Bar Manager

Required Years of Experience

3 years

Job Details COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
Hudson & Co. stands on the waterfront, within the rapidly evolving Harborside district in Jersey City. The mammoth 12,000Sq.ft. / 300 seat Modern American Restaurant is embellished in the heart of the prestigious Plaza 10 office tower. While featuring multiple indoor and outdoor dining options, the entire establishment boasts unparalleled views of the Manhattan skyline across the historic Hudson River.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
This is a full-time, on-site role for a Beverage Manager located in Jersey City, NJ. The Beverage Manager will oversee the beverage program at Hudson, including menu development, purchasing, inventory management, and staff training. The Beverage Manager will also work together with the kitchen team to deliver a seamless guest experience.
The Beverage Manager will be responsible for all menu creation, establishing relationships and securing best pricing from vendors and organizing all training materials and agendas in collaboration with BOH and FOH management teams.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Food & Beverage knowledge
Experience in customer service in a restaurant setting
Training experience, including developing and delivering comprehensive training plans
Sales experience with a proven track record
Budgeting experience and financial acumen
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Leadership consistent with company standards and hospitality to our team
Strong organizational skills
Experience with restaurant software and technology is a plus
Experience with event management and planning is a plus
3+ years of experience in beverage management or similar role
Certification in beer, wine or spirits knowledge is a plus

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Competitive Salary
Medical, Dental & Vision
Paid Time Off

Compensation: Salary
Expectations (45-55hr work week)
Purchasing Bonus
Bonus Structure
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts

REQUIRED SKILLS:
Food & Beverage Knowledge
Experience in Customer Service in a Restaurant Setting
Customer Service
Training Experience
Training Development
Sales Experience
Sales
Budgeting Experience and Financial Acumen
Budgeting
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Communication
Leadership Consistent with Company Standards
Interpersonal Skills
Strong Organizational Skills
Leadership
Experience With Restaurant Software and Technology
Organizational Skills
Experience With Event Management and Planning
Restaurant Software and Technology
Certification in Beer, Wine or Spirits Knowledge
Event Management
Beer, Wine, or Spirits Knowledge
3+ Years of Experience in Beverage Management or Similar Role
Hospitality or Culinary Arts Degree

CORE JOB DESCRIPTION:
Inventory & Ordering of Wine, Beer, Spirits, and Non-Alcoholic beverage
EOM Inventory
COG analysis of all beverage items
Recipe development and production guidelines
Creative development of seasonal cocktail menu
Margin edge custodian
Bar schedule and team management
Development of training materials and intellectual property
Hiring, vetting and training new team members
Project management and presented by leadership
Special event and custom programming
Support Atelier as needed
Inventory of Condiments and assorted bar garnish. Order via Chef
Inventory Glassware and Bar Smallware
Organization, Cleanliness, and Sanitation of Bar, Liquor Room, and BOH Storage Areas
Conduct Monthly Deep Cleaning with Staff. Create Cleaning Checklist
Bi-Weekly Bar Training and Menu Exams
FOH Facility Management. i.e.: Lighting, Refrigeration, Plumbing, Electric, Ice Machines, Walk Ins, Cocktail machines, Glycol Beer System.
Staff Uniform Adherence
Conduct 4:30pm Pre-Shift Staff Meeting Daily
Enforce Opening and Closing Side Work Sheets
Cash Handling and safe management
Touch Tables
Tip Sheet Organization, Maintenance
ABC Card Custodian
Servsafe
Alcohol safety and TIPS management Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($65,000.00 - $75,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Menu Development

Purchasing Skills

Purchasing management

Inventory Management

Staff Training and Development

Relationship Building With Vendors

Collaboration With Kitchen Team

Financial Management

Guest Experience Enhancement

Creative Problem Solving

Project Management

Creative Development

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Effective Communication

Team Management

Sanitation and Cleanliness Standards

Customer Relationship Management

Cash Handling Skills

Adaptability in a Fast Paced Environment

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