Bar Manager

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
Hudson & Co. stands on the waterfront, within the rapidly evolving Harborside district in Jersey City. The mammoth 12,000Sq.ft. / 300 seat Modern American Restaurant is embellished in the heart of the prestigious Plaza 10 office tower. While featuring multiple indoor and outdoor dining options, the entire establishment boasts unparalleled views of the Manhattan skyline across the historic Hudson River.
ROLE DESCRIPTION:
This is a full-time, on-site role for a Beverage Manager located in Jersey City, NJ. The Beverage Manager will oversee the beverage program at Hudson, including menu development, purchasing, inventory management, and staff training. The Beverage Manager will also work together with the kitchen team to deliver a seamless guest experience.
The Beverage Manager will be responsible for all menu creation, establishing relationships and securing best pricing from vendors and organizing all training materials and agendas in collaboration with BOH and FOH management teams.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Food & Beverage knowledge
• Experience in customer service in a restaurant setting
• Training experience, including developing and delivering comprehensive training plans
• Sales experience with a proven track record
• Budgeting experience and financial acumen
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Leadership consistent with company standards and hospitality to our team
• Strong organizational skills
• Experience with restaurant software and technology is a plus
• Experience with event management and planning is a plus
• 3+ years of experience in beverage management or similar role
• Certification in beer, wine or spirits knowledge is a plus

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Competitive Salary
Medical, Dental & Vision
Paid Time Off

Compensation: Salary
Expectations (45-55hr work week)
Purchasing Bonus
Bonus Structure
Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Potential Bonuses, Dining Discounts

REQUIRED SKILLS:
• Food & Beverage Knowledge
• Experience in Customer Service in a Restaurant Setting
• Customer Service
• Training Experience
• Training Development
• Sales Experience
• Sales
• Budgeting Experience and Financial Acumen
• Budgeting
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Communication
• Leadership Consistent with Company Standards
• Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Organizational Skills
• Leadership
• Experience With Restaurant Software and Technology
• Organizational Skills
• Experience With Event Management and Planning
• Restaurant Software and Technology
• Certification in Beer, Wine or Spirits Knowledge
• Event Management
• Beer, Wine, or Spirits Knowledge
• 3+ Years of Experience in Beverage Management or Similar Role
• Hospitality or Culinary Arts Degree

CORE JOB DESCRIPTION:
• Inventory & Ordering of Wine, Beer, Spirits, and Non-Alcoholic beverage
• EOM Inventory
• COG analysis of all beverage items
• Recipe development and production guidelines
• Creative development of seasonal cocktail menu
• Margin edge custodian
• Bar schedule and team management
• Development of training materials and intellectual property
• Hiring, vetting and training new team members
• Project management and presented by leadership
• Special event and custom programming
• Support Atelier as needed
• Inventory of Condiments and assorted bar garnish. Order via Chef
• Inventory Glassware and Bar Smallware
• Organization, Cleanliness, and Sanitation of Bar, Liquor Room, and BOH Storage Areas
• Conduct Monthly Deep Cleaning with Staff. Create Cleaning Checklist
• Bi-Weekly Bar Training and Menu Exams
• FOH Facility Management. i.e.: Lighting, Refrigeration, Plumbing, Electric, Ice Machines, Walk Ins, Cocktail machines, Glycol Beer System.
• Staff Uniform Adherence
• Conduct 4:30pm Pre-Shift Staff Meeting Daily
• Enforce Opening and Closing Side Work Sheets
• Cash Handling and safe management
• Touch Tables
• Tip Sheet Organization, Maintenance
• ABC Card Custodian
• Servsafe
• Alcohol safety and TIPS management