Head of Mixology

HSH Group / The Peninsula Hong Kong; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 vacation days per year

9 paid holiday days per year

5 Chicago Paid Sick Leave days peryear

5 Chicago Paid Leave days per year

Complimentary employee meals

Discounted parking

Discounted room nights at The Peninsul

50% discount on spa services

25% discount on spa retail

80% company-paid medical, dental and视觉

Complimentary life insurance

Complimentary long-term disability

Retirement plan with 5% company match

Job summary

The Peninsula Chicago invites applications for a guest-focused Head of Mixology to lead our beverage program at a Five-Star, Five-Diamond property on Michigan Avenue. You will design innovative cocktails, mentor bartenders, and ensure top-tier service in a luxury setting.

Based in Chicago, this on-site role offers an extensive benefits package, a competitive $80,000–$100,000 annual salary, and opportunities to grow within a diverse, multi-outlet property.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years leadership experience in a three-meal period in a restaurant Five-Star hotel.
• Fluent English; additional languages advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of cocktails, wines, and beverage pairings.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement innovative cocktail, spirits, wine, and non-alcoholic beverage programs
• Create seasonal and signature beverage menus aligned with The Peninsula and guest expectations
• Standardize recipes, presentation guidelines, and quality controls across all departments
• Lead, mentor, and develop bartenders, bar managers, and beverage teams
• Ensure compliance with all alcohol service regulations, licensing requirements, and health and safety standards
• Assist Z Bar in staff scheduling, delegation of job tasks, monitoring and supervision of service, monitoring reservations and table assignment, and ensuring managerial floor presence
• Utilize the POS and HOTsos systems as per policies and procedure in place
• This Job Description is not inclusive of all job tasks but a guide, and tasks may be added or removed by your immediate supervisor according to changes that may occur in the working environment

Skills

Leadership experience

English fluency

Beverage program development

Staff mentoring

Cocktail knowledge

Tools

POS system

HOTsos

Job description

Working with a talented team of Food & Beverage professionals, The Peninsula Chicago is seeking a guest-focused Head of Mixology.

• Work for a luxury Five-Star Five-Diamond property in the heart of Michigan Avenue, Chicago.
• Learn and grow within a diverse multi-outlet property.
• Exceptional health benefits package and 401(k) with company match.

Key Accountabilities:

• Design, develop, and implement innovative cocktail, spirits, wine, and non-alcoholic beverage programs
• Create seasonal and signature beverage menus aligned with The Peninsula and guest expectations
• Standardize recipes, presentation guidelines, and quality controls across all departments
• Lead, mentor, and develop bartenders, bar managers, and beverage teams
• Ensure compliance with all alcohol service regulations, licensing requirements, and health and safety standards
• Assist Z Bar in staff scheduling, delegation of job tasks, monitoring and supervision of service, monitoring reservations and table assignment, and ensuring managerial floor presence
• Utilize the POS and HOTsos systems as per policies and procedure in place
• This Job Description is not inclusive of all job tasks but a guide, and tasks may be added or removed by your immediate supervisor according to changes that may occur in the working environment

General Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years leadership experience in a three-meal period in a restaurant Five-Star hotel
• In depth understanding of various cuisine, wines, and pairings.
• Ability to speak English fluently, additional languages would be highly advantageous.

Benefits We Offer:

• 10 vacation days per year
• 9 paid holiday days per year
• 5 Chicago Paid Sick Leave days per year
• 5 Chicago Paid Leave days per year
• Complimentary employee meals
• Discounted parking
• Discounted and complimentary room nights at The Peninsula Hotels
• 50% discount on spa services
• 25% discount on spa retail
• 80% company-paid medical, dental and vision coverage
• Complimentary life insurance
• Complimentary long-term disability
• Retirement plan with 5% company match

To be considered for the position, you must have work authorization in the United States. The salary range for this role is $80,000-100,000 per year.