Lead Beverage Operations for Luxury Event Catering

Main Event Caterers; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Main Event Caterers in Arlington, VA seeks a Beverage Operations Manager to lead our beverage program for premier events. You will curate wines, spirits, cocktails, and pairings, oversee menu development, inventory, training, and quality service.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in beverage management within luxury hospitality, sommelier or mixology certification preferred, and strong leadership with cost-control discipline to deliver exceptional client experiences.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in beverage management or similar role in luxury hospitality.
• Experience in event catering and fine dining beverage programs.
• Sommelier or beverage management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Beverage program development and oversight.
• Event execution and coordination of beverage service.
• Inventory and cost management.
• Quality control and presentation.
• Regulatory compliance.
• Client engagement and tastings.
• Other duties may be assigned based on business demands.

Skills

Global wines, spirits & cocktails

Leadership, communication, customer服务

Fast-paced, high-pressure environment

Cost control & organization

Flexible hours including evenings/week

Education

Sommelier / mixology / beverage management certification preferred

Job description

Main Event Caterers in Arlington, VA seeks a Beverage Operations Manager to lead our beverage program for premier events. You will curate wines, spirits, cocktails, and pairings, oversee menu development, inventory, training, and quality service.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in beverage management within luxury hospitality, sommelier or mixology certification preferred, and strong leadership with cost-control discipline to deliver exceptional client experiences.