About the Role

The Director of Wine and Spirits is responsible for strategically improving the selection of Wine & Spirits showcased at Ocean Casino Resort.

Position Responsibilities

• Assists with Wine & Spirits service in all Ocean Casino Resort venues where appropriate.
• Is an expert in specialized Wine Service & is able to execute all aspects in VIP/high-profile situations.
• Makes recommendations for stemware & other service items that will enhance Wine & Spirits program.
• Will leverage supplier partnerships to establish a property-wide strategy in line with program vision.
• Builds over time access to allocated items through buying patterns allowing access to rare & hard-to-find items.
• Works closely with operations team to ensure correct receiving, storage & inventory protocols are being followed.
• Inspects all storage areas & makes recommendations for maintenance & upkeep of the Wine & Spirits inventory.
• Works closely with Purchasing Team & Beverage Specialist for requisitions & warehousing where appropriate.
• Oversees all Wine Lists, Spirits Lists & Cocktail Menus accurately reflect inventory & are proofed regularly.
• Works with all venues on seasonal Cocktail Menu changes.
• Trains all venue management on Wine & Spirits service.
• Will lead trainings for hourly team members on Wine & Spirits service & technique.
• Develops concepts for & subsequently plans & executes wine seminars & other wine & spirits related dinners for the public and/or casino events.
• Performs all other related and compatible duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Exposure to casino related environmental factors including but not limited to secondhand smoke, excessive noise, and stress related to servicing customers in a high pressure and fast paced environment
• Must be able to stand and walk for an entire shift and be able to move throughout the Casino/Hotel areas
• Must be able to work holidays and weekends, as well as flexible shifts and/or unusual hours.
• Must be able to lift to 50 lbs

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree from a four-year college or university; or five years related Wine/Beverage management experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must have extensive knowledge of wines and wine characteristics along with food and wine pairing

Benefits

• Free meal on shift
• Training & Development
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k,)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off