Black Bear Talent is recruiting a Beverage Manager to lead and elevate the experience within a dynamic full service dining environment. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, developing high performing teams, and delivering a best in class program that enhances the overall guest experience. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, a passion for hospitality, and a proven ability to build, train, and inspire front of house teams. (This position is a direct hire role)
Key Responsibilities
• Serve as a visible leader who consistently models and reinforces company values and culture
• Direct and optimize all bar operations to ensure efficiency, profitability, and an exceptional guest experience
• Strategically manage staffing to maintain optimal bartender coverage at all times
• Lead the recruitment and selection process for front of house team members
• Champion daily execution of training and development programs to drive consistency and performance
• Own and continuously update all beverage and bartender training materials to reflect current offerings and standards
• Design and implement new training content to support cocktail innovation and promotional initiatives
• Deliver ongoing bartender training sessions focused on quality, service excellence, and responsible alcohol service
• Create and manage training schedules for newly promoted bartenders to ensure smooth transitions and success
• Certify and mentor front of house trainers to uphold high training standards across the team
• Actively develop and coach front of house team members to support growth and retention
• Foster an inclusive, respectful, and team oriented work environment
• Contribute to leadership strategy through active participation in weekly management meetings
• Drive strong communication and collaboration between front of house and back of house teams
• Lead by example during shifts to ensure seamless operations
• Plan and execute beverage focused promotions, special events, and holiday programming
• Ensure all operational systems, policies, and procedures are consistently followed
• Uphold and enforce high standards of service quality and guest satisfaction
• Develop and evolve a comprehensive beverage program that aligns with brand standards and guest expectations
Work schedule
- Weekend availability
- Day shift
- Night shift
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- 401(k) matching