Curry Up Now
Beverage Director Mortar & Pestle Bars
Curry Up Now, Burlingame, California, United States, 94010
Beverage Director
Reports To: Corporate Office Direct Reports: All Bar/Beverage Staff Compensation Package
Annual Salary commensurate with experience and aligned with the company compensation metrics established 10 days (80 hours) vested Paid Vacation per year, earned by period Sick Leave (earned according to local/state/federal compliance mandates by location) Medical Insurance (Paid 50% by the company after 60-day collaboration period) Maternity/Paternity Leave Cell Phone Reimbursement Commuter Benefits Free Shift Meals Discounted Meals at all corporate owned restaurants Key Areas of Performance
Bar/Beverage/Cocktail Operations Bar/Beverage/Cocktail Menu Development and Execution HR & Labor Controls/Procedures Accounting/Purchasing/Inventory Control for Beverage Programs and Bars in Company Restaurants IT (minimal operations knowledge), Microsoft Suite, Spreadsheets, Point-of-Sale Systems Public Relations Kitchen and Service Support Office/Admin/Payroll Support Special Events Maintenance of Bar Equipment and Cleanliness Supervisory Requirements
Supervises all Bar Staff for restaurant locations as assigned Physical Demands
Position may be required to assist in restaurant operations (prolonged periods of standing, walking and/or assist with food production or service) during critical operational demands. Work Environment
The environment within the restaurant may be subject to extreme heat and wet, slippery floors, particularly in the food production area. Care must be exercised to wear appropriate attire such as skid resistant shoes. Position Summary
Responsible for overall performance of Bar Operations in restaurant locations in a defined region. The Beverage Director is responsible for increasing sales and profits through financial management and leadership practice in the company's Bar Program. This high-level Director's role provides leadership, direction, and support to Bar Manager's and Bar Staff with the overall goal of ensuring the effective operation and success of restaurant locations within their region. The Beverage Director consistently demonstrates, as well as enforces, company policies, practices, and procedures. Essential Responsibilities
Sales and Profits
Develops and implements creative and targeted sales-building strategies for assigned company restaurants to ensure optimal sales and earnings Assists in the annual preparation of sales projections, expense budgets, and capital expenditure budgets Meets or exceeds budgeted sales in the Area. Maximizes profits and Area by controlling expenses within established budget guidelines Identifies, evaluates and responds appropriately to labor efficiency problems Monitors restaurant management and employee schedules Assists restaurant leaders in identifying sales growth opportunities in restaurant merchandising and local restaurant marketing ideas Executes and follows up on the financial results on a period basis Executes and is accountable for all controllable financial results on a period basis according to plan Operations and Quality Standards
Ensure all restaurants meet or exceed Operations and Quality Standards Performs visitations at each restaurant on a frequent basis to ensure bar staff understands strengths and developmental opportunities as they relate to quality standards. Provides a summary of visitations to company leaders. Completes and maintains an accurate assessment report for each restaurant in the assigned area on an ongoing basis Develops and implements action plans to rectify negative assessments Ensures professional restaurant and consistent team image through rigid adherence to restaurant cleanliness, uniforms, and appearance standards Follows and enforces compliance with all brand standards, company policies and procedures Hospitality, Culture, and Community Involvement
Responds immediately to all customer issues to ensure guest satisfaction has been achieved Checks with bar staff daily to monitor employee and guest satisfaction, interaction, and engagement for their area Monitors progress of the Bar Manager's/Team Leaders ability to invoke positive change among their team Responsible for providing direction to the Bar Manager with regards to achieving the standard that is established in our values Understands and is capable of telling the "story" of the restaurant(s) how it was started, what it means and how it relates to communities in which our restaurants are located Identifies opportunities for partnerships with local organizations Promotes corporate citizenship and social responsibility Recruiting and Retention
Responsible for management staffing, training, retention and turnover Maintains management staffing in each Area according to budgeted levels Forecasts management staffing needs with HR Works collaboratively with HR to create and maintain plans for developing internal candidates for promotion Conducts interviews to assist Bar Manager with store level staffing Collaborates with HR to conduct exit interview process with all management that leave the company Training
Conducts training for managers and bar staff on new products and refresher training as necessary Trains Manager in changes in company policy, menus, recipes, or procedures Helps Managers in identifying potential problems and develops solutions Works with Corporate Team to train Managers in use of performance development tools Ensures proper training of Manager Trainees and monitors effectiveness of designated training stores within the region People Development
Develops managerial and leadership abilities of restaurant management staff Reinforces our Company's Core Values consistently Conducts meetings with restaurant management team on a regular basis Ensures Bar Managers have meetings with bar staff on a regular basis Conducts performance development reviews on bar staff and collaborates with HR on the staff members individual development plans (IDP). Provides coaching and feedback on an on-going basis Demonstrates positive workplace practices according to our company values Employee Relations
Accurately and consistently documents (and requires Bar Manager to document) performance appropriately Responsible for following the approved termination process as outlined in the Employee Handbook Uses consistent practices in managing performance problems Conducts investigations as required for cash, harassment or any unfair employment practices. Requests assistance from HR as needed for advice Coaches bar staff for improved performance Identifies, evaluates and responds appropriately to labor efficiency problems Works with service and culinary management team to define potential issues/problems and assist the restaurant management team in building solutions Policies and Procedures
Ensures compliance on procedure outlined in all restaurant reference manuals Ensures compliance on company cash control, and safety and security policy Monitors Internal Audit Controls within each restaurant on a frequent basis Ensures accidents and incidents are reported to HR in a timely manner Monitors procedures for resolving Health Department violations promptly Helps to monitor employee files and payroll records in accordance with company guidelines Monitors compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity and labor laws (state/federal) Ensures compliance with HR/Financial Audits Ensures that proper I-9 identification and required information
Reports To: Corporate Office Direct Reports: All Bar/Beverage Staff Compensation Package
Annual Salary commensurate with experience and aligned with the company compensation metrics established 10 days (80 hours) vested Paid Vacation per year, earned by period Sick Leave (earned according to local/state/federal compliance mandates by location) Medical Insurance (Paid 50% by the company after 60-day collaboration period) Maternity/Paternity Leave Cell Phone Reimbursement Commuter Benefits Free Shift Meals Discounted Meals at all corporate owned restaurants Key Areas of Performance
Bar/Beverage/Cocktail Operations Bar/Beverage/Cocktail Menu Development and Execution HR & Labor Controls/Procedures Accounting/Purchasing/Inventory Control for Beverage Programs and Bars in Company Restaurants IT (minimal operations knowledge), Microsoft Suite, Spreadsheets, Point-of-Sale Systems Public Relations Kitchen and Service Support Office/Admin/Payroll Support Special Events Maintenance of Bar Equipment and Cleanliness Supervisory Requirements
Supervises all Bar Staff for restaurant locations as assigned Physical Demands
Position may be required to assist in restaurant operations (prolonged periods of standing, walking and/or assist with food production or service) during critical operational demands. Work Environment
The environment within the restaurant may be subject to extreme heat and wet, slippery floors, particularly in the food production area. Care must be exercised to wear appropriate attire such as skid resistant shoes. Position Summary
Responsible for overall performance of Bar Operations in restaurant locations in a defined region. The Beverage Director is responsible for increasing sales and profits through financial management and leadership practice in the company's Bar Program. This high-level Director's role provides leadership, direction, and support to Bar Manager's and Bar Staff with the overall goal of ensuring the effective operation and success of restaurant locations within their region. The Beverage Director consistently demonstrates, as well as enforces, company policies, practices, and procedures. Essential Responsibilities
Sales and Profits
Develops and implements creative and targeted sales-building strategies for assigned company restaurants to ensure optimal sales and earnings Assists in the annual preparation of sales projections, expense budgets, and capital expenditure budgets Meets or exceeds budgeted sales in the Area. Maximizes profits and Area by controlling expenses within established budget guidelines Identifies, evaluates and responds appropriately to labor efficiency problems Monitors restaurant management and employee schedules Assists restaurant leaders in identifying sales growth opportunities in restaurant merchandising and local restaurant marketing ideas Executes and follows up on the financial results on a period basis Executes and is accountable for all controllable financial results on a period basis according to plan Operations and Quality Standards
Ensure all restaurants meet or exceed Operations and Quality Standards Performs visitations at each restaurant on a frequent basis to ensure bar staff understands strengths and developmental opportunities as they relate to quality standards. Provides a summary of visitations to company leaders. Completes and maintains an accurate assessment report for each restaurant in the assigned area on an ongoing basis Develops and implements action plans to rectify negative assessments Ensures professional restaurant and consistent team image through rigid adherence to restaurant cleanliness, uniforms, and appearance standards Follows and enforces compliance with all brand standards, company policies and procedures Hospitality, Culture, and Community Involvement
Responds immediately to all customer issues to ensure guest satisfaction has been achieved Checks with bar staff daily to monitor employee and guest satisfaction, interaction, and engagement for their area Monitors progress of the Bar Manager's/Team Leaders ability to invoke positive change among their team Responsible for providing direction to the Bar Manager with regards to achieving the standard that is established in our values Understands and is capable of telling the "story" of the restaurant(s) how it was started, what it means and how it relates to communities in which our restaurants are located Identifies opportunities for partnerships with local organizations Promotes corporate citizenship and social responsibility Recruiting and Retention
Responsible for management staffing, training, retention and turnover Maintains management staffing in each Area according to budgeted levels Forecasts management staffing needs with HR Works collaboratively with HR to create and maintain plans for developing internal candidates for promotion Conducts interviews to assist Bar Manager with store level staffing Collaborates with HR to conduct exit interview process with all management that leave the company Training
Conducts training for managers and bar staff on new products and refresher training as necessary Trains Manager in changes in company policy, menus, recipes, or procedures Helps Managers in identifying potential problems and develops solutions Works with Corporate Team to train Managers in use of performance development tools Ensures proper training of Manager Trainees and monitors effectiveness of designated training stores within the region People Development
Develops managerial and leadership abilities of restaurant management staff Reinforces our Company's Core Values consistently Conducts meetings with restaurant management team on a regular basis Ensures Bar Managers have meetings with bar staff on a regular basis Conducts performance development reviews on bar staff and collaborates with HR on the staff members individual development plans (IDP). Provides coaching and feedback on an on-going basis Demonstrates positive workplace practices according to our company values Employee Relations
Accurately and consistently documents (and requires Bar Manager to document) performance appropriately Responsible for following the approved termination process as outlined in the Employee Handbook Uses consistent practices in managing performance problems Conducts investigations as required for cash, harassment or any unfair employment practices. Requests assistance from HR as needed for advice Coaches bar staff for improved performance Identifies, evaluates and responds appropriately to labor efficiency problems Works with service and culinary management team to define potential issues/problems and assist the restaurant management team in building solutions Policies and Procedures
Ensures compliance on procedure outlined in all restaurant reference manuals Ensures compliance on company cash control, and safety and security policy Monitors Internal Audit Controls within each restaurant on a frequent basis Ensures accidents and incidents are reported to HR in a timely manner Monitors procedures for resolving Health Department violations promptly Helps to monitor employee files and payroll records in accordance with company guidelines Monitors compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity and labor laws (state/federal) Ensures compliance with HR/Financial Audits Ensures that proper I-9 identification and required information