Senior Manager, Beverage at TAO Restaurant

The Senior Beverage Manager controls the organization, management and administration of beverage operations.  Interacts with fellow team members, and supervisors in a polite, courteous and hospitable manner to ensure gracious hospitality.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Maintain professional appearance standards as directed in the Tao Group Hospitality Employee Handbook.
• Responsible for the administration of beverage programs to uphold company image and drive quality guest experiences.
• Mentors FOH Managers and Beverage Managers in their development and understanding of beverage operations. 
• Oversees the implementation of operational systems such as well set up guides, batching recipes, and opening/closing checklists in collaboration with beverage managers and head bartenders.
• Leads strategic beverage trainings for all bartenders with a focus on consistency and employee engagement
• Executes a quarterly competitive market analysis to align with seasonal menu changes
• Leads cocktail development initiatives for all venues in collaboration with corporate beverage team and beverage managers
• Participation and input towards marketing activities with the Director of Event Marketing.
• Demonstrates strong knowledge and ability to maintain all Tao Group Hospitality beverage systems
• Participates in the menu development of new concepts and expansion of current brands.
• Ensure a professional attitude and proper business attire when on property.
• Experience/Skills:
• Previous Food & Beverage experience in a leadership role.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.
• Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings.
• Learn by listening, observing other team members and sharing knowledge while leading by example.
• Portrays a positive and professional attitude.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners and supporting hotel environments.
• Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.
• Assist and/ or complete additional tasks as assigned

Training Requirements:

• Tao Group Hospitality Beverage Manager training, Alcohol Awareness Certificate, Food Handling Certificate.

Minimum Education and Qualifications:

• Previous Food & Beverage experience in a leadership role.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.

SKILLS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT / SCHEDULE 

The work environment characteristics and/or physical demands described here are representative of those a Team Member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions

• Must have strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
• Must have good positive energy throughout the day
• Must be able to read the computer monitors and print legibly
• Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to move quickly through work and set the pace in the office
• Must be able to push and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Small to Medium office environment
• Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working environment
• 5-25% Local Travel (United States) 
• May work extended hours irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well-groomed appearance adhering to Company standards
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment
• Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co-workers in a professional, courteous manner