Beverage Manager

Position Title : Beverage Manager

Pay 13

Reports To :

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000

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Job Summary

Restaurant Associates, the industrys leading hospitality and dining services provider, is seeking a Beverage Manager for Genesis House, an innovative cultural and culinary destination in New York City. The Beverage Manager will oversee the beverage program, ensuring a dynamic, world-class experience that reflects Genesis Houses blend of tradition, innovation, and luxury. This leader will curate beverage offerings, drive financial performance, and inspire the service team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of the beverage program, including wine, beer, spirits, cocktails, and non-alcoholic selections, with a focus on quality, creativity, and alignment with Genesis Houses brand.

Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary team to develop beverage pairings, seasonal menus, and special programming.

Manage purchasing, vendor relationships, inventory control, and monthly beverage cost reporting, ensuring adherence to budgetary goals.

Train, mentor, and support bartenders, servers, and front-of-house staff in beverage knowledge, mixology skills, and responsible service standards.

Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations regarding alcohol service.

Create innovative guest experiences through beverage events, tastings, and promotions.

Monitor service standards and guest satisfaction, addressing concerns with professionalism and urgency.

Ensure beverage areas and bars are maintained in pristine condition with a focus on safety, sanitation, and presentation.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum 35 years of beverage management experience in luxury hospitality, fine dining, or high-end cultural venues.

Strong knowledge of global wine regions, artisanal spirits, mixology, and emerging non-alcoholic trends.

Certified Sommelier, Cicerone, or equivalent beverage certification strongly preferred.

Proven track record of managing beverage costs, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Excellent leadership, communication, and training skills with the ability to inspire a team.

Guest-focused mindset with a passion for hospitality, creativity, and innovation.

Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer : this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance / AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site / state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID : 1469644

Restaurant Associates

Michael Abbey

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