, weekends and holidays

Experience

• Strong liquor, beer, and wine knowledge required
• Experience in new restaurant openings a plus
• working knowledge of computer inventory programs

VHG provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 2 years

Weekly day range:

• Weekend availability

Work Location: One location