The mission of Creative Culinary Management is to channel our passion for creating an elevated culinary experience, all with a view. We are in the heart of the Seaport in New York. Each of our restaurants offers a unique experience, including The Fulton by Jean-Georges, Malibu Farm, Pearl Alley, The Greens, and more to come in the future! Whether you are looking for a family feast on the cobblestones, an intimate dinner on the pier, or hosting a private event on our pier rooftop. Our partners' creative energy, combined with our extensive hospitality knowledge, ensures a notable encounter for each of our guests.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Director of Beverage will directly be responsible for the beverage programing for the Business Units at our company and implementation of all beverage programing objectives within the multiple F&B venues. The Director of Beverage will be responsible for beverage cost and quality control. The person will be highly involved with service standards, guest experience, beverage programs, purchasing and financial performance. As one of the leaders of hospitality and service the Director of Beverage will oversee all beverage training, monitor to ensure compliance, and takes appropriate action when service levels are not being maintained to the highest of standards by communicating and collaborating with the units/venue leaders.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for developing and implementing beverage program ideas and concepts throughout all Business Units
- Direct beverage programs/offerings and concepts with efficiency as to maximize profit and guest experience
- Increase sales, efficiency, and productivity, while developing innovative and relevant beverage programing throughout the venues and bars
- Implement and maintain systems ensure high quality of service and overall product quality is maintained
- Participate in hiring, supervision, scheduling, development, and training of direct reports and collaborate with FOH service teams
- Fosters a collaborative and engaged working relationship with all company employees promoting a team focus centric culture that will lead to a positive employee experience, resulting in business effectiveness and high levels of productivity
- Responsible for performance management of direct reports and indirect reports; ensuring appropriate handling of performance concerns are addressed in a timely, fair, and consistent manner and approach
- Develop and implement initiatives to increase/maintain employee engagement, motivation, retention, and high levels productivity and efficiencies
- Ensure monthly inventory of beverage and all related items and equipment is accurate and systematic across all venues
- Accountable for meeting and exceeding beverage cost, labor cost, and other operating expenses forecasted
- Ensure that proper security procedures are in place to protect employees, guests, and company assets
- Ensure a safe working environment for our employees and guest to reduce the risk of injury and accidents; complete accident reports promptly in the event that a guest or employee is injured
- Collaborate and contribute to the development of training, reporting procedures and operational documents and forms
- Ensure strong accounting practices are maintained as it relates to all operating activities, beverage costs, operating costs, purchasing and labor management
- Ensure that company policies and procedures, safety and other laws, regulations, and requirements are implemented and followed
- Ability to manage expectations, processes, and multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills and able to demonstrate a high degree of emotional intelligence
- Oversee and ensure compliance with legally requirements as pertains to alcohol consumption and sale
- Follow all company policies, procedures, and guidelines
- Operate ethically to protect the assets and image of the company
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as per business need
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- Minimum 5+ years of successful multi venue beverage management experience at a senior level in a fine dining environment
- Bachelor’s Degree in related field
- Extensive knowledge of wine, spirits, mixology, and fine dining
- TIPS train-the-trainer certification or obtain shortly after hired
- Sommelier certification highly desirable
- Experience in multi-venue environment with large scale activations and event planning
- Demonstrated success in achieving fiscal goals and executing to a high standard
- Proficient with MS Office, MS Project, Outlook applications and ability to learn new systems
- Collaborative work style and ability to work effectively across departments
- Exhibits excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Possess strong interpersonal, collaboration skills with a demonstrated high degree of emotional intelligence to manage and lead a diverse team; must support and promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, and a positive employee experience
- Must support and promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, and a positive employee experience
- Ability to work in an ever-changing environment
- Must be passionate, entrepreneurial, and dedicated to success
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to perform the essential job functions consistent safely and successfully with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs; Ability to stand for prolong periods of time and climb steps regularly.
- Ability to physically maneuver through work areas; bend, lift, carry, reach/extend arms, and hands above shoulder height frequently, or otherwise move in a constantly changing environment.
The base pay range for this position is $100,000.00-$115,000.00. The determination of what a specific employee in this job classification is paid depends on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, prior employment history/job-related knowledge, qualifications and skills, etc
Creative Culinary Management is an equal opportunity employer.