Sommelier / Beverage Manager – Tampa, FL

Recruiting Partner: Charles Frede

Tampa, Florida | Food & Beverage & Lodging | Not Remote | $75,000 to $82,000 | Job ID: 172099

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Sommelier / Beverage Manager Compensation & Benefits

  • Base Salary: $75,000 – $80,000
  • Annual Bonus: Up to 10% based on key performance metrics
  • Quarterly Incentive Opportunities
  • Generous PTO (20 vacation days, 5 sick days, paid holidays)
  • Full Health Benefits (80% employer / 20% employee)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Access to employee discount and wellness programs

Sommelier / Beverage Manager Responsibilities

  • Oversee all aspects of the beverage program, including ordering, inventory, and vendor relationships
  • Lead a 10-person bar team, handling scheduling, training, and performance
  • Curate and update wine and cocktail menus (2–3 times annually)
  • Collaborate with the Executive Chef on food and beverage pairings
  • Maintain professional bar operations standards during service
  • Drive bar profitability through innovation, cost control, and guest engagement
  • Support service both on the floor and behind the bar as needed
  • Uphold professional appearance and hospitality standards

Sommelier / Beverage Manager Requirements & Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of bar or beverage leadership in upscale, chef-driven restaurants
  • Level II Sommelier Certification or equivalent wine expertise required
  • Strong cocktail and spirits knowledge, including seasonal menu development
  • Proven team leadership and scheduling experience
  • Comfortable managing daily bar logistics, training, and product mix
  • Highly professional communication, guest service, and presentation skills

Preferred Background & Skills

  • Balanced background in wine, spirits, and cocktail program management
  • Experience managing beverage programs with both cost control and creativity
  • Prior success in rebuilding or refreshing bar teams and concepts
  • Hands-on operator who leads by example during service
  • Able to work autonomously and manage up when needed

 

JOB ID: 172099

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