Wine Manager

Wine Manager

Cote Korean Steakhouse, located in Flatiron, is the carnivorous vision of proprietor Simon Kim that blends together the dining experience of Korean Barbeque together with the hallmarks of a classic American Steakhouse. Cote serves the highest quality USDA Prime beef accompanied by an impeccable 1200+ label wine list and a suite of classic-but-creative cocktails. We are professionals committed to ensuring exceptional hospitality and service to our customers.

The Wine Manager is responsible for curating a best-in-class wine program, leading all team members in running an efficient and profitable operation, managing day-to-day wine operations, maintaining high service standards and conditions, and fostering a positive environment.

• Wine Program-
  • Maintain a comprehensive and orderly wine list in line with the core values of the restaurant
  • Expand or contract offerings in order to effectively drive sales in conversation with the Head of Beverage Operations
  • Develop, implement, and drive wine programs and promotions to build repeat guest business, grow word of mouth, and drive sales while effectively controlling costs
  • Develop Steps of Service and Standard Operating Procedures for the wine program in conjunction with the General Manager and Head of Beverage Operations
• Finance-
  • Oversee ordering, GL management, and inventory for wine, glassware, and/or supply categories, as delegated by the General Manager
  • Set pricing and menu offerings as overseen by the Head of Beverage Operations and the General Manager
  • Develop and execute sales and profit plans in line with budgetary goals
  • Ensure, and be accountable for, profitability of the store by growing sales and controlling cost of goods
  • Maintain and utilize daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting tools as directed by the General Manager and Head of Beverage Operations
• Staff Management-
  • Hire, train, supervise, manage, coach, counsel, and evaluate hourly Cote employees
  • Acts as role model for outstanding service; continuously works to elevate service standards, and personally embodies hospitality in daily actions
  • Consistently monitors, coaches, and encourages management team and hourly service employees to meet Cote service standards
  • Collaborates with the General Manager to make postings for open positions and interview candidates
  • Identifies staffing, recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training needs of qualified candidates; Facilitates on-going training and development of current staff; Coach and counsel team members for improved performance, documenting developmental plans as necessary, with the General Managers approval

• Knowledge of Cote brand, culture, and product.
• Must be able to lift heavy boxes (at least 30 lbs).
• Ability to walk, stand, and bend for extended periods of time over multiple floors.
• Available to work weekends, nights, and holidays as the business dictates.
• Must be of legal age according to New York State regulations to serve alcohol (18 years).
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Must be reachable by email and able to communicate via phone as well.
• Polished personal presentation; Grooming meets company standards outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Familiarity with restaurant management software such as point of sales, reservations management, inventory management, and Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Communicates information effectively and efficiently.
• Knowledge of workplace safety procedures and New York Department of Health standards for bar and food service.
• Must be able to communicate feedback professionally with all team members.
• Demonstrates positive leadership characteristics, which inspires team members to meet and exceed standards.
• Participates in community events and helps to ensure corporate social responsibility goals of the company are met.

Cote Korean Steakhouse is hiring for a Wine Manager Position in Flatiron, New York City. Base pay starts at $31.25/hr.