Group Beverage Director

Maestro Hospitality; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts across Maestro venues

Staff meals on shift

Ongoing wine education and development

Career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Team building events

Job summary

Maestro Hospitality is seeking a senior beverage leader to guide a diverse portfolio while preserving the character of each venue in Sydney. You will partner with venue managers, sommeliers and bar teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences and strong commercial results.

Reporting to the Chief Operations Officer and Managing Director, you will shape a beverage vision that honours Italian tradition while embracing seasonal ingredients and local preferences, with hands-on support across

Qualifications

• Experience leading beverage strategy across multiple venues.
• Proven capability in training and developing teams.
• Strong knowledge of Italian and international wines, spirits, cocktails and non-alcoholic offerings.

Responsibilities

• Lead the group's beverage strategy across wine, cocktails, spirits, beer and non-alcoholic offerings.
• Curate wine lists and menus to suit each venue's identity and guest experience.
• Manage supplier relations, purchasing, pricing and product selection.

Skills

Beverage leadership

Multi-site management

Wine knowledge

Training & mentoring

Communication

Education

WSET Level 2+

NSW RSA certification

Job description

This is an opportunity for an accomplished beverage leader to guide a diverse portfolio while preserving the character of each venue. Reporting to the Chief Operations Office and Managing Director, Alessandro Pavoni, you will work closely with restaurant managers, beverage managers, head sommeliers and bar teams to create exceptional guest experiences, develop our people and deliver strong commercial results. You will combine strategic direction with a visible presence across our venues, bringing a beverage vision that honours Italian tradition while embracing fresh ideas, seasonal ingredients and local preferences.

Key responsibilities

• Leading the group's beverage strategy across wine, cocktails, spirits, beer and non-alcoholic offerings
• Curating wine lists and beverage menus that complement each venue's food, identity and guest experience
• Managing supplier relationships, purchasing, pricing and product selection
• Overseeing beverage budgets, sales forecasts, costs and contribution margins, with clear actions to achieve targets
• Strengthening stock control, ordering and stock transfer procedures while reducing wastage and breakage
• Establishing consistent standards for beverage preparation, presentation, storage and service
• Mentoring sommeliers, bar managers and front-of-house teams through practical training in product knowledge, service and selling
• Supporting the recruitment and development of key beverage team members
• Collaborating on wine dinners, tastings, beverage packages and special events
• Conducting regular venue visits and providing hands-on support during service, openings and relaunches

About you

• Proven experience as a Beverage Director, Group Beverage Manager, Head Sommelier or Multi-site Bar Manager
• Experience overseeing multiple venues or a substantial beverage operation
• Extensive knowledge of Italian and international wines, supported by strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages
• Demonstrated success managing purchasing, pricing, stock control, budgets and beverage profitability
• A strong understanding of the Australian hospitality market and supplier landscape
• A track record of training, mentoring and developing high-performing teams
• Excellent communication, organisation and relationship management skills
• Confidence using point-of-sale systems, sales reports and financial data to guide decisions
• A current NSW RSA and flexibility to work across venues, including evenings and weekends as required
• WSET Level 2 or higher, or equivalent wine qualifications, will be highly regarded

Food and beverage discounts across Maestro Hospitality venues

Staff meals while on shift

Ongoing training, wine education and professional development

Career progression opportunities within our growing hospitality group

Complimentary access to our Employee Assistance Program for confidential counselling and wellbeing support

Team building events and a supportive, professional team environment

The opportunity to work alongside Alessandro Pavoni and influence the beverage direction of a diverse hospitality portfolio

About us

Led by acclaimed chef Alessandro Pavoni, Maestro Hospitality is a family-owned hospitality group that brings together Ormeggio at The Spit, Chiosco by Ormeggio, a'Mare, Pizza'Mare, Vista'Mare, Postino Osteria, Vineria Luisa, Cibaria Manly and Cibaria Noosa. From refined dining and tableside service to neighbourhood osterias, beachfront dining and vibrant bars, each venue has its own identity, united by a passion for Italian food, wine and warm hospitality.