Required Years of Experience
3 years
Job Details
Multiple Opportunities | Independent NYC Restaurant Groups
Great hospitality starts with great people. And behind every exceptional beverage program is a leader who brings it to life.
PERSONE NYC is currently partnering with several exciting, independent neighborhood restaurant groups across New York City to recruit talented, creative, and hands-on Beverage, Wine, and Cocktail Directors.
We're looking for passionate hospitality professionals who know that a great beverage program is about much more than what's in the glass. It's about creating memorable guest experiences, building strong teams, developing thoughtful programs, and bringing personality and creativity to the dining room.
CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES:
- BEVERAGE DIRECTOR | WINE & COCKTAILS
$125,000–$140,000
Lead the overall beverage vision, from wine selection and cocktail development to team leadership, purchasing, cost controls, and service standards. An exciting opportunity for a well-rounded beverage professional with strong knowledge of both wine and spirits.
- WINE DIRECTOR | WINE-FOCUSED
$100,000–$125,000 | Based on Experience
Take ownership of a dynamic wine program, including list development, sourcing, vendor relationships, inventory management, and staff education. We're looking for someone with excellent wine knowledge, a genuine love of hospitality, and the ability to make wine approachable, engaging, and exciting for guests and teams alike.
- BAR & COCKTAIL DIRECTOR | COCKTAIL-FOCUSED
$100,000–$115,000
Bring creativity, leadership, and operational expertise to an established cocktail program. Oversee menu development, bar operations, training, purchasing, and profitability while inspiring a team to deliver exceptional drinks and memorable service.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR
Across all three searches, we're particularly interested in professionals who bring:
- Hands-on leadership: These are active, service-driven roles, not positions designed to be managed exclusively from an office.
- Creativity and fresh thinking: The ability to develop exciting beverage experiences while respecting each restaurant's identity and clientele.
- Strong organizational skills: Confidence managing inventory, purchasing, budgets, scheduling, and operational systems.
- A passion for hospitality: A genuine enjoyment of being on the floor, engaging with guests, and supporting service.
- Team development: The ability to train, mentor, motivate, and inspire bartenders, sommeliers, and service professionals.
- Business awareness: A solid understanding of beverage costs, profitability, vendor relationships, and maintaining quality without compromising financial performance.
- Independent restaurant experience: An appreciation for the personality, creativity, and community that make neighborhood restaurants special.
WHY THESE OPPORTUNITIES?
These positions offer the chance to join independent NYC restaurant groups where your ideas, leadership, and creativity can make a real difference.
We're looking for individuals who want to be part of the action, work closely with ownership and leadership teams, and help shape beverage programs that guests remember and return for.
READY FOR YOUR NEXT CHAPTER?
Whether you're actively looking or simply confidentially open to hearing about an exciting opportunity, we'd love to connect.
Apply directly here or email your resume to
All inquiries will be handled confidentially.
PERSONE NYC
Connecting exceptional hospitality talent with NYC's most exciting restaurants.
Compensation Details
Compensation: Salary ($100,000.00 - $140,000.00)
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts
Required Skills
Hands on Leadership
Creativity
Strong Organizational Skills
Passion for hospitality
Team Development
Business Awareness
Guest Engagement
Mentoring
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PERSONE NYC | Hospitality Recruitment
For the past 10 years, PERSONE NYC has been a trusted recruiting partner and leader in hospitality talent search across New York City.
We are a boutique, bespoke recruitment agency dedicated to helping hospitality businesses thrive by connecting them with exceptional professionals who elevate their teams, culture, and guest experience.
While our primary focus is on independently owned restaurants and boutique hotels, we also proudly support catering companies, restaurant groups, nightlife venues, and hospitality-driven concepts across the city.
At PERSONE, we specialize in the search, screening, and placement of top-tier hospitality talent across all levels of restaurant and hotel operations. From Executive Chefs, CDCs, and Sous Chefs to General Managers, Beverage Directors, Events Leaders, and outstanding Floor Managers, we focus on identifying candidates who not only meet the technical demands of the role but also align with each client’s culture, vision, and standards.
Our expertise spans every corner of the industry — from Michelin-starred fine dining restaurants and acclaimed hospitality groups to boutique hotels, fast-casual concepts, and beloved neighborhood institutions.
What makes PERSONE different is our personalized and thoughtful approach. Every search is conducted with care, discretion, and a deep understanding of the hospitality landscape, ensuring long-term success for both our clients and candidates.
Over the past decade, we’ve had the privilege of supporting hundreds of hospitality businesses and professionals, becoming a trusted resource within NYC’s vibrant restaurant community.
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