Beverage Manager

Black Desert Resort, located in the captivating landscape of Southern Utah, offers a premier luxury destination experience with championship golf, refined dining, luxury accommodations, and unforgettable service. The resort features diverse and upscale beverage offerings across its bars, lounges, restaurants, banquet events, and poolside venues. The Beverage Manager plays a critical role in delivering curated beverage experiences aligned with the resorts commitment to quality, innovation, and guest satisfaction.

Job Summary:

The Beverage Manager at Black Desert Resort is responsible for leading the resorts beverage program, including operations oversight for all bars, lounges, and beverage service areas across the property. This role manages beverage inventory, ensures quality control, supports team development, and oversees service excellence across multiple outlets. The ideal candidate combines strong operational acumen with a passion for hospitality, beverage trends, and training excellence.

Job Specifications:

Onsite: Black Desert Resort Shift & Schedule Availability: Year-Round / Full-Time Pay Range: $65,000 $75,000/year. This is the pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.

Why Join Us:

• Luxury Resort Environment: Oversee a beverage program at a premier destination resort.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health insurance, 401(k) with company match, employee dining room, Flexible time away, free hotel stay program and exclusive resort perks.
• Career Advancement: Join a dynamic Food & Beverage leadership team with opportunities for growth across the resort.

• Oversee day-to-day operation of FLO lobby bar and the resorts beverage program across all resort bars, dining venues, and event spaces.
• Develop and manage beer, cocktail, and non-alcoholic beverage menus in collaboration with outlet managers, assistant Director of F&B, and the Director of F&B.
• Monitor beverage cost controls, labor, inventory, and ordering processes to ensure profitability and quality.
• Work with procurement on vendor relationships, negotiating pricing, and ensuring availability of high-quality products.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal alcohol service laws and licensing requirements.
• Implement beverage training programs for bartenders and servers to elevate product knowledge and service standards.
• Partner with culinary and events teams to design pairings, specialty menus, and signature offerings for events and promotions.
• Support operational needs across outlets during high-volume periods, special events, or holidays.
• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and presentation standards for all beverage areas and equipment.
• Lead and inspire bar teams to deliver exceptional service aligned with resort values and guest expectations.
• Assist with guest interaction and service recovery for beverage-related concerns.
• Analyze guest feedback and market trends to enhance beverage programming and elevate guest satisfaction.

• 5+ years of experience in food & beverage or hospitality operations with a focus on beverage management.
• Prior leadership experience in a luxury resort, fine dining, or multi-outlet setting strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of wine, spirits, mixology, beer, and non-alcoholic beverage trends.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, labor, and cost controls.
• ServSafe Alcohol and TIPS certification required or ability to obtain within 30 days.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Familiarity with POS systems, inventory software, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays.