Cobalt Smoke & Sea
Mixologist & Beverage Director
Cobalt Smoke & Sea, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63141
Job Description
Job Description
We’re seeking a knowledgeable, creative, and hospitality driven beverage director/bar manager to oversee all aspects of our beverage programs and provide a high level of service to our bar guests. If you have a deep passion for craft cocktails, wine, bourbon, beer, and service excellence and can be a trusted leader to help create memorable guest experiences—we want you on our team. Our bar is twelve seats large and is a hot spot for bourbon drinkers, happy hour professionals, early dinner arrivals, casual diners, and nightcap seekers.
Position Overview: As the Beverage Director, you’ll be responsible for developing and managing our beverage offerings, from signature cocktails and curated wine lists to inventory control and staff training. You’ll work closely with the culinary and operations teams to ensure the beverage program aligns with our brand, enhances the guest experience, and drives profitability.
Key Responsibilities: • Design and maintain innovative, balanced beverage menus that complement the food program and reflect seasonal trends • Oversee beverage purchasing, vendor relationships, pricing, and inventory management • Ensure consistent beverage quality, presentation, and execution across all service periods • Develop and lead staff training on cocktail recipes, wine/beer knowledge, and service standards • Monitor and manage beverage costs, margins, and profitability targets • Collaborate with marketing and management on promotions, events, and new product rollouts • Ensure compliance with all alcohol service laws and safety protocols
What We’re Looking For: • Proven experience as a Beverage Director, Bar Manager, or Lead Bartender in a high-volume and upper casual - upscale setting • Strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, wine, beer, and beverage industry trends • Excellent leadership, communication, and training skills • Solid understanding of inventory systems, costing, and vendor management • Creativity and attention to detail in menu development and presentation • Ability to balance operations, service, and team culture • Certification in responsible alcohol service (e.g., TIPS, ServSafe Alcohol) is preferred
Why You’ll Love Working Here: • Creative freedom to shape an exciting and forward-thinking beverage program • Guaranteed hours and guaranteed tip pool sharing, regardless of bar guest volume • Collaborative team environment with strong culinary and service support • Tuesday thru Saturday schedule - happy hour and dinner service only
Cobalt Smoke & Sea is already recognized as being a top spot for quality and service. Can you continue that trend and elevate it even further? Apply now.
Job Description
We’re seeking a knowledgeable, creative, and hospitality driven beverage director/bar manager to oversee all aspects of our beverage programs and provide a high level of service to our bar guests. If you have a deep passion for craft cocktails, wine, bourbon, beer, and service excellence and can be a trusted leader to help create memorable guest experiences—we want you on our team. Our bar is twelve seats large and is a hot spot for bourbon drinkers, happy hour professionals, early dinner arrivals, casual diners, and nightcap seekers.
Position Overview: As the Beverage Director, you’ll be responsible for developing and managing our beverage offerings, from signature cocktails and curated wine lists to inventory control and staff training. You’ll work closely with the culinary and operations teams to ensure the beverage program aligns with our brand, enhances the guest experience, and drives profitability.
Key Responsibilities: • Design and maintain innovative, balanced beverage menus that complement the food program and reflect seasonal trends • Oversee beverage purchasing, vendor relationships, pricing, and inventory management • Ensure consistent beverage quality, presentation, and execution across all service periods • Develop and lead staff training on cocktail recipes, wine/beer knowledge, and service standards • Monitor and manage beverage costs, margins, and profitability targets • Collaborate with marketing and management on promotions, events, and new product rollouts • Ensure compliance with all alcohol service laws and safety protocols
What We’re Looking For: • Proven experience as a Beverage Director, Bar Manager, or Lead Bartender in a high-volume and upper casual - upscale setting • Strong knowledge of spirits, cocktails, wine, beer, and beverage industry trends • Excellent leadership, communication, and training skills • Solid understanding of inventory systems, costing, and vendor management • Creativity and attention to detail in menu development and presentation • Ability to balance operations, service, and team culture • Certification in responsible alcohol service (e.g., TIPS, ServSafe Alcohol) is preferred
Why You’ll Love Working Here: • Creative freedom to shape an exciting and forward-thinking beverage program • Guaranteed hours and guaranteed tip pool sharing, regardless of bar guest volume • Collaborative team environment with strong culinary and service support • Tuesday thru Saturday schedule - happy hour and dinner service only
Cobalt Smoke & Sea is already recognized as being a top spot for quality and service. Can you continue that trend and elevate it even further? Apply now.