Beverage Director - Michelin-Star Restaurant

Posted 2 days ago

Beverage Director - Michelin-Star Restaurant
New York City, NY

$100,000 – $110,000 + Benefits & Discounts

This is a great opportunity to join a Michelin-starred restaurant in NYC as a Beverage Director, leading a program that is thoughtful, refined, and deeply connected to the overall guest experience.

This role is very hands-on - you’ll be on the floor during service, setting the tone, engaging with guests, and leading from the front.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Owning and evolving the full beverage program (wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic)
  • Curating a dynamic, seasonal offering that aligns with the culinary vision
  • Managing costs, inventory, and overall financial performance
  • Tracking sales trends and optimizing the program for profitability
  • Leading, training, and developing the front-of-house team on beverage knowledge
  • Running tastings, education sessions, and building a strong culture of learning
  • Working closely with the culinary team on pairings and guest experience
  • Being a constant presence on the floor, driving service standards and guest engagement

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong background in fine dining / Michelin-level environments
  • Deep expertise in wine and beverage programs
  • Proven leadership experience with a focus on team development
  • Someone who can build and evolve systems, not just maintain them
  • Polished, guest-facing, and confident in high-touch service environments
  • Detail-oriented with strong financial and operational awareness

Confidential search. Applicants must have full legal authorization to work in the U.S.