Beverage Operations Lead — Luxury Events & Banquets

Hyatt Hotels Corporation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Driskill, a flagship property within The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, seeks a Beverage Operations Manager to lead beverage operations for banquets, catering, and special events. You will partner with the Banquet Manager to plan, coordinate, and execute beverage experiences that delight guests and drive profitability.

You will develop beverage programs, manage inventory and budgets, train staff, and uphold luxury hospitality standards while ensuring compliance with health and alcohol

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of leadership experience in beverage, restaurant, banquet, or luxury hotel operations.
• Broad knowledge of beverage products, service standards, and operating practices, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic offerings.
• Demonstrated ability to support beverage program development, service execution, and continuous improvement.
• Strong written / verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to drive sales and guest satisfaction.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business demands require.
• TABC Certification

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and continually enhance beverage offerings for banquet, catering, and special event operations.
• Partner with Culinary and Event Services leadership to coordinate cohesive food and beverage experiences.
• Monitor industry and guest trends and recommend products, services, and experiences that enhance guest engagement and profitability.
• Support the Banquet Manager with the planning, preparation, and successful execution of weddings, social events, corporate meetings, galas, and other special events.
• Collaborate with Event Sales and Event Planning teams to create customized beverage services and experiences for clients.
• Support the Banquet Manager with essential functions such as payroll, scheduling, staffing coordination, and on-the-floor support during events.
• Oversee beverage inventory, organization, ordering, and procurement processes.
• Build relationships with vendors, distributors, and winery partners.
• Assist in developing annual beverage budgets and forecasting.
• Train and develop banquet colleagues on beverage service, product knowledge, preparation and presentation, responsible alcohol service, and luxury hospitality standards.
• Maintain compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol regulations.
• Monitor inventory controls, ordering procedures, and cost-management practices.

Skills

Leadership

Beverage knowledge

Communication

Sales orientation

Problem solving

Job description

The Driskill, a flagship property within The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, seeks a Beverage Operations Manager to lead beverage operations for banquets, catering, and special events. You will partner with the Banquet Manager to plan, coordinate, and execute beverage experiences that delight guests and drive profitability.

You will develop beverage programs, manage inventory and budgets, train staff, and uphold luxury hospitality standards while ensuring compliance with health and alcohol