Restaurant Beverage Manager

Austin, TX, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $60,000.00 - $85,000.00

Work Schedule

Day Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

competitive salary

Quarterly bonus

Paid Time Off

401k

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Accident protection

critical illness insurance

Domestic Partner Benefits

Restaurant Discounts

Employee assistance program

Job Description

Located on South Congress at Music Lane, Aba is a distinguished Mediterranean restaurant with a unique California influence. With presence in Austin, TX, Chicago, IL, and Nashville, TN, Aba showcases the creative culinary vision of Top Chef Alum and Chef Partner CJ Jacobson, who brings a modern twist to traditional Mediterranean cuisine. The restaurant is also renowned for its curated beverage program featuring rare wines and spirits from lesser-known Mediterranean regions. Aba offers diners an exceptional experience marked by exquisite flavors, vibrant ambiance, and dedicated service.

Aba Austin is currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Restaurant Beverage Manager. This position plays a critical role in assisting the Senior Bar Manager and Sommelier with the cocktail, beer, and wine programs, while also leading daily operations. As a part of the Lettuce Entertain You family, Aba benefits from a company culture that values continuous training, career growth, and a supportive workplace environment. The Restaurant Beverage Manager position is full-time, with a competitive salary ranging between $60,000 and $85,000 annually. The role is well-suited for candidates with at least two years of restaurant management experience, a passion for beverage programs, and leadership skills.

The Restaurant Beverage Manager will be responsible for overseeing beverage inventories, managing vendor relationships, and supporting the creation and refinement of beverage menus. They will lead pre-shift meetings, oversee daily operational duties including line checks and inventory management, and ensure that the guest experience remains exceptional. This role requires close collaboration with kitchen and front-of-house teams, the Senior Bar Manager, Sommelier, and the General Manager to drive sales, manage costs, and foster a positive working atmosphere. Additionally, the candidate will be instrumental in hiring, onboarding, training, and supervising back-of-house employees.

Working at Aba means embracing a culture of caring where guest satisfaction and employee well-being are paramount. The Restaurant Beverage Manager must respond promptly and effectively to guest and team needs, maintain strong vendor relationships, and exemplify teamwork and patience when dealing with challenges. Candidates should be prepared for a flexible schedule, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and potentially overnight travel. Physical requirements include the ability to move and lift varying weights.

This opportunity at Aba Austin offers not only a competitive compensation package but also a comprehensive range of benefits. The company’s commitment to its employees includes health insurance options, paid time off, retirement plans, and wellness programs. For those passionate about Mediterranean cuisine and beverage programs, and eager to develop their leadership skills in an inspiring environment, this role represents a remarkable career advancement.

Job Requirements

2+ years of restaurant management experience
excellent communication skills
ability to lead and motivate teams
strong organizational and inventory management skills
ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
physical capability to move and lift up to 50 pounds
knowledge of beverage program management
capability to manage vendor relationships
proficiency in cost control and financial management

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, and 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