What are the responsibilities and job description for the Beverage Lead - Eataly Aventura (New Store Opening!) position at Eataly North America?
Company Description
Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme – but all with the same aim... for our guests to:
- EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters
- SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products
- LEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledge
Job Description
At Eataly, beverage is equally as important as food! Eataly features a vast selection of premium and unique Italian wines and drinks at all price points. Our guests can even enjoy a glass of wine while shopping!
A Beverage Lead works alongside the Beverage Manager to execute the beverage program at an Eataly location.
Reports directly to the Beverage Manager and Senior Beverage Manager or Beverage Director and reports functionally to the Restaurant Assistant General Manager of the assigned restaurant outlet.
- Trains managers, servers and chefs about wines and beverage pairings at daily pre-shift meetings
- Ensures all service staff is educated on and can speak confidently about the beverage options on the menu and guides the guests to an enjoyable experience
- Assists in the scheduling and supervising of front of house personnel
- Shares knowledge and appreciation for Italian food and beverage with all guests, providing excellent and responsible beverage service
- Works towards target revenue per guests and revenue per month as set by managers
- Updates wine and other beverage resources and information
- Maintains an accurate daily wine and beverage inventory, assisting with stocking and cellar maintenance
- Ensures the restaurant POS system is in line with menu pricing and that pricing is up to date
- Performs other duties as required or assigned
Qualifications
- 2 years of sommelier/wine-related experience
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Italian food and beverage knowledge preferred
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule often including evenings, weekends and holidays
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending and squatting
Additional Information
Benefits and Perks
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- 401K with match or RRSP
- Bonus program
- Free family meal daily
- Discounts at Eataly
- Classes on products and Italian cuisine
- Referral bonus program
- and more!
