Wildly popular new Italian restaurant is seeking a world-class Wine & Beverage Manager to join their team. This role will be responsible for taking ownership of the strong opening wine program already in place, and maintaining its excellence while supporting other necessary activities across all beverage channels. The Wine & Beverage Manager will also spearhead ordering, inventory, tastings, and training/education of staff. This is a very robust wine & beverage program that will require a high level of organization. Experience with and strong knowledge of Italian wines is highly preferred. Great opportunity to be part of a very hip and bustling new concept!

Wine & Beverage Manager Responsibilities:

Oversee and maintain the restaurant’s vision for the Wine and Beverage Programs
Ensure the team is well educated on the menu items, wine offerings, and any changes to beverage programs
Continual education and training of wine list
Maintain a strong knowledge of all food and beverage offerings
Creating a friendly and unpretentious atmosphere for guests around wine
Train and develop staff to have a strong floor presence with a focus on wine sales and service
Oversee the flow of the business and remain present in all areas of the restaurant during service as needed
Completing weekly wine inventory, ordering, and curation
Maintain, support and promote company culture and philosophies
Contribute to controlling costs and maximizing efficiencies, identifying opportunity areas to course correct as needed
Take initiative and help to build business and maintain the wine program
Hold the team accountable to high standards while remaining hands on and leading by example
Assess employee performance and providing helpful feedback and training opportunities
Maintain health, safety and sanitation standards
Understand and comply with CA labor laws
Staying up to date with the world of wine changes, trends, etc.

Candidate Qualifications:

2+ years' experience as a Wine Director, Beverage Director, Master Sommelier, or comparable beverage/wine management role OR 5+ years’ experience as a Lead Sommelier, Wine Manager, or Beverage Manager in a full-service, fine-dining or upscale restaurant concept is required
Experience and knowledge of Italian wine is highly preferred
Michelin or James Beard recognized experience highly preferred
Chef Driven restaurant experience preferred
Extensive knowledge of wine & spirits; including characteristics, wineries, regions, varietals, food pairings and service
Passionate, hands-on leader
Ability to train and educate staff
Creative and collaborative
Knowledge of Food & Beverage service, spirits & cocktails, creating and developing, cost control, labor control, maintenance, merchandising & accounting
Must have a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
Passion and dedication to consistently educate the team and guests on beverage offerings, pairings and tasting notes
Commitment to creating a welcoming, memorable, and unique guest experience
Ability to manage inventory while maximizing profitability
Excellent problem-solving skills and always puts the guest first
Detail oriented - especially product quality and safety, sanitation, and cleanliness
Ability to create strong relationships with guests and staff
Highly organized and efficient
Clear communicator and strong listener
Understands and analyzes costs and inventory and course corrects as needed
Maintain health, safety and sanitation standards
Understand and comply with CA labor laws

Compensation Includes:

Base Salary in the $85-90k range DOE + Wine Commissions
100% Medical Coverage
Generous PTO Plan
Cell Phone Allowance
Parking
Dining Discounts

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