Beverage Manager

Skihomewood; California; Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Eligible

Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits

401(k) with Company Contribution

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Employee Meals

Professional development opportunities

Stability: Year Round

Job summary

Discovery Land Company’s Lake Tahoe properties are hiring a Beverage Manager to lead beverage purchasing, inventory, and vendor relations across the resort. You will ensure outlets are stocked, manage costs, and uphold quality and compliance standards while building an exceptional beverage program.

The role requires strong negotiation skills, leadership to train staff, and a passion for hospitality. California RBS and Food Handler certifications are required or obtainable before start date.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ beverage management, purchasing, or bar management experience.
• Experience in a resort, hotel, or multi-outlet operation preferred.
• HACCP knowledge and local food safety standards are required.
• Current Food Handler and California RBS certifications or ability to obtain before start date.

Responsibilities

• Oversee beverage ordering for all outlets across the resort, ensuring timely procurement.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate pricing and terms with distributors.
• Monitor beverage inventory, control costs, and track variances against budgets.
• Develop and refresh beverage menus and signature programs.
• Ensure compliance with state alcohol laws and resort policies.
• Lead training for supervisors and staff on beverage service standards.

Skills

Beverage management

Purchasing

Bar management

Leadership

HACCP knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field (preferred)

Job description

## Beverage ManagerApply: Lake Tahoe, CA: Full time: Posted Today: JR105373**If you are an internal applicant, please log into Workday and submit your application via the Jobs Hub. Please click here to apply internally.**Join the Discovery family, where quality and service are at the heart of everything we do! This role will be located at one of Discovery Land Company’s locations: Homewood Mountain & Lake Club, set on the West Shore of Lake Tahoe in Homewood, California. Homewood is seeking a Beverage Manager to join the Food & Beverage Department.**Job Summary:**The Beverage Manager oversees all beverage ordering, inventory, and vendor relationships across the resort. The Beverage Manager will ensure every outlet is properly stocked, beverage costs are well managed, and quality and compliance standards are consistently upheld. This role is ideal for someone with strong vendor negotiation skills, a sharp eye for cost control, and a passion for building out an exceptional beverage program. **Duties & Responsibilities:*** Beverage Purchasing - Manage all beverage ordering (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) for every outlet across the resort, ensuring accurate, timely orders based on outlet needs and forecasted demand.* Vendor Management - Build and maintain relationships with beverage distributors and vendors; negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and contract terms on behalf of the resort.* Inventory Oversight - Oversee beverage inventory levels across all outlets, conduct regular inventory counts and audits, and implement controls to minimize waste, shrinkage, and overstock.* Budget & Cost Control - Monitor beverage cost percentages and purchasing budgets across outlets; identify cost-saving opportunities and report variances to the F&B Director.* Menu & Program Development - Collaborate with outlet leads and management to develop and refresh beverage menus, seasonal offerings, and signature cocktail programs.* Compliance - Ensure all beverage purchasing, storage, and service practices comply with state and local alcohol laws, licensing requirements, and resort policy.* Staff Training & Leadership - Train and support outlet supervisors, bar leads, and staff on beverage standards, product knowledge, and proper ordering/receiving procedures.* Quality Control - Conduct regular quality checks across outlets to ensure beverages are prepared and served according to established recipes and standards.* Sales & Promotions - Partner with outlet managers to plan promotions, specials, and events that drive beverage sales resort-wide.* Reporting & Analysis - Track and report on beverage sales, costs, and inventory trends; provide recommendations to leadership based on data.* Event Support - Coordinate beverage ordering and stocking for resort-wide events, private functions, and seasonal activations.* Other duties as assigned. **Skills & Qualifications:*** Minimum of 3 years of beverage management, purchasing, or bar management experience required.* Prior resort, hotel, or multi-outlet hospitality experience required.* Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others and maintain accountability of staff required.* Knowledge of HACCP & local food safety standards.* High School diploma or equivalent.* Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred.* Current Food Handler and California Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certifications (or ability to obtain prior to start date).**Additional Requirements:*** Flexibility and ability to pivot to new projects and desire to work in fast-paced environment.* Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members.* Ability to work in a team environment.* Ability to stay calm and focused during the busiest of times.* Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; additional languages preferred.* Must be able to work flexible work hours/schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Long hours may be required due to business demands.* Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including, but not limited to, working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than fifty (50) pounds. **Benefits*** Full-Time, Year Round, Exempt* Bonus Eligible* Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits* 401(k) with Company Contribution* Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays* Employee Meals, and Recognition Programs* Professional development and upward mobility opportunities* Supportive, team-oriented culture The Company’s good faith estimate of the annual rate it expects to pay for this role is $87,000-$95,000 and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.