Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Mainsail Lodging. The franchisee controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including the selection and hiring process. If you accept a position at this hotel you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International.

JOB SUMMARY

It is about grit. An attitude. An elevated level of respect for farmers, fishermen, growers, and makers. Curiosity to seek the means to the end. A commitment to understanding the process. Desire to nurture relationships. Here, we are moving beyond farm-to-table. At Epicurean Hotel Atlanta’s, it is from heart to hand to the soul of our guests. We are as devoted to our craft as the farmers, fishermen, makers, and growers we support.

Always inquisitive, forever students of the culinary origins. The back story comes before the glory. We are willing to try, willing to fail in order to improve, to be the best. If spirit can be visible on a plate, it is possible at our F&B division. We surround ourselves with those who are like-minded and motivated to educate the palate for an appreciation of the source.

Sommelier / Beverage Manager should be one who will embody the heart and soul of a true epicurean while caring deeply about our brand and community. Someone who acts as an extension of our mission, values, and culture. This person is driven to create meaningful experiences for our team members, guests, and community while simultaneously ensuring the

Success and profitability of outlets. This leader is someone who brings a spirit of fun, authenticity, collaboration, and genuine hospitality to their life and work.

We have poured passion, energy, and excitement into crafting an extraordinary place and brand and Sommelier / Beverage Manager will be as inspired and passionate about this dynamic vision as we are. Care for people, a belief in the power of community, and the desire to create extraordinary experiences for our guest.

WHO WE’RE SEEKING:

We are seeking a unique individual who will embody the heart and soul of a true epicurean while caring deeply about our brand and community. Someone who acts as an extension of our mission, values, and culture. This person is driven to create meaningful experiences for our team members, guests, and community while simultaneously ensuring the success and profitability of Reverence.

We want to work with someone who brings a spirit of fun, authenticity, collaboration, and genuine hospitality to their life and work. We are seeking an individual who has the ability to bring the vision of Reverence to life.

We have poured passion, energy, and excitement into crafting an extraordinary place and brand and we know the right Sommelier / Beverage Manager will be as inspired and passionate about this dynamic vision as we are. Care for people, a belief in the power of community, and the desire to create extraordinary experiences drive us. You must apply if these things also drive you!

JOB REQUIREMENTS

As Sommelier / Beverage Manager, you are not just serving guests amazing food and drinks; you are making our atmosphere truly unique. Our full-service bar features specialty cocktails, local craft beer on draft, and 150 bottle wine selection encompassing a wide selection of regions and varietals. Our food will focus on the incredible bounties of all the southern regions with worldly inspiration.

Sommelier / Beverage Manager will collaborate with the Food & Beverage leadership team to develop wine and beverage menu programs, ordering and inventory processes and controls of all alcoholic beverages for the property. The focus of the role will be to strategically manage the daily operations of the department with a pro-active approach and gracious attitude. This role will contribute to the organization as an active business partner that is responsible for supporting the company’s goals, objectives, vision, mission, and values

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide inspirational leadership with an emphasis on operations, food and service quality, people development, hospitality, cleanliness, and sales/profitability.
• Define the vision of the Wine & Beverage Program
• Create programming to include special tastings, events and education
• Curate a Wine List designed to meet guest satisfaction and sales goals
• Coordinate our Spirits, Beer and Cocktail program
• Conduct wine pairings and cocktail demo in our Culinary Theatre.
• Enhance the guest experience by being present on the restaurant floor to provide recommendations
• Interview, select, train, supervise, schedule, mentor and counsel associates accordingly
• Prepare and conduct pre-shift meetings communicating pertinent information to the associates, before each shift and event
• Coordinate monthly departmental meetings associates, as well as department heads responsible for areas that will provide beverages
• Collaborate with the Director of Food & Beverage to design appropriate pricing strategies
• Conduct monthly beverage inventory and review inventory including invoice accuracy, pricing structures, POS programming, cost controls par levels maintained, appropriate ordering of quantities and the beverage physical inventory process
• Provide direct service to guests as needed, including, but not limited to, serving tables, bussing tables, seating guests, bartending when needed
• Establish and oversee alcoholic beverage training for front-of-house Food & Beverage staff, including general knowledge, list-specific knowledge and responsible Beverage Service techniques.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key vendors to ensure access to premier products and exclusive opportunities
• Partner with Outlets manager and Department heads to create cocktail programs for each outlet
• Conduct daily huddles to inform team of the hotel happenings, announcements, daily specials, etc.
• Ensure team is in proper uniform/approved attire
• Champion the guest experience while instilling a culture of guest-first hospitality.
• Collaborate with kitchen management to ensure strict standards for cleanliness, food safety, sanitation, food presentation, preparation times, freshness, and recipe adherence are met.
• Prepare all required paperwork, including forms, reports and schedules, in an organized and timely manner.
• Continuously develop and motivate the team to deliver legendary customer service.
• Solicit guest feedback to understand guest needs and the needs of the local community.
• Ensure the company’s policies and procedures are properly executed.
• Supervise and/or participate in the cleaning of the front of house to meet all health, sanitation and ServSafe standards.
• Ensure that equipment is in proper working order; notify the maintenance department of any malfunctioning equipment.
• Ensure that assigned staff has reported to work; document any late or absent team members.
• Ensure the weekly forecast is done in a timely manner and the weekly schedule for the Outlets are also done accordingly.
• Recommend disciplinary, or other team-related actions in accordance with company policies. Alert senior management of potentially serious issues.
• Coordinate breaks for assigned staff.
• Communicate additions or changes to the assignments as they arise throughout the shift. Identify situations, which compromise the restaurant standards and delegate tasks accordingly.
• Supervise assigned staff and work with Director of Operations, and HR Director with performance and disciplinary issues.
• Helping server and bartender when necessary
• Handling employee payroll and scheduling
• Interact with outside contacts:
• Guests to ensure their total satisfaction
• Vendors to order supplies and equipment
• Health Department and other regulatory agencies regarding safety matters and kitchen inspections
• Other contacts as needed (professional organizations, community groups, local media)
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Effective and mindful communication skills that will lead, motivate, and inspire your team
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Mental Demands
• Ability to work with numbers, understand basics of bar business profit and loss, handle cash, and able to operate a point-of-sale system
• Mathematical Mind: Ability to build a budget and comprehend P&L statements
• Ability to work effectively in stressful, high-pressure situations
• Ability to maintain professionalism when interacting with guests and dealing with guest complaints and challenging situations
• Attentional to detail
• Strong problem solving and reasoning skills
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

MAINSAIL CORE VALUES:

• We respect individuals while celebrating rich dimensions of diversity of others
• We believe in the importance of the entrepreneurial spirit and making things happen through proactive behavior.
• We require honesty and integrity in everything we do
• We live up to commitments and are first to follow up with our clients and suppliers
• Work is an important part of life and should be fun
• We carry an ownership mentality and conserve the company’s resources with the same vigilance we would use to guard and conserve our own personal resources
• We feel a sense of urgency on all matters related to our clients, investors, guests and residents.
• We understand the concept that achieving customer satisfaction is not enough and to be truly successful, we must strive for customer loyalty by delighting them
• WE OFFER A COMPETITIVE SALARY, COMMENSURATE WITH SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE and:
• A positive culture that rewards performance, encourages professional growth and treats team members with respect!
• Bi-weekly pay
• Full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision); 401 K Retirement Plan
• Complimentary meal during working hours
• Community outreach/paid time off/tuition reimbursement
• Excellent discounts are at over 7,000 Marriott properties world-wide
• Join our Team – and get ready to be a part of the next Epicurean chapter.

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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