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
At Black Bear Talent we’re not just about filling a space. We partner with you to find the right fill for your needs. Our number one goal is to find you the career candidate and building the relationship with the employer as your trusted source for staffing and direct hires