Beverage Director

Required Years of Experience

4 years

Job Details Job Summary
Strakers is seeking a Beverage Director to lead and oversee all aspects of the restaurants beverage
program, including wine, cocktails, purchasing, inventory, menu development, staff education, and beverage
financial performance. This role will oversee the wine program with a strong emphasis on Old World wines
while partnering closely with bar leadership on cocktail development and overall beverage operations.
We are looking for someone with strong beverage knowledge, leadership skills, and a team-first mindset
who is excited to help build a premium hospitality brand in a fast-paced new opening environment. The ideal
candidate is adaptable, hands-on, collaborative, and comfortable wearing many hats while mentoring
teammates and supporting day-to-day operations and service.
Key Responsibilities
Beverage Program Leadership

• Lead and oversee all aspects of the beverage program across wine, cocktails, beer, and non-
• alcoholic offerings Curate, maintain, and evolve a wine program with a strong emphasis on Old World wines
• Develop beverage menus that align with Strakers culinary vision, guest experience, and financial goals
• Partner with leadership on the strategic direction of the beverage program while bringing creativity and fresh ideas to the table
• Oversee cocktail program development in partnership with the Bar Manager and bar leadership team
• Establish standards, structure, and operational parameters for the beverage program
• Inventory, Purchasing & Financial Management
• Manage beverage purchasing, vendor relationships, and product sourcing
• Oversee inventory systems, ordering processes, cost controls, and beverage-related P&L performance
• Monitor beverage costs, margins, and profitability while maintaining program quality and integrity
• Analyze sales trends and performance data to make informed menu and purchasing decisions
• Team Leadership & Education
• Lead beverage education initiatives for front-of-house staff through trainings, tastings, quizzes, and ongoing development
• Create a culture of mentorship, accountability, and hospitality excellence Serve as a collaborative and supportive leader for bartenders, servers, sommeliers, and management team members
• Support hiring, onboarding, and development of bar and beverage team members
• Act as a mentor and resource to the Bar Manager and broader service team
• Service & Operations
• Participate in service regularly through opening, closing, and floor leadership responsibilities
• Maintain high standards of beverage service, hospitality, and guest engagement
• Support day-to-day bar operations and ensure consistency in execution
• Work closely with culinary and operations leadership to ensure alignment across the guest
• experience
• Qualifications
• 5+ years of hospitality leadership experience within high-level restaurant, wine, orbeverage-focused environments
• 2+ years of experience overseeing beverage programs, wine programs, or bar operations in a leadership capacity
• Strong understanding of wine, spirits, cocktails, and beverage operations, including purchasing, inventory, cost controls, and menu development
• Experience building, maintaining, and evolving profitable beverage programs and wine lists
• Knowledge of Old World wines and comfort working within a wine-focused restaurant environment preferred
• Experience leading staff education initiatives, trainings, tastings, and beverage-focused
• team development
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with a collaborative, team-firstapproach
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on, and evolving restaurant environment

Compensation Details

Compensation: Salary ($95,000.00 - $105,000.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Potential Bonuses

Required Skills

Creativity in Beverage Menu Development

Strategic Thinking

Analytical Skills for Sales Trends

Problem Solving in Cost Management

Ability to Foster a Collaborative Team Environment

Mentorship and Coaching Skills

Attention to Detail in Beverage Quality

Ability to Manage Vendor Relationships

Financial Acumen in Beverage P&L Performance

Capacity to Handle Fast Paced Environments

Commitment to Continuous Improvement

Ability to Engage Guests Effectively

Flexibility in Role Responsibilities

Strong Organizational Skills

Ability to Inspire and Motivate Team Members

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