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Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the business? Since its inception in 1957, Invited has operated with the central purpose of building relationships and enriching the lives of our members, guests and more than 17,000 employees. We are the largest owner and operator of private clubs nationwide, with 130+ country clubs, city clubs, and athletic clubs. Our Clubs offer first-class amenities, including championship golf courses, modern workspaces, handcrafted cuisine, resort-style pools, state-of-the-art racquet facilities, fitness centers, and much more. Come be a part of this incredible and inclusive team at Invited! 

Job Summary 
The Beverage Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of beverage service, including inventory control, ensuring proper pours, and maintaining cleanliness and organization of the bar area. Responsibilities include locking and securing the bar and clubhouse when scheduled. This role ensures that all service provided meets or exceeds member expectations by consistently applying the 3-steps of service. The Beverage Manager works closely with the team to uphold the club's high standards for quality and service, contributing to an exceptional member experience.  

Reporting Structure 
Reports to the Director of Food & Beverage

Day to Day
    Oversee inventory management of all wine, beer, liquor, and non-alcoholic beverages, ensuring proper rotation and seasonal ordering.
    Adapt to member interest and changes in the club's beverage standards while maintaining high product quality and availability.
    Manage cellar and storage conditions to preserve optimal aging and quality of wine and other beverages.
    Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Food & Beverage Director on menu development, ensuring beverage parings and creating unique drink offerings for events.
    Create imaginative cocktail, beer, and wine menus focused on seasonal, interesting ingredients.
    Ensure staff are trained in proper techniques and recipes.
    Ensure adherence to safety and sanitation practices for beverage storage, presentation, and service, maintaining compliance with club standards and policies.
    Supervise dining room and bar staff, including scheduling, conducting service meetings, and assisting in performance reviews with the Food & Beverage Director.
    Provide ongoing training on wine, beer, liquor, and other beverage service standards, ensuring all staff are certified and have completed Alcohol Safety Training.
    Facilitate educational programs to continuously develop beverage knowledge among service staff.
    Engage with members and guests, providing expert wine selections, pairings, and assistance with beverage presentations.
    Work the dining room and bar floor during service, ensuring a consistent and high-quality beverage experience.
    Oversee the beverage aspects Private Events, attending BEO meetings, determining product needs, and ensuring smooth operations.
    Represent beverage operations at event planning meetings, ensuring member expectations are exceeded, club space is optimized without being overbooked, and beverage aligns seamlessly with the overall event experience.
    Collaborate with the Private Event team to upsell beverages and menu items.
    Foster strong, collaborative relationships with the Executive Chef, Food & Beverage, fellow team members, members, guests, and vendors ensuring smooth operations and exceptional service across all beverage programs.
    Interact professionally with members and guests, accommodating changes and last-minute requests as needed.
    Complete additional duties as assigned by management.
    Oversee all club beverage programs including wine lists, wines by the glass, and seasonal drink/cocktail offerings.
    Attend wine committee meetings, assist chair with agenda and minutes, and contribute to the enhancement of wine programming.
    Demonstrate financial acumen by managing beverage-related costs (wine, beer, liquor, and labor)., and contribute to upselling opportunities and budget-conscious operations.

Additional Duties 
    Due to the dynamic nature of the club, employees are expected to assist others as needed and take on additional tasks as assigned by management.
    Follow all company, club, and department policies, procedures, and instructions.
    Represent the company's management team by supporting and enforcing policies while maintaining the highest standards of ethics and integrity.
    Maintain a high level of professionalism and a commitment to excellence in interactions with members, colleagues, and staff.
    Promote and follow safe working practices, ensuring compliance with safety guidelines and encouraging others to do the same.
    Supervise and ensure the completion of side work duties assigned to food & beverage staff, as well as maintain general cleanliness and organization across all food & beverage outlets.
    Develop and manage a wine and beverage sales incentive for the service team, to be implemented on a monthly or quarterly basis, boosting both team performance and revenue.
    Support the Director of Food & Beverage in maintaining operation excellence by controlling key expenses such as labor, linen, and other miscellaneous food & beverage costs, ensuring alignment with Invited's operational standards.
    Take the initiative in personal and professional growth and maintain any required certifications relevant to your role.
    Address and resolve challenges using available resources, working with regional and corporate teams to support club operations.
    Support the overall efficiency of the team by collaborating and contributing to the club's goals.

About You
Required  
    A college degree in the Culinary Arts or Hospitality Management.
    A minimum of 3 years in a leadership role such as Lead Server, Supervisor, Captain, Maitre d', or similar position in a club, restaurant, or hospitality establishment.
    A minimum of 2 years of experience in the wine industry.
    Achieved and maintained at least a Level 1 Sommelier Certificate (CMS1).
    Commitment to ongoing professional development and certification renewal.
Preferred 
    Experience in developing and executing a successful wine and cocktail program.
    Specialized training in the wine and/or beverage industry.
    Proven ability to manage and enhance a successful and financially sound beverage program. 
    Completion of all food & beverage online training modules: Service Training, Host Training,
Bartender Training, Server Assistant Training, Banquet Server Training, Beverage Cart Attendant Training, Kitchen, Employee Training, F&B Refresh Training, Culinary Safety, Food Safety, and Alcohol Safety.

Physical Requirements 
    Must be able to stand, walk, and perform physical activities for extended periods.
    Ability to work in varying temperatures and environments, with potential exposure to dust, fumes, or gases.
    Capable of climbing ladders, squatting, kneeling, reaching, grasping, twisting, bending, and folding/unfolding as required.
    Able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 100 lbs. occasionally.
    Effective communication skills, including talking and hearing, with sufficient visual acuity.

Primary Tools/Equipment 
    Trays (2 - 60 lbs.)
    Bottle Opener
    Wine Tool
    Computer

Work Schedule 
    Attendance requirements for this position as outlined on the weekly schedule.
    Additional hours are required to meet deadlines of the position, including weekends and/or holidays.
 

What We Offer
We believe in taking care of our team, and our Total Rewards package reflects that commitment. Your actual base pay will be determined by your skills, experience, education, location, and-if you're in a non-exempt role-hours worked.
While not all roles at Invited are full-time, those full-time team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
    Medical, dental, and vision coverage
    Life insurance
    Short-term and long-term disability insurance
    401(k) retirement savings plan
    Generous paid time off and leave programs (time off as required by applicable law is also provided for part time team members)

Want to learn more? Visit www.invitedbenefits.com for full details.

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Invited is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer  

The job posting outlines the general requirements for this position and is not a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Additional duties not mentioned here may be assigned as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the Club.