Beverage Program Manager & Trainer (Airport Concessionaire)
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $90,000.00 - $100,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
401(k) with match
Annual company holidays
Paid Time Off
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
long-term disability insurance
short-term disability insurance
accident insurance
Cancer Insurance
legal insurance
Pet insurance
Employee assistance program
financial assistance
Summer Fridays
Job Description
IMI Agency (Incentive Marketing, Inc.) is a renowned beverage marketing agency specializing in Building Better Beverage Business™ for hospitality clients. With over 30 years of experience, IMI focuses on delivering innovative marketing programs and promotions, interactive food and beverage merchandising and operational tools, comprehensive staff training, and recognition and reward programs that cater to all channels within the chain hospitality industry. IMI's commitment to managing brand interests with utmost integrity and excellence has established it as a trusted partner for a wide range of hospitality operators, beverage suppliers, and distributors. The company values diversity, inclusion, and fostering an ethical, transparent,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- minimum of four years in a leadership role in the restaurant, bar, or hospitality industry
- willingness and ability to travel 50% or more
- strong verbal and written communication skills
- ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- proficiency with data analysis and program evaluation
- knowledge of the alcoholic beverage industry and three-tier distribution system
- experience in budget management and tracking expenditures
- ability to train and mentor staff effectively
- adaptability to varying management styles and team dynamics
- high level of professionalism and ethics
- availability to work remotely and onsite as required
Job Qualifications
- Follow-up and follow-through must be your mantra
- deep expertise in the alcoholic beverage industry, including product knowledge and the three-tier distribution system
- proven success in managing high-level projects from concept to execution
- strong understanding of beverage performance standards across various hospitality settings
- demonstrated creativity in designing and implementing beverage promotions
- comfort in making complex business decisions balancing innovation and profitability
- experience in mixology and craft cocktail development is a plus
- Cicerone, CSS, CSW, and WSET certification(s) are a plus
- minimum of four years in a leadership role in the restaurant/bar/hospitality industry
- in-depth understanding of spirits, wine, and beer, with emphasis on product knowledge and modern bar environments
- understanding cost control, inventory management, and menu engineering
- knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food handling procedures
- experience working with third-party marketing teams and familiarity with funding structures and legal considerations are a plus
- willingness and ability to travel at least 50% to support meetings, openings, promotions, and conferences
- skilled in budget management and tracking expenditures with regular reporting
- effective communicator across all management levels and staff, including high-level stakeholders
- clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
- adaptable to various management styles and team dynamics
- proactive problem-solver who takes initiative and contributes solutions
- capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously with strong multitasking abilities
- experienced in data analysis, program evaluation, and developing metrics to measure success
- high-energy interpersonal skills and polished, professional demeanor
- ability to prioritize tasks and work independently with minimal supervision
- service-oriented with a client-first mindset and hospitable approach
Job Duties
- Perform R&D on beverage program trends, promotions, and target properties
- develop, manage, and execute promotional events for beverage program brands and supporting marketing materials
- lead training initiatives through onsite visits, quarterly calls, and ongoing maintenance of digital resources
- conduct on-site staff training for new unit openings
- monitor program performance through digital and in-person compliance audits
- collect menus for detailed category reviews
- provide timely follow-up with property leadership to implement necessary corrections
- track and report results to superiors
- compile and present associated beverage program data periodically
- collaborate and support national beverage program partnerships to drive compliance
- travel to support brand meetings, promotional events, new openings, renovations, and industry conferences
- act as a full member of beverage task force teams, providing training and mentorship to bar staff and leadership
- document and report recaps of training initiatives, successes, and areas of enhancement
- perform other related duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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