Restaurant General Manager

A well-regarded restaurant in Minneapolis is seeking a Restaurant Manager to lead and elevate its beverage program. This role is ideal for a creative and operationally minded beverage professional who can design a sophisticated cocktail program while maintaining strong operational discipline in the restaurant and behind the bar. The Beverage Manager will be responsible for building a beverage program rooted in classic cocktail foundations while introducing thoughtful seasonal offerings and modern interpretations. This individual will play a key role in shaping the guest experience through well-crafted drinks, team development, and collaborative leadership within the restaurant. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain a refined beverage program aligned with the restaurant’s aesthetic and culinary identity Design and rotate seasonal cocktail menus while maintaining a core list of classic and modern classic cocktails Manage inventory control, ordering, and vendor relationships for spirits, beer, and wine Assist in maintaining and evolving the restaurant’s wine list in partnership with leadership Lead training and education for service staff on cocktail knowledge, spirits, wine, and responsible service standards Collaborate with beverage vendors and brand partners to support training, tastings, and product knowledge Create and manage weekly staff schedules for the bar team Maintain beverage cost controls and ensure operational efficiency behind the bar Serve as a hands‑on leader during service , supporting the team and maintaining high service standards Assist in leading the operation in the absence of the General Manager when necessary Qualifications Experience managing a craft cocktail or beverage program in a high-quality restaurant or bar environment Strong knowledge of classic cocktails, modern classics, and seasonal beverage development Understanding of inventory management, beverage cost controls, and ordering systems Familiarity with wine programs and basic wine list management Passion for mentoring and educating service staff Collaborative leadership style with the ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds Friendly, outgoing personality with strong communication skills Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends Comfortable in a hands‑on operational role during service Ability to lift up to 50 pounds What the Role Offers This position offers the opportunity to shape and lead a thoughtful beverage program within a respected Minneapolis restaurant environment. The right candidate will have the creative freedom to develop seasonal offerings, work closely with culinary leadership, and mentor a team while contributing to the overall success of the operation. #J-18808-Ljbffr SkyBridge Luxury & Associates