CONSULTANT

Position Title: CONSULTANT

Pay 1

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Salary: $45.00 - $50.00 Per Hour

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Become part of Restaurant Associates, the industry’s leading provider of dining and event catering for some of the nation's most prestigious museums, performing arts centers and corporations! Voted Glassdoor's Employee Choice Awards - Best Places to Work,

Job Summary

Restaurant Associates is seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Beverage Consultant to design, elevate, and execute innovative beverage programs that reflect our commitment to excellence in hospitality. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in wine, spirits, coffee, and non-alcoholic trends, with the ability to craft memorable guest experiences across diverse dining concepts.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement beverage programs aligned with Restaurant Associates’ brand standards, client expectations, and financial goals.

• Curate seasonal cocktail menus, non-alcoholic offerings, and specialty programs that enhance the culinary vision.

• Conduct tastings, staff trainings, and educational sessions to foster product knowledge and service excellence.

• Partner with culinary and operations teams to ensure cohesive food and beverage pairings.

• Oversee vendor relationships, negotiate pricing, and manage beverage cost control and inventory systems.

• Analyze sales performance, identify opportunities for optimization, and provide actionable insights.

• Stay current with industry trends, sustainability initiatives, and responsible service standards.

• Support beverage-related activations, promotional events, and client experiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in beverage management, mixology, or sommelier roles within high-end hospitality environments.

• Extensive knowledge of wine, spirits, beer, coffee, and emerging beverage trends.

• Proven record of developing creative, cost-effective beverage programs.

• Strong communication, presentation, and training skills.

• Certification such as Sommelier , Cicerone , or BARSmarts preferred.

• Proficiency in inventory systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Commitment to guest satisfaction, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Apply to Restaurant Associates today!

Restaurant Associates is a member of Compass Group USA

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Associates at Restaurant Associates are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Restaurant Associates maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID: 1470077

Restaurant Associates

Michael Abbey

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