Beverage Manager

Boka Restaurant Group , a James Beard Award–winning hospitality group, and Chef Brian Lockwood are seeking an experienced and dynamic Beverage Manager to help lead the team at Gingie , located in Chicago’s River North neighborhood.

• Benefits & Perks: Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days), employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, free membership to Chicago Athletic Clubs, 401(k) program, life insurance, wellness benefits, paid parental leave, paid vacation, career mentorship and growth potential, and dining incentives across our 20+ establishments!

• About Gingie: Gingie is an approachable fine-dining, contemporary American restaurant from Chef Brian Lockwood — a celebration of the kitchens, mentors, and worlds that shaped his craft. The experience is built around casual elegance and an inviting atmosphere, where innovative seasonal cuisine is shared, interactive, and grounded in unpretentious service. A friendly, welcoming vibe underscores every moment, from leisurely, sophisticated brunch to a thoughtfully curated beverage program designed to complement the journey.

Beverage Manager's Responsibilities:

• Helping to manage the floor, including touching tables, running food, overseeing staff, and monitoring the door.
• Curating the wine list, building relationships with vendors, etc.
• Ordering all wine, liquor, beer and non-alcoholic beverages needed for the restaurant.
• Scheduling all bartenders and barbacks, in line with budgeted labor costs.
• Maintaining and developing existing wine and cocktail lists, in line with budgeted beverage costs.
• Properly receiving product and submitting invoices for beverage items using Bevager software.
• Conducting monthly inventory of all wine, liquor, beer and non-alcoholic beverages.
• Opening duties including restaurant walk-thru to ensure the restaurant is ready for service, checking opening emails, conducting pre-shift with staff, and handling service demands as needed.
• Closing the restaurant, including writing daily recaps, reconciling closing banks, and doing the final restaurant walk-through.
• Helping to manage all employees, including assisting in training, support, performance management, and discipline.
• Participating in management meetings.
• Regularly communicate with employees and guests.
• Frequently move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds throughout the restaurant

Qualifications:

• Extensive wine knowledge!
• At least 2-3 years of recent experience in the same position in a high-volume, fast-paced restaurant setting
• Have in-depth experience with Open Table and Aloha
• Have extensive food and beverage knowledge
• Be willing to work nights and weekends
• Are knowledgeable about Boka Restaurant Group

This is an ideal position for someone who is dedicated to providing great service and is seeking to become a member of a hard-working and fun team!

Physical Requirements:

• Lift and move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Safely and effectively use all necessary tools, equipment, & cleaning chemicals
• Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven and slick surfaces
• Ability to bear exposure to hot and cold environments

If you feel you meet the requirements, are a team player, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, we want to hear from you! Please reply with a copy of your resume AND a cover letter detailing why you'd be a great addition to our team!