What are the responsibilities and job description for the Beverage Manager position at Atelier Crenn?
Chef Dominique Crenn, the trailblazing force behind Atelier Crenn and a global icon in culinary innovation, is bringing her visionary cuisine to Los Angeles for the very first time. Anticipated as one of the most celebrated restaurant openings of 2025, this new concept will redefine LA’s luxury dining scene through thoughtful storytelling, artistry, and excellence. As we build an extraordinary opening team to bring this vision to life, we are seeking an experienced and inspired Beverage Director to lead the development of a world-class beverage program that reflects the sophistication, creativity, and integrity synonymous with Chef Crenn’s name.
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in global wines, premium spirits, and fine dining pairings. This hands-on leadership role involves curating an exceptional beverage program, mentoring a skilled team, and working closely with the Executive Chef to create a seamless synergy between food and drink. If you're passionate about hospitality, education, and crafting elevated guest experiences, we invite you to join this landmark opening in the heart of Los Angeles.
Key Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in global wines, premium spirits, and fine dining pairings. This hands-on leadership role involves curating an exceptional beverage program, mentoring a skilled team, and working closely with the Executive Chef to create a seamless synergy between food and drink. If you're passionate about hospitality, education, and crafting elevated guest experiences, we invite you to join this landmark opening in the heart of Los Angeles.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a world-class beverage program, featuring an extensive wine selection, spirits collection, and refined pairings tailored to the menu. Establish standard operating procedures for beverage service, wine storage, and inventory management.
- Oversee the day-to-day execution of the beverage program, ensuring seamless and sophisticated service.
- Train front-of-house staff in wine knowledge, tableside beverage presentation, and pairing recommendations to create a polished and intuitive guest experience.
- Recruit, train, and mentor a team of sommeliers and beverage professionals, fostering a culture of expertise, passion, and service excellence.
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Beverage Director, Sommelier, or in a leadership beverage role within a fine dining establishment.
- Experience with a bar and lounge program required.
- Advanced wine certification (WSET Level 3 or Diploma, Court of Master Sommeliers Advanced, or equivalent) is preferred.
- Deep knowledge of global wine regions, viticulture, spirits, and fine dining beverage pairings.
- Impeccable service acumen, with the ability to engage and educate guests with grace, sophistication, and expertise.
- Strong leadership and team training experience, with a passion for mentorship and education.
- Ability to curate, manage, and evolve a beverage program that is both financially sustainable and of exceptional quality.
- Experience working with high-end reservation systems, POS platforms, and inventory management tools.
