Beverage Manager

Job Introduction

A new and exciting opportunity awaits an experienced hospitality professional to join our team and assume the newly created position of Beverage Manager within the brasserie at Fulham Pier.

As Beverage Manager you will bring your passion for top-tier service and beverage excellence to the brasserie and play a pivotal role in ensuring an exceptional experience for every guest. 

Working in our vibrant, fast-paced brasserie you will oversee all aspects of beverage service, ensuring that every guest enjoys high-quality drinks, from bespoke cocktails to fine wines, while maintaining a welcoming  atmosphere.  You will lead the beverage team, curate exceptional drink offerings, and with your leadership and creativity enhance the overall guest experience.

The brasserie is positioned to offer affordable luxury in a beautifully curated environment, therefore the role requires a unique Beverage Manager with their own brand of personality and flair, to deliver an unforgettable experience to all that visit. 

Fulham Pier will become the heart of the community and the standard bearer for indulgent experiences, which will attract locals, Londoner’s and tourist from all over the world.

We are exceptional hosts and independent champions, curating authentic brands that are dreamed up and run with passion. 

We have a remarkable selection of food and drink experiences, ranging from, pop-up bars and pop-up dining events, to elegant fine dining experiences. 

Our entertainment options are as exceptional as our dining experiences, and we cater for all tastes and moods.  We offer local theatre, outdoor gigs, jazz clubs, an art gallery, cooking classes, a comedy club, book launches, film nights and water sports, to name but a few. In addition to this we offer educational activities and crèche and soft play facilities. Whether it’s saluting the sun in the morning with riverfront yoga or toasting the night with a magical cocktail we are building a playground for the senses!

MAIN RESPONSIBLITIES 

You will manage the bar staff, maintaining product quality, and ensuring compliance with licensing laws and health and safety regulations and work closely with the brasserie Restaurant Manager to deliver a premium beverage experience in line with the restaurant’s standards.

You will also:

• Ensure the smooth running of the bar during peak service periods, particularly on matchdays, while maintaining high standards of service and product quality.
• Manage beverage costs and stock levels efficiently to avoid wastage and ensure profitability.
• Monitor the preparation and presentation of all beverages, including alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, ensuring they meet the required standards.
• Manage the beverage stock, ensuring accurate inventory levels are maintained and orders are placed in a timely manner to avoid shortages.
• Conduct regular stock checks and liaise with suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and manage costs effectively.
• Ensure compliance with licensing laws and that all team members adhere to regulations regarding the sale of alcohol.
• Train and mentor, the beverage service team, ensuring they are knowledgeable about products and service standards.
• Monitor customer satisfaction, responding to any issues or complaints related to beverage service promptly and professionally.
• Collaborate with the kitchen and restaurant management team to ensure smooth coordination between the bar and front-of-house operations.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

It is essential that you have previous experience of working as a Beverage Manager in a busy high-end establishment.  You will have the confidence and panache to manage beverage offerings in a way that contributes to the overall atmosphere of the brasserie, providing an elegant service to all guests.

Proven experience managing front-of-house beverage teams is essential, as is strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide staff.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are also essential as you will be focused on building strong relationships with customers stakeholders and employees.

Above all, you will have the drive an ability to lead and manage the beverage team to provide a service to clients that expect only the best.

You will also have:

• Strong knowledge of beverage products, including wines, spirits, and cocktails.
• Experience in managing bar stock, inventory, and ordering processes.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team, ensuring high standards of service and professionalism.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and licensing regulations related to beverage service.
• Flexibility to work during peak periods, including weekends, and evenings, as required by the business (shifts 5 over 7).
• Level 2 in Food Safety.
• Excellent problem solving abilities.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer a salary of up to £40,000 plus excellent benefits that include:

• TRONC
• Employer pension contribution
• Life assurance 

We’re experience makers and food fanatics. Our experiences are unique, and so are our people. Bring personality, your background and your desire for delighting others. In return we’ll give you all you need to thrive because at Sodexo Live! we’re so much more. Be part of something greater.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.