Beverage Director

At Golden Age Hospitality — the team behind The Nines, ACME, Le Dive, Deux Chats, and The Happiest Hour — we believe nightlife is a cultural expression. Our venues are playgrounds for creativity, design, and unforgettable experiences. Now, we’re seeking a Corporate Beverage Director to lead our beverage programs across all properties.

Role Overview

The position of Corporate Beverage Director encompasses several spheres of hospitality — blending operations, innovation, and creativity. As Beverage Director, you will act as the in-house beverage specialist and provide advisory services to Golden Age Hospitality, including but not limited to:

• Beverage menu development

• Beverage innovation and R&D

• Design and workflow of F&B outlets

• Operational oversight of all beverage functions

The Beverage Director will also be responsible for developing training materials, conducting on-site training, and ensuring service and brand standards are consistently maintained. This role will participate in hosting opportunities, contribute to business and financial modeling, and drive brand growth to strengthen GAH’s presence in the industry.

Previous experience managing a multi-unit beverage program is a must.

Core Responsibilities

Recruitment & Culture

• Direct, monitor & manage recruitment of bar teams across all venues in partnership with People & Culture

• Ensure quality, consistency, and hospitality-driven culture in every team

Labor Management

• Review labor efficiencies weekly

• Develop streamlined workflows and schedules

• Conduct regular audits for efficiency and standards

Training & Development

• Train and inspire teams in beverage knowledge, sales acumen, and creative direction

• Oversee training programs for cocktail, beer, and non-alcoholic offerings across FOH

• Maintain updated compendium and beverage resources

Beverage Operations

• Ensure consistent execution of beverage tasks across all venues

• Oversee professionalism, presentation, and efficiency in bar operations

Communication

• Lead weekly “Bar Team Meetings” with lead bartenders

• Ensure smooth communication between FOH and BOH

Financial Performance

• Set annual revenue targets with FOH managers and hold teams accountable

• Implement costing, pricing, and margin strategies

• Monitor and analyze comps, labor, and profitability

Floor Service & Standards

• Establish and uphold bar service standards

• Actively observe operations during service to ensure compliance

• Develop bar teams into complete sales teams

Inventory & Reporting

• Oversee budgets, weekly/monthly inventory, and stock rotation (via Bevager)

• Deliver monthly beverage reporting packages

• Ensure accurate POS pricing and sales categories

Maintenance

• Supervise upkeep of bar equipment and approve purchases

• Ensure liquor storage and bar areas are clean and compliant

PR, Marketing & Growth

• Partner with marketing to highlight beverage programs across media and events

• Drive beverage innovation and industry recognition

• Develop distributor partnerships and brand collaborations

Benefits

• Monthly travel allowance and wellness bonus

• Two weeks paid vacation (after 90 days)

• 100% company-paid health benefits

• Dining discounts across all Golden Age venues