Beverage Manager

Talently; Little Reed Heights (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Talently is seeking a Beverage Manager for an upscale, full-service Tiburon, CA restaurant. The role blends high-level bar program leadership with senior floor management, driving beverage quality, guest experience, and financial results.

You will lead bartenders and bar staff, own beverage inventory and menu development, manage costs and scheduling, and build vendor relationships to support a world-class beverage program.

Qualifications

• Experience owning a bar program, including cocktails, beverage quality, inventory, purchasing, and vendor relationships.
• Strong ability to lead, coach, schedule, and hold bartenders and bar support staff accountable.
• Experience managing beverage costs, labor, inventory, waste, invoices, and overall bar profitability.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop bartenders, bar leads, and bar backs.
• Manage the bar while supporting overall floor operations.
• Own beverage inventory, ordering, receiving, and storage.
• Control beverage costs, waste, and product usage.
• Create and maintain seasonal cocktail menus.
• Manage bar labor, scheduling, and staffing.
• Build relationships with vendors and distributors.
• Review invoices and monitor purchasing.
• Train staff on cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and service standards.
• Ensure compliance with health and alcohol-service regulations.
• Resolve guest concerns and maintain high hospitality standards.
• Oversee opening, closing, cleanliness, and daily bar operations.

Skills

Bar & Beverage Management

Team Leadership & Development

Financial & Operational Management

Job description

Skills

Bar Management, Beverage Program Development, Cocktail Development, Team Leadership & Development, Inventory Management, Beverage Cost Control, Labor Management, Vendor Relations, Guest Experience, Restaurant Operations

About Company / Opportunity

Upscale, full-service restaurant in Tiburon, CA with a strong focus on hospitality, beverage quality, and operational excellence. The concept is looking for a hands‑on leader who can elevate the bar program while also contributing as a senior floor manager.

Job Title

Beverage Manager

Location

Tiburon, CA

Salary

$85,000 - $95,000

Skills

Bar Management, Beverage Program Development, Cocktail Development, Team Leadership & Development, Inventory Management, Beverage Cost Control, Labor Management, Vendor Relations, Guest Experience, Restaurant Operations

About Company / Opportunity

Upscale, full-service restaurant in Tiburon, CA with a strong focus on hospitality, beverage quality, and operational excellence. The concept is looking for a hands‑on leader who can elevate the bar program while also contributing as a senior floor manager. The Bar Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of the bar program, operating in alignment with the management team as a floor leader while maintaining full ownership of bar performance. This position blends high‑level operational management with hands‑on leadership, requiring strong business acumen, attention to detail, and the ability to drive both guest experience and financial results. The Bar Manager is accountable for the success of the bar across all areas, including service standards, team development, inventory, cost control, and vendor relationships. While actively managing the floor, this role ensures the bar operates efficiently, profitably, and in full alignment with the overall vision of the restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop bartenders, bar leads, and bar backs
• Manage the bar while supporting overall floor operations
• Own beverage inventory, ordering, receiving, and storage
• Control beverage costs, waste, and product usage
• Create and maintain seasonal cocktail menus
• Manage bar labor, scheduling, and staffing
• Build relationships with vendors and distributors
• Review invoices and monitor purchasing
• Train staff on cocktails, spirits, wine, beer, and service standards
• Ensure compliance with health and alcohol-service regulations
• Resolve guest concerns and maintain high hospitality standards
• Oversee opening, closing, cleanliness, and daily bar operations

Must-Have Skills

• Bar & Beverage Management – Proven experience owning a bar program, including cocktails, beverage quality, inventory, purchasing, and vendor relationships.
• Team Leadership & Development – Strong ability to lead, coach, schedule, and hold bartenders and bar support staff accountable.
• Financial & Operational Management – Experience managing beverage costs, labor, inventory, waste, invoices, and overall bar profitability.

Nice to Have Skills

• Upscale / Fine Dining Experience – Background in a high‑end restaurant, luxury hotel, resort, or polished hospitality environment.
• Cocktail Program Development – Experience creating and evolving craft cocktail menus, seasonal offerings, and beverage programs.
• Vendor & Distributor Relationships – Established relationships with beverage distributors, suppliers, and brand representatives.