Corporate Beverage Manager

Nbutexas; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Nbutexas is seeking a Corporate Beverage Manager in Lexington, KY to lead beverage strategy across multiple locations and coach a diverse staff. You will oversee menus, vendor relations, and events, driving profitability and guest satisfaction.

The role requires managing beverage programs bourbon-focused environments, staffing development, budgeting, and cross-department coordination. Occasional travel and strong leadership are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of multi-unit management experience in beverage or hospitality.
• Proven success operating beverage programs across multiple locations.
• In-depth knowledge of mixology, spirits, wine, and beer in a bourbon-centric backbar.
• Strong organizational skills and experience with special events or promotions.
• Excellent personnel management abilities, including hiring, training, and developing a diverse team.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and beverage inventory management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel occasionally to multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support beverage teams across all locations, setting high standards for service and quality.
• Develop, implement, and oversee innovative seasonal beverage menus and cocktail programs.
• Mentor, evaluate, and provide continuous training for beverage staff and managers.
• Manage inventories, cost controls, reports, and budgets while maximizing profitability.
• Partner with marketing to create and execute programs that enhance guest engagement and drive revenue.
• Uphold operational excellence by coordinating with other departments and ensuring smooth beverage operations.
• Monitor trends and continuously enhance the beverage program to align with market innovations.

Skills

Multi-unit management

Beverage program operations

Mixology knowledge

Organizational skills

People management

Budgeting & forecasting

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Job description

Corporate Beverage Manager

Join a respected hospitality group in a pivotal leadership role overseeing beverage strategy, vendor relations, staff education and operations across multiple locations. This is an exciting opportunity to drive innovation, elevate the guest experience, and lead a talented team as you shape the beverage program for a dynamic organization.

Corporate Beverage Manager Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Ongoing professional development through industry training
• Opportunities for career growth within a supportive company culture

Corporate Beverage Manager Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of multi-unit management experience in beverage or hospitality
• Proven success operating beverage programs across multiple locations
• In-depth knowledge of mixology, spirits, wine, and beer in a bourbon-centric backbar
• Strong organizational skills and experience with special events or promotions
• Excellent personnel management abilities, including hiring, training, and developing a diverse team
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and beverage inventory management
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to travel occasionally to multiple locations

Corporate Beverage Manager Preferred Background & Skills

• Experience developing training programs for beverage teams
• Marketing experience related to beverage sales and brand visibility
• Familiarity with vendor negotiations and sourcing

Corporate Beverage Manager Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Lead and support beverage teams across all locations, setting high standards for service and quality
• Develop, implement, and oversee innovative seasonal beverage menus and cocktail programs
• Mentor, evaluate, and provide continuous training for beverage staff and managers
• Manage inventories, cost controls, reports, and budgets while maximizing profitability
• Partner with marketing to create and execute programs that enhance guest engagement and drive revenue
• Uphold operational excellence by coordinating with other departments and ensuring smooth beverage operations
• Monitor trends and continuously enhance the beverage program to align with market innovations

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Ben Irwin