What are the responsibilities and job description for the Beverage Director position at FS Food Group?
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
Sound like your kind of gig?
Join Midwood Smokehouse and FS Food Group to lead one of the South’s most exciting tequila-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.
