Beverage Head - Expat for Lonavala

Della Resorts and Adventure; Pune District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Della Resorts and Adventure seeks a Beverage Head (Expat) to lead and elevate beverage operations across the property, ensuring world-class experiences, innovation, profitability, and adherence to luxury standards.

The role covers bars, lounges, programs, cellar management, mixology, wine service, procurement, and team development while driving revenue growth and exceptional service quality.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in multi-outlet beverage operations.
• Strong financial stewardship including cost control and budgeting.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage overall beverage operations across the property to deliver world-class guest experiences.
• Drive revenue growth, menu innovation, and cost efficiency while upholding luxury service standards.
• Develop and mentor the beverage team, oversee procurement, cellar management, and staff training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial acumen

Vendor management

Wine knowledge

Mixology knowledge

Education

WSET / Sommelier certifications

Job description

Beverage Head (Expat)

The Beverage Head (Expat) is responsible for leading and managing the overall beverage operations across the property, ensuring world‑class guest experiences, innovation, profitability, and adherence to international luxury hospitality standards. The role oversees bars, lounges, beverage programs, cellar management, mixology, wine service, procurement, and team development while driving revenue growth and maintaining exceptional service quality.

Job Expectations

• Extensive knowledge of wines, spirits, cocktails, beers, sake, whisky, premium beverages, and international beverage trends.
• Expertise in mixology, wine pairing, cellar management, and beverage innovation.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Financial acumen with experience in beverage cost control and budgeting.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced luxury hospitality environment.
• Guest‑centric approach with exceptional attention to detail.
• Knowledge of international hospitality standards and luxury service etiquette.

Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as WSET, Court of Master Sommeliers, Certified Sommelier, or internationally recognized mixology certifications are highly preferred.
• Minimum 5‑9 years in a senior leadership role managing multi‑outlet beverage operations.
• Reporting to Chairman (CMD) & COO.

Travel

NA