Beverage Manager - The Cosmopolitan

MGM Resorts International; Las Vegas (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness incentives

Discounts

Free meals

Free parking

Health protection

Income protection

Development opportunities

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

MGM Resorts International is seeking a Beverage Manager in Las Vegas to provide direction and leadership for the Beverage and Cocktails team. You will direct Assistant Beverage Managers and manage staff to meet operational and financial goals while upholding MGM's service standards.

The role emphasizes staff training, vendor knowledge, and adherence to liquor regulations to ensure an exceptional guest experience across all beverage venues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• 2+ years of prior relevant experience preferred.
• Previous experience working in a similar resort setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily beverage operations and budgets to support profitability.
• Direct beverage staff including training, scheduling, and performance coaching.
• Ensure health, sanitation, and compliance with liquor regulations across venues.
• Collaborate with Human Resources on employee relations and engagement.
• Maintain knowledge of liquor brands, beer, wine, and cocktails for service excellence.
• Enforce policies, menus, and service standards across the beverage program.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Guest service

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Las Vegas, Nevada

The SHOW Comes Alive At MGM Resorts International

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests.

The Job

The purpose of the Beverage Manager is to provide direction and leadership for the Beverage and Cocktails team consistent with the MGM brand. They direct Assistant Beverage Managers and manage the Beverage Staff team to achieve the operational and financial goals of each beverage venue; monitoring the performance, scheduling and training of the staff; maintaining the facilities in accordance with MGM Resorts service standards; and ensuring high customer satisfaction and an exceptional guest experience. All duties are performed in accordance with company policies and procedures.

The Starting Rate

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Responsible for monitoring of daily beverage operations, fiscal budgets, guest service standards, and execution of marketing strategies to produce both short-term and long-term profitability. Accountable for par levels for supplies, liquor, beer, wine and equipment, completing requisitions to replenish shortages or additional items needed for the anticipated business.
• Responsible for execution of policies, operating procedures, training programs, directives, menus, work schedules, rules and regulations for the beverage staff.
• Interview, select, train, supervise, counsel and coach beverage staff for the efficient operation of the department. Drive employee engagement through coaching, training, and development.
• Collaborate with Human Resources regarding employee relations.
• Maintain the highest standards of health, sanitation and cleanliness in all areas of Beverage. Maintain complete knowledge and strictly abide by state liquor regulations, particularly those prohibiting service to minors, intoxicated persons and drunk driving.
• Maintain complete knowledge of all liquor brands, beers and non-alcoholic selections available in outlets, the particular characteristics and description of every wine/champagne by the glass and major wines on the wine list, designated glassware and garnishes for drinks, all bar menu items, preparation method/time, ingredients, sauces, portion sizes, garnishes, presentation and prices.

The Ideal Candidate

• Is 21+ years of age
• Bachelor's Degree Preferred
• 2+ Years of Prior Relevant Experience Preferred
• Previous experience working in a similar resort setting Preferred

The Perks & Benefits

• Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally
• Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more
• Free meals in our employee dining room
• Free parking on and off shift
• Health & Income Protection benefits (for eligible employees)
• Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community