Restaurant Beverage Manager

Nashville, TN, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Salary

Range $60,000.00 - $85,000.00

Benefits

competitive salary

Quarterly bonus

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Accident protection

critical illness insurance

Domestic Partner Benefits

Restaurant Discounts

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Aba Nashville is part of the esteemed Aba restaurant group, which operates locations in Austin, TX, Chicago, IL, and Nashville, TN. Aba represents a unique blend of Mediterranean cuisine with a distinctive California influence, bringing a fresh and modern approach to Mediterranean cooking. Founded with inspiration rooted in the Hebrew meaning of "father," Aba is located in the vibrant Wedgewood-Houston neighborhood of Nashville. The restaurant emphasizes top-quality ingredients, skillful culinary techniques, and a warm, inviting atmosphere that connects with guests on a personal level. Aba’s menu is crafted under the direction of Top Chef Alum Chef Partner CJ Jacobson, showcasing modern Mediterranean dishes that are both innovative and authentic. In addition to the food, Aba's beverage program is a highlight, featuring carefully curated spirits and rare wines sourced from lesser-known Mediterranean regions, providing guests with a distinctive and enriching dining experience.

The opportunity at Aba Nashville is for a Restaurant Beverage Manager position, supervised by Lettuce Entertain You, a culinary-driven restaurant company known for its culture of caring and commitment to career development. This full-time role offers an attractive salary range from USD 60,000 to USD 85,000 per year and includes quarterly bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package. The Restaurant Beverage Manager will assist the Senior Bar Manager and Sommelier in managing the cocktail, beer, and wine programs, ensuring that the beverage service complements Aba’s exceptional culinary experience.

This leadership position demands an individual with strong restaurant management experience who is capable of leading daily operations related to the beverage offerings. The Restaurant Beverage Manager’s role is multifaceted, involving inventory management, vendor relationship development, staff leadership, and guest interaction. This person will be integral in shaping the beverage menu and managing cost control measures to support business growth. Aba Nashville, backed by Lettuce Entertain You’s commitment to excellence, offers career-long training and opportunities for growth, making it an ideal position for anyone passionate about hospitality, leadership, and beverage service in a high-caliber culinary environment.

Job Requirements

2+ years of restaurant management experience
ability to work a variety of days and shifts including early mornings, late nights and weekends
ability to move and lift up to 50 pounds
excellent communication and leadership skills
experience managing beverage programs
knowledge of inventory management and vendor relations
ability to respond effectively to guest and employee needs
able to work at multiple sites with or without overnight travel

Job Qualifications

2+ years of restaurant management experience
skilled in developing guest rapport
skilled in leading teams

Job Duties

Manage all beverage inventories, cost-outs and pricing updates with lead role in beverage menu changes
manage beer, liquor and wine vendor relationships
work closely with senior bar manager and sommelier
lead pre-shift meetings and participate in line, temperature and cooler checks
oversee all closing manager duties including counting down the safe, reviewing labor sheets and preparing nightly numbers email
organize, run and supervise smooth and efficient daily opening and closing shifts, ensuring an exceptional guest and employee experience
provide guidance and leadership to hourly and management teams while fostering our Culture of Caring
respond immediately and effectively to guest and employee needs and feedback
assist GM in managing costs, driving sales and growing the business in support of financial goals
partner with GM and management team to interview, hire, onboard, train, supervise and develop all BOH employees and teams as needed
perform regular and ad hoc inventories of food, beverage and restaurant supplies and track high cost items
place food, beverage and restaurant supply orders
accept and inspect deliveries
model and promote teamwork across all teams
use tact and good judgment when dealing with challenges pertaining to guests, vendors and employees
respond with patience and courtesy
work a variety of days and shifts (including early mornings, late nights and weekends) at multiple sites with or without overnight travel, as needed
move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds