We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Beverage Manager/Head Bartender to join our team in Bolero Restaurant, awarded with Michelin Bib Gourmand 2026. This individual will play a crucial role in creating and maintaining exceptional beverage programs across multiple locations, ensuring quality, consistency, and innovation. As the Head Bartender, you will lead a team of bartenders, oversee inventory management, develop new drink recipes, and uphold the highest standards of service and hospitality.
Responsibilities:
- Beverage Program Development:
- Develop and implement innovative beverage menus tailored to each establishment's concept and clientele.
- Stay updated with industry trends and incorporate new techniques, ingredients, and concepts into beverage offerings.
- Collaborate with management and chefs to ensure beverage selections complement food menus and overall guest experience.
- Staff Training and Management:
- Recruit, train, and mentor a team of skilled bartenders across multiple locations.
- Provide ongoing coaching and support to enhance bartending skills, product knowledge, and service standards.
- Create and maintain a positive and inclusive work environment that fosters teamwork, creativity, and professional growth.
- Operations and Inventory Management:
- Oversee beverage inventory, including ordering, receiving, and maintaining par levels to minimize waste and optimize profitability.
- Implement effective cost control measures while maintaining quality standards.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety regulations regarding alcohol service and storage.
- Customer Service and Guest Experience:
- Lead by example in delivering exceptional customer service and creating memorable guest experiences.
- Engage with guests to understand preferences, gather feedback, and continuously improve beverage offerings and service.
- Handle guest inquiries, feedback, and complaints promptly and professionally, striving to resolve issues to the guest's satisfaction.
- Quality Assurance and Recipe Development:
- Conduct regular tastings and evaluations to ensure the quality and consistency of cocktails, wines, beers, and other beverages.
- Develop and refine recipes, signature cocktails, and beverage presentations to maintain a competitive edge in the market.
- Work closely with vendors and suppliers to source high-quality ingredients and negotiate favorable pricing.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Beverage Manager, Head Bartender, or similar role in a high-volume, upscale restaurant or bar environment.
- Extensive knowledge of spirits, wines, beers, and cocktails, including classic and contemporary recipes.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team.
- Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with guests, staff, and vendors.
- Solid understanding of beverage cost control, inventory management, and financial analysis.
- Certification in responsible alcohol service (e.g., TIPS, ServSafe) preferred.
- Creative flair and passion for mixology, demonstrated through the development of innovative drink recipes and presentations.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required by the business.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development within our growing restaurant group.
- A dynamic and supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork, creativity, and excellence in hospitality.
Join us in shaping the future of beverage programs and elevating the guest experience across our diverse portfolio of restaurants and bars! Apply now to become our Beverage Manager/Head Bartender and make your mark in the world of hospitality
