We are seeking a passionate and strategic leader to elevate our beverage programs and guest experience across all properties. The Director of Bars will oversee the development, implementation, and ongoing refinement of our beverage offerings and standards, fostering innovation, excellence, and consistency in every interaction.
Requirements
- Design, oversee, and refine comprehensive training initiatives and materials for all beverage operations
- Establish and uphold standards for all bar outlets
- Monitor program success through third-party compliance assessments
- Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships at the corporate level
- Develop and coordinate training programs and support resources for hotel restaurants, bars, banquet spaces, minibars, and room service
- Provide hands-on staff training at new locations during pre-opening phases upon request
- Build strong relationships with local partners, brands, sponsors, industry tastemakers, vendors, and cultural organizations
- Support the creation and execution of local experiences and promotional events
- Travel as required to attend corporate meetings, industry conferences, launch events, new openings, support trainings, and property transitions
- Act as a key team member on task forces, offering mentorship and training to bar staff and leadership
- Assist in menu development
- Collaborate with finance teams on pricing models, cost control, and profitability enhancement strategies
- Support the rollout of new venues and contribute to property acquisition efforts
- Lead ongoing educational initiatives via webinars, conference calls, and the dissemination of tools and resources
- Develop consistent messaging points across properties to support new programming and marketing activations
- Identify and leverage opportunities for mixology-led events with Food & Beverage teams to drive visibility and revenue
- Represent the organization at industry panels, keynote events, and networking functions
- Engage with industry groups and educational programs to support professional development and scholarship initiatives
- Perform additional duties as required to support overall brand and operational objectives
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
- HSA/FSA Plans - with employer contribution
- Employee Assistance Program
- “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
- Committee Participation Opportunities
- Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
- Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)
- Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
- Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
- Cellphone Allowance
- Commuter/Parking Allowance
- Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
- Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
