Event & Beverage Manager

Job Title: Event & Beverage Manager

Job Type: Full-time, Salaried (Exempt)

Department: Special Events

Reports To: Vice President of Sales and Events

Job Summary:

Coordinate all aspects and duties related to beverage services for public and private events and the on-site event management of Fernbank events.

Major Functions:

• Manage all aspects of special event beverage operations, including, but not limited to ordering, inventory, budgeting, and the reporting of beverage consumption and costs of goods for each event.
• Manage all part-time beverage staff, including, but not limited to hiring, orientation, training, continuing education, scheduling, and overall performance of personnel.
• Develop and maintain relationships with distributors and vendors to ensure effective cost management, secure donations for fundraising events, and participation in Fernbank After Dark programming.
• Establish and maintain best practice of internal controls for cash handling, inventory, shrinkage elimination and spillage reduction.
• Develop beverage menus, advise on special order quotes, and conduct beverage consultations/tastings with special event clients as needed.
• Accountable for planning and coordinating beverage details for weekly events and communicating expectations with Beverage Supervisors.
• Planning and on-site coordination of Fernbank After Dark, including but not limited to creating drink menus, pre-batching cocktails, collaborating with marketing and education on activities.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, including responsible alcohol service.
• Train, mentor, and inspire bartenders to deliver high-quality service and consistent execution.
• On-site coordination of beverage operations for events as needed.
• On-site coordination of events as needed.

• Provide support to Special Events coordinators as needed.

• Ensure that the Museum is in compliance with all local and Georgia State Liquor Laws.

• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree and related experience
• A minimum of two years of experience in beverage operations
• Must be available for late and irregular working hours; evening and weekend work
• Exceptional knowledge of wines and alcoholic beverages
• Exceptional time management, communication, customer service, and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects

• Proficient with MS Office
• Strong customer service orientation
• Team player with a professional image, and positive attitude.

Benefits:

• Retirement Savings Account
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible schedule