Beverage Director

Job Description:

We're seeking a visionary Beverage Director at The Emily Hotel to lead our property-wide beverage program with creativity, precision, and passion. If you thrive on crafting exceptional guest experiences, developing dynamic teams, and driving profitability, this role is for you. From curating menus and streamlining bar operations to mentoring staff and managing inventory, you'll be at the forefront of innovation and excellence in hospitality. Bring your expertise in beverage service, training, and cost management to a team that values collaboration, quality, and service above all else.

Ready to elevate the art of beverages? Let's raise the bar-together.

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive pay and a Comprehensive Benefit Package
• Health Saving Account, Flexible Saving Account, Employee Assistance Program
• Annual Education Allowance
• Generous Referral Program
• Fun and collaborative company culture with lots of team-building events
• Friends and Family rates for Level Hotels & Furnished Suites, The Opus Hotel and The Emily Hotel

What Will You Do?

Service Management

• Provide warm, humble and knowledgeable service throughout the property
• Be an active participant in all outlets of during service as needed
• Liaise with hotel, restaurant, and banquet operations teams to ensure a seamless guest experience
• Oversee cleanliness of staff and physical bar areas across all outlets
• Conduct pre-shift meetings with staff and review all information pertinent to the day's business.
• Participate in the preparation of weekly schedules in accordance with staffing guidelines and labor forecasts and adjust schedules throughout the week to meet the business demands.
• Maintain current and accurate knowledge of the menu offerings.

Development of Beverage Program

• Forecast and execute beverage orders while creating appropriate training materials and information for new items/rollout
• Plan meetings with vendors to keep the program current and evolving
• Streamline the efficiency of all bar layouts including well set-up and back bars
• Responsible for keeping Spirit, Beer, Wine & N/A menus current and priced appropriately
• Develop managers & bartenders for delegation and oversight as appropriate

Inventory Control

• Assess and correct any potential inconsistency or issues relating to inventory
• Oversee communication of 86'd and low inventory items and determine "pivots"
• Oversee and schedule inventory process for NA Bev, beer, wine, and liquor
• Oversee all invoicing is timely and accurate
• Responsible for ensuring inventory levels meet the needs of the business
• Set standards for beverage storage and back bar organization

Monitor Purchasing / Sourcing

• Manage spending in comparison to budget/forecast under Dir. Food & Bev.
• Place beverage orders as necessary
• Oversee the coordination of incoming product with staff/managers
• Oversee beverage purchasing and report to Dir. F&B on spending

Quality Control

• Ensure proper par levels and quality control of juices, syrups, garnishes
• Oversee the preparation of all things beverage and ensure quality of product served
• Ensure accuracy of batched recipes and cocktail recipe resources

Training

• Develop education procedures & documents for beer, wine, N/A, spirits and cocktails, including reeducation of current staff as needed
• Work alongside management team to spot check recipes; pour measurements, efficiency, hospitality, speed and cleanliness of all bar & beverage areas
• Inform and develop weekly and ongoing spirit, wine, etc. education for staff with GM
• Serve as a mentor for all bar staff & FOH staff overall; meet annually with staff and help them develop the skills to move up

Additional Responsibilities:

• Open availability including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed
• A 5-day work week is expected with both administrative and on-the-floor shifts (subject to change for holidays, special events, or pop-ups)
• Coordinate schedules with Dir. of Food & Beverage to ensure floor-wide manager presence
• Attend Weekly meetings with Ownership, Directors, Managers & other depts.
• Lead trainings with service staff
• Support and adhere to scheduled staff trainings and hotel meetings as communicated by Director of F&B
• Oversee and execute procedures for inventory/stocking/purchasing/equipment maintenance (as related to the bar)

What You Bring:

• 2 years of management experience
• 2 years of beverage director experience in a full-service restaurant
• Skilled in leading and developing teams
• Experienced with inventory and BOH systems
• Knowledge of safety initiatives in compliance with OSHA guidelines
• Education in hospitality management, culinary arts, business administration or similar required
• If applicable, must meet required minimum age to serve alcohol

About the company:

The Emily Hotel is a boutique hotel inspired by art and woven in nature. The name, a nod to renowned artist Emily Carr who inspired belief that art can change the way we look at the world. We are upscale, but approachable. Carefully curated yet laid back. Urban but rooted in nature. We hold purposeful values, strive to make sustainability a priority, and share an uncompromising vision to deliver a fresh experience. The core of The Emily's offering is exceptional delivery of well-designed lifestyle spaces. Here people hang out, meet like minded people, and feel inspired.

How To Apply:

Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents.

We thank all applicants for your interest in the Onni Group. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

Salary Range:

$70,000 - $100,000

About The Company:

Onni

For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.

How To Apply:

Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents.

We thank all applicants for your interest in the Onni Group. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.