Director of Beverage- Eataly Corporate

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!

The Director, Beverage oversees the entire beverage operation for Eataly North America. Reports directly to the VP, Beverage.

• Analyzes and forecasts beverage sales, manages a budget and evaluates the effectiveness of systems
• Creates and maintains systems for financial sustainability, taking a deep and focused approach to inventory management as well as margin and profitability
• Liase with marketing to design and communicate beverage initiatives that meet company standards
• Directs and oversees area beverage manager operations, programming, and inventory management
• Partners with store leadership on strategies related to products, promotions, pricing, inventory and strategy
• Manages product listings including roll-outs of new products and phase-outs of current products
• Establishes vendor relationships and maintains professional rapport with distribution companies and suppliers
• Designs promotions, campaigns and partnerships with local beverage personalities
• Curates wine classes and events with the marketing team to elevate the educational experience
• Collaborates with the Executive Chef Corporate to plan menu items and pairings
• Communicates with all departments to always be aware of product needs and objectives
• Shares knowledge and appreciation for Italian food and beverage with all guests, providing excellent and responsible beverage service
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

The annual salary for this position is $120,000 - $140,000

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 8 years of progressively more responsible experience in Italian wine and beverage
• 4 years of experience managing in a high-volume restaurant environment
• Excellent analytical and business management skills
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
• Experience in wholesale wine and/or retail industries preferred

JOB REQUIREMENTS

•  Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule sometimes including evenings, weekends and holidays
•  Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and spend up to 8 hours walking or standing in a restaurant environment

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!

Eataly is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic made unlawful to consider by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Eataly’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding consideration of unemployment status, salary history, credit/bankruptcy history and criminal background/conviction history in making hiring decisions.  If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.