Beverage Director - Midwood Smokehouse

Beverage Director – Midwood Smokehouse | FS Food Group

Must Love BBQ. Must Love Tequila.

At Midwood Smokehouse, barbecue isn’t just a meal, it’s a way of life. Since 2011, we’ve proudly served up the Queen City’s finest wood-smoked meats, paired with Southern hospitality and a bar program that celebrates bold, unapologetic flavors. Now, we’re looking for a Beverage Director who shares our love for low-and-slow BBQ and a top-shelf tequila lineup.

This is more than a leadership role—it’s a chance to shape the beverage identity of a Charlotte institution. We’re searching for someone who knows the difference between a highland and lowland agave, who respects tradition but isn’t afraid to shake up a cocktail menu, and who’s excited to build a best-in-class bar program that’s as iconic as our brisket.

Why FS Food Group?

• High earning potential in a dynamic, high-volume environment

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and life insurance

• Generous PTO and a monthly bonus program

• 50% off meals at all FS Food Group restaurants

• Leadership growth track, with the ability to shape beverage programs across multiple locations

What You’ll Do:

Lead the Beverage Vision

• Oversee and elevate the bar program at all Midwood Smokehouse locations, with a heavy emphasis on tequila and craft beer

• Curate seasonal cocktail menus that complement our smoked meats and Southern fare

• Maintain deep knowledge of whiskey, including tastings, flights, and rare bottle offerings

Direct Operations & Development

• Manage inventory, ordering, and vendor relationships across all units

• Create and implement training programs to ensure bartenders and waitstaff are knowledgeable, consistent, and passionate about our offerings

• Ensure operational excellence with a focus on cost control, quality, and consistency

Drive Guest Experience

• Set the tone for bar service and guest engagement—create memorable experiences with every pour

• Develop and lead tequila-focused events, tastings, and brand partnerships

What We’re Looking For:

• 3 years in a high-volume bar or restaurant leadership role (experience across multiple locations is a plus)

• Deep love and knowledge of tequila, plus a solid understanding of craft beer and cocktails

• Proven track record of building successful beverage programs

• Strong leadership and training skills

• Comfortable working peak service hours, nights, and weekends

• Able to lift 50 lbs and move quickly in a fast-paced environment

• A palate for great BBQ is a must—we pair our pours with pulled pork

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Sound like your kind of gig?

Join Midwood Smokehouse and FS Food Group to lead one of the South’s most exciting bourbon-forward bar programs. This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to carve out your legacy in Charlotte’s food and beverage scene.

Company Information

FS Food Group is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Disclaimer: The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract. As with all positions at FS Food Group, employment is "at will" or voluntary on both the part of the employee or employer. This means employment can be terminated by either party with or without notice and/or with or without cause.

From the fresh, convenient YAFO Kitchen locations, to all the smoky old-school barbecue from each Midwood Smokehouse, and from the homey Italian recipes of Mama Ricotta’s to the festive menu of Paco’s Tacos and Tequila and Calle Sol Latin Café, the company continues to provide the market with the best of every segment. Fresh real ingredients, an emphasis on teamwork and a commitment to quality have propelled Frank Scibelli and FS Food Group to the success they enjoy today.

Salary : $70,000