Job Description

Beverage Director for Vandelay Hospitality Group

About Vandelay Hospitality Group

For over a decade, Vandelay Hospitality Group has built a legacy of iconic American dining experiences, growing our portfolio of brands across Dallas and beyond. Guided by a commitment to timeless style, genuine hospitality, and uncompromising quality, we have become one of the fastest-growing restaurant groups in the country. Our team creates spaces that leave a lasting impression and offers career opportunities where talent and ambition are recognized and rewarded.

About the Opportunity

As Beverage Director at Vandelay Hospitality Group, you will lead the beverage program across all concepts in our portfolio. Your responsibilities will include designing innovative cocktail menus, shaping wine and spirits selections, building strong vendor partnerships, and leading training that equips our teams to deliver exceptional hospitality. You will also oversee cost controls and program execution to ensure consistency, efficiency, and excellence. This role offers the unique opportunity to blend creativity with operational leadership—bringing vision to life while maintaining the discipline required to scale one of the fastest-growing restaurant groups in the country.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a compelling and brand-aligned beverage strategy across all restaurants
• Standardize beverage operations and service procedures across all properties
• Conceptualize and implement seasonal cocktail and beverage menus tailored to each concept’s identity
• Oversee wine and spirits curation, ensuring diversity, quality, and cost effectiveness
• Collaborate with culinary teams to design pairings and enhance guest experience
• Work with GMs and Bar Managers to implement and maintain standardized recipes, prep procedures, and portion controls
• Monitor beverage inventory systems and conduct regular audits to control waste and optimize cost
• Create and lead comprehensive training programs for bar teams and service staff, focusing on product knowledge, service excellence, and hospitality standards
• Act as a mentor to bartenders and bar leaders, fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, and growth
• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Culinary / Restaurant / Hospitality Management or similar field of study strongly preferred
• Extensive knowledge of wine, spirits, beer, and cocktail craft with relevant certifications (e.g., WSET, Cicerone, BARSmarts, etc.) preferred. Preferably WSET 2
• Proven experience in beverage program development and cost management
• Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Perks

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits available
• Professional development and career growth as part of a rapidly growing hospitality group
• Paid Time Off
• Generous dining discounts at all Vandelay Hospitality Group concepts
• All Vandelay Hospitality Group restaurants are closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and the 4th of July so our team can celebrate with their friends and family

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work standing and walking for extended periods of time

Vandelay Hospitality Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.

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