Beverage Director: Lead World‑Class Wine & Events

USHG - Home Office; New York (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual compensation $105,000–$122,000

Health coverage

Generous PTO

401(k) matching

Dining credit

Dining discount 51%

Pre-tax commuter benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Union Square Hospitality Group is seeking a Beverage Director for Manhatta in New York, NY. You will lead the beverage program, curate wine experiences, and drive hospitality excellence across the restaurant and events spaces.

You will report to the Director of Operations for Manhatta and partner with leadership to deliver world-class guest experiences, manage inventories, and mentor a high-performing team committed to Enlightened Hospitality.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of restaurant beverage management experience.
• Strong understanding of beverage inventory and cost management.
• Proven track record managing a large-scale beverage program.
• Excellent communication and people-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee beverage program across restaurant and events to maintain quality and profitability.
• Curate an upscale wine list and manage beverage procurement and supplier relations.
• Lead and mentor the beverage team, coordinating with service and culinary peers.
• Ensure accurate inventory tracking, reporting, and end-of-period beverage documentation.

Skills

Beverage management

Inventory control

Cost management

Team leadership

Event coordination

Job description

Union Square Hospitality Group is seeking a Beverage Director for Manhatta in New York, NY. You will lead the beverage program, curate wine experiences, and drive hospitality excellence across the restaurant and events spaces.

You will report to the Director of Operations for Manhatta and partner with leadership to deliver world-class guest experiences, manage inventories, and mentor a high-performing team committed to Enlightened Hospitality.