Head Beverage Manager

7 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeSommelier Full time $75,000 - $80,000

Job Title:

We are seeking a highly skilled wine and beverage professional to join our team in delivering exceptional service to guests.

About the Role:

  • Lead and deliver expert wine service, including food pairings, decanting, and tableside presentation
  • Curate and maintain the wine list across multiple venues
  • Design and implement signature cocktails and premium mocktails in collaboration with the bar and culinary teams
  • Manage the entire beverage program, including stock control, supplier relations, and cost optimisation
  • Provide leadership, training, and mentoring to bar and service staff on beverage knowledge and guest interaction
  • Oversee bar operations, ensuring high-quality, efficient service delivery in a fast-paced environment
  • Contribute to department planning, inventory reports, and profitability improvement strategies
  • Ensure compliance with relevant legislation
  • Actively engage with guests to deliver personalised beverage recommendations and enhance overall dining satisfaction

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Preparation of reports including stock, sales, and manning structure

Essential Criteria:

  • Minimum 2 years' experience in a sommelier, head bartender, or senior wine & beverage leadership role in a premium or fine dining venue
  • Certificate in Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA)
  • Strong knowledge of wines, cocktails, and food pairing principles
  • Experience with beverage ordering systems
  • Experience leading service teams and delivering high-end guest experiences
  • Demonstrated ability to manage inventory, beverage costing, and supplier engagement
  • Excellent communication, training, and interpersonal skills
  • Previous experience in a five-star hotel or internationally recognised dining venue
  • Awards or formal recognition in wine or cocktail service

Attributes:

  • Strong people management and ability to coach and mentor co-workers and employees
  • Strong organisational skills with ability to prioritise
  • Excellent written and communication skills
  • Detail-orientated with an aptitude for problem-solving
  • Responsible and dependable
  • Ability to work under pressure

Fundamental Qualifications:

  • RSA certificate
  • Two-year experience as a wine professional

Beverage Industry Expertise:

  • Wine and spirits knowledge
  • Cocktail crafting
  • Food pairing principles

Leadership and Management Skills:

  • People management and coaching
  • Inventory management and control
  • Team leadership

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