Beverage Manager

Embassy Suites by Hilton -Berkeley Heights, located in New Jersey, is seeking dedicated individuals to join our team! As a job applicant, you'll have the opportunity to work in a modern, all-suite hotel that offers exceptional service and amenities to our guests. With positions available in front desk, housekeeping, food and beverage, event planning, and more, there are ample opportunities for career growth and advancement. Our hotel features spacious suites, upscale facilities, and a warm and welcoming environment, creating an exciting work environment. As a member of the Embassy Suites Berkeley Heights team, you'll have the chance to provide outstanding service to our guests, work in a supportive team, and be a part of the renowned Hilton brand. Join us in delivering memorable hospitality experiences and become a valued member of our team at Embassy Suites Berkeley Heights!

Overview

Grain and Cane Bar and Table (Located at Embassy Sutes Berkeley Heights) is a dynamic and thriving hospitality establishment at The Park committed to delivering exceptional dining and beverage experiences to our valued guests. We take pride in our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a dedicated and passionate Beverage Manager to join our dynamic team, offering competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to innovate in a premier hospitality setting.

Job Summary

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Beverage Manager to lead our beverage program and uphold our commitment to excellence.

As the Beverage Manager at Grain and Cane, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our beverage operations. You will play a pivotal role in curating an exceptional beverage menu, managing inventory, leading a team of bartenders and servers, and ensuring an outstanding guest experience. The ideal candidate is a creative professional with a deep understanding of beverage trends, who thrives in a collaborative environment and has the potential to shape our beverage program's future.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and inspire the bar team to deliver outstanding guest experiences
• Design and update seasonal craft cocktail menus, wine lists, and spirits offerings
• Oversee daily bar operations, including ordering, inventory management, and cleanliness
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and alcohol service regulations
• Monitor beverage costs and implement strategies to control spending and waste
• Build relationships with distributors and negotiate favorable pricing and partnerships
• Collaborate with marketing and events teams to develop bar promotions and experiences
• Handle guest concerns professionally and promptly

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a beverage management or head bartender role, preferably in a high-end or craft cocktail environment
• Extensive knowledge of wines, spirits, beer, and mixology
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage costs, inventory, and staff effectively
• Passion for hospitality and a guest-first mentality
• Certification in responsible alcohol service (e.g., TIPS or equivalent) preferred
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.

Salary Range

USD $65,000.00 - USD $73,000.00 /Yr.