Beverage & Sommelier Lead - Elevate Guest Experience

The Bungalow Hospitality Group; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bungalow Hospitality Group is seeking a Beverage Manager-Sommelier to support the General Manager in leading daily front-of-house operations, guest experience, staff performance, and compliance for a fast-paced California bistro.

You will drive wine revenue, oversee inventory and ordering, and coach the team on wine knowledge, cocktails, and guest service while maintaining adherence to California regulations and standards.

Qualifications

• California Food Handler Card required, or obtained within 30 days of hire.
• California RBS Certification required within 60 days of hire.
• ServSafe Manager Certification required or obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Minimum of 3 years of hospitality or restaurant experience, including supervisory or management responsibility.
• Strong knowledge of California labor laws, wage and hour requirements, and responsible alcohol service.
• Good knowledge of California wine and craft cocktails preferred.
• Proficiency with POS systems, scheduling software, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Drive wine revenue, train the team on wine knowledge, food pairing and salesmanship
• Responsible for beverage and wine inventory weekly
• Responsible for ordering
• Work along the bar lead to develop cocktails and ensure excellence behind the bar
• Oversee front-of-house operations during shifts, ensuring smooth and efficient service.
• Recruit, train, schedule, and supervise FOH staff in compliance with California wage and hour laws.
• Ensure accurate timekeeping and that non-exempt staff receive required meal and rest breaks.
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, and documentation in partnership with the General Manager.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Staff leadership

Hospitality experience

Communication

Education

California Food Handler Card

California Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) Certification

ServSafe Manager Certification

Tools

POS systems

Scheduling software

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Bungalow Hospitality Group is seeking a Beverage Manager-Sommelier to support the General Manager in leading daily front-of-house operations, guest experience, staff performance, and compliance for a fast-paced California bistro.

You will drive wine revenue, oversee inventory and ordering, and coach the team on wine knowledge, cocktails, and guest service while maintaining adherence to California regulations and standards.