Job Summary

To Apply for this Job Click Here

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

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 168498

#post

Charles Frede

To Apply for this Job Click Here

Share This Job

Additional Information

At Goodwin Recruiting, our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person’s age, gender, race, color, marital or family status, national origin, disability, religion, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity has no bearing on whether they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We work hard to identify a broad slate of candidates for each of our clients, with many hiring success stories to share.

Kalyn joined Goodwin Recruiting with over a decade of experience in operations, leadership, and hospitality management. She’s known for her values-driven approach, strong team-building skills, and commitment to excellence. Kalyn’s experience across industries - ranging from medical and construction to hospitality and finance - has made her highly effective in full-cycle recruiting.