Beverage Director

Nbutexas; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Nbutexas is seeking a Beverage Director for a Michelin/James Beard-caliber dining environment in Chattanooga, TN. The role requires relocation, leadership of a sophisticated wine, spirits, and beverage program, and a focus on exceptional service and guest experience.

You will curate an outstanding wine list, manage sourcing, purchasing, inventory, and profitability while mentoring sommeliers and service teams to uphold the highest beverage standards.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Sommelier certification required.
• Proven beverage leadership in fine dining or luxury hospitality.
• Deep knowledge of wine, spirits, cocktails and food pairing.
• Experience managing beverage purchasing, inventory, pricing, and profitability.
• Exceptional guest-facing communication and leadership skills.
• Passion for training and developing a high-performing team.
• WSET, CMS or other advanced beverage certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the complete wine, spirits, cocktail, beer, and non-alcoholic beverage program
• Curate an exceptional wine list and oversee cellar management, purchasing, inventory, and cost controls
• Develop food and beverage pairings and elevated guest experiences
• Train, mentor, and develop sommeliers, bartenders, and service teams
• Build relationships with wineries, distributors, importers, and industry partners
• Establish and maintain beverage and hospitality standards

Skills

Level 2 Sommelier

Beverage leadership

Wine spirits cocktails

Food pairing

Team training

Inventory cost controls

Job description

BEVERAGE DIRECTOR – FINE DINING

RELOCATION TO CHATANOOGA, TN REQUIRED

We’re seeking an accomplished Beverage Director to lead and elevate a sophisticated wine, spirits, and beverage program. This is an opportunity for a hospitality professional who understands the precision, knowledge, and exceptional service expected in a Michelin/James Beard-caliber dining environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and develop the complete wine, spirits, cocktail, beer, and non-alcoholic beverage program
• Curate an exceptional wine list and oversee cellar management, purchasing, inventory, and cost controls
• Develop food and beverage pairings and elevated guest experiences
• Train, mentor, and develop sommeliers, bartenders, and service teams
• Build strong relationships with wineries, distributors, importers, and industry partners
• Establish and maintain exceptional beverage and hospitality standards

What We’re Looking For:

• Level 2 Sommelier certification required
• Proven beverage leadership experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, or a Michelin/James Beard-caliber environment
• Deep knowledge of wine, spirits, cocktails, and food pairing
• Experience managing beverage purchasing, inventory, pricing, and profitability
• Exceptional guest-facing communication and leadership skills
• Passion for training, education, and developing a high-performing team
• WSET, CMS, or other advanced beverage certifications are a plus

If you’re passionate about wine, hospitality, and creating an extraordinary guest experience, we’d love to connect.