Beverage operation Manager

Seaspice Brasserie & Lounge; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Seaspice Brasserie & Lounge in Miami, FL seeks a Beverage Operation Manager to oversee all beverage program and bar operations in a full-time, on-site role. You will manage beverage inventory, ordering, cost control, and bar stock accuracy, while developing cocktail menus in collaboration with the culinary team and leading the bar staff to ensure exceptional guest service.

The role requires strong leadership, knowledge of cocktails and wines, and compliance with health and alcohol regulations;

Qualifications

• Experience in managing beverage operations in high-volume settings.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, wines, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Proven leadership in training, scheduling and supervising staff.

Responsibilities

• Oversee beverage inventory, ordering, and cost control.
• Maintain accurate bar stock levels and proper storage/handling.
• Develop and update cocktail menus; pair with culinary team.
• Lead, train, and schedule bar staff; uphold service standards.
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and monitor guest satisfaction.
• Resolve service issues and ensure compliance with health, safety, and alcohol regulations.

Skills

Beverage operations

Cocktails & wines

Leadership

Guest service

Compliance

Inventory management

Training staff

Job description

Company Description

Seaspice Brasserie & Lounge is a high-volume, waterfront dining destination located on the banks of the Miami River. Set in a post-industrial warehouse with sophisticated nautical design elements, the restaurant offers seating for over 350 guests across multiple spaces, including a main dining room and bar, courtyard lounge, garden bar, covered patio, and the Modern Garden. Seaspice specializes in elevated gastro-classic cuisine, signature wood-fired casseroles, and craft cocktails, with a strong focus on quality and guest experience. It is a sought-after venue for private and corporate events, attracting both locals and visitors who come for the food, drinks, and views of the river, downtown skyline, and Floridian sunsets.

Role Description

The Beverage Operation Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the beverage program and bar operations in this full-time, on-site role located in Miami, FL. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing beverage inventory, ordering, and cost control, as well as maintaining accurate bar stock levels and ensuring proper storage and handling. The role involves developing and updating cocktail menus, collaborating with the culinary team to create pairings, and ensuring consistency in drink preparation and presentation. The Beverage Operation Manager will lead, train, and schedule bar staff, uphold service standards, and support a positive, inclusive work environment. This role also includes monitoring guest satisfaction, resolving service issues, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and alcohol regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing beverage operations, including inventory control, ordering, and cost management in a high-volume restaurant or lounge.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, wines, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages, with the ability to design and maintain creative, profitable beverage menus.
• Proven leadership skills in training, coaching, scheduling, and supervising bar staff while fostering an inclusive and respectful team culture.
• Excellent guest service, communication, and conflict-resolution skills, with the ability to maintain composure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to ensure compliance with health, safety, and alcohol service regulations, including familiarity with local and state requirements.
• Solid organizational and problem-solving skills, including attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities during peak service.
• Prior experience in upscale or waterfront dining and event-focused operations is highly beneficial.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required; relevant certifications (e.g., responsible alcohol service) are a plus.