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The Standard Hotel

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Hospitality & Retail
    People, HR & Administration

AI generated summary

  • You need 3+ years as a Beverage Manager, pre-opening experience, local bar knowledge, strong management skills, cocktail development, fluency in French/Dutch, and flexibility for late hours.
  • You will curate beverage menus, lead pre-opening training, manage budgets, foster supplier relationships, maintain bar standards, and engage with guests while developing your team's skills.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 3+ years’ experience as a Beverage Manager or experienced Bars Manager gained within a similar destination bar, restaurant, Lifestyle Hotel or large 4- or 5-star Hotel in Brussels is essential for this role
  • Pre-opening Bars or Restaurant Experience with strong project management skills
  • A solid understanding of the Brussels Bar scene and competitors, local business requirements, licencing and understanding of the local labour market
  • A background in a High-Volume Bar, Restaurant or multi-outlet F&B operation
  • Experience of managing a busy Nightlife operation
  • Prior experience of Cocktail and drinks Menu development
  • Strong negotiating skills and experience purchasing wines, spirits, beers and beverages
  • Be a confident in managing bar operations and the order of service in order to develop and deliver effective cocktail and wine training to maintain consistent service standards throughout your team
  • Be familiar with the arts, music, and entertainment industries within Brussels, we also welcome applications from those in the arts, music and entertainment industries
  • Have previously led and managed a large bars team
  • Experience across a range of senior management disciplines, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Be highly social, motivated, and pro-active; you’ll need to be the life and soul of the party!!
  • Be fluent in French and/or Dutch with a good level of English
  • You will need to have a flexible approach to working hours including some late nights as we host a regular nightlife programme and parties within the hotel.

Responsibilities

  • Your role
  • As our Beverage Manager for The Standard, Brussels you will work in partnership with the Director of F&B to oversee the opening of our bars and restaurants at the hotel which is due to open in early 2025.
  • During the pre-opening period you will be responsible for all things Beverage related, from the curation of our Wines, Cocktails and Beverage menus across all outlets (including our minibars), support the recruitment of our bars teams, creating our pre-opening training plans for the team, OS&E (operating, supplies & equipment) are ordered, and supporting the F&B Director with other F&B related pre-opening projects to ensure that the bar and restaurant openings run to schedule, pre-opening budgets are managed and the restaurant is successfully launched.
  • With 2 expansive restaurants (both seating 150 covers inside and out) located on the ground floor and 29th floor rooftop, plus lobby lounge bar, event spaces and 24 hour In Room Dining, you can imagine this is an incredibly hands on role in which you will need to be able to turn your hand to anything.
  • Naturally you will be a strong operator with a solid background in Bars to enable you to take a pragmatic & creative approach to the business in order to develop a new beverage concepts, take an active role in hotel programming, nightlife & events and develop beverage partnerships to support revenue generation across all areas of F&B.
  • You’ll also have prior experience in the purchasing of Wines and Beverages, with established links with local suppliers to ensure you are able to negotiate the best prices and products.
  • Your keen eye for details means that you never miss a thing, and your presence within the operation will ensure that our bars are maintained meticulously and each area staged to optimise our guest’s experience.
  • We are of course The Standard, and you will play an active role in hosting our guests, from our many parties and events to daily meet and greets with our regular guests.
  • Equally important are our team and you will work closely with our HR team to ensure that effective communication cascades down through all levels through regular meetings and updates, team work is effective and that all team members embody our culture and values.
  • As a natural team leader, you remain calm during challenging situations with the ability to lead, motivate and coach your team to enable them to develop and grow their skills.
  • This is not a ‘Standard’ Beverage Manager role so you will need to have serious stamina and passion, be highly social, upbeat, and friendly; confident and handle pressure well; thrive in a high-volume, high-energy environment and able to work equally well both independently and as part of a wider senior management team.

FAQs

What are the qualifications required for the Beverage Manager position?

A minimum of 3+ years' experience as a Beverage Manager or Bars Manager in a similar destination bar, restaurant, lifestyle hotel, or large 4- or 5-star hotel in Brussels is essential for this role.

Is pre-opening experience relevant for this role?

Yes, pre-opening bars or restaurant experience with strong project management skills is preferred.

What languages should a candidate be fluent in for this position?

Candidates should be fluent in French and/or Dutch, along with a good level of English.

Are there any specific local knowledge requirements for the Beverage Manager?

Yes, a solid understanding of the Brussels bar scene and competitors, local business requirements, licensing, and the local labor market is important.

What is the nature of the work schedule for the Beverage Manager?

The position requires a flexible approach to working hours, including some late nights, as the hotel hosts a regular nightlife program and parties.

What are the key responsibilities of the Beverage Manager?

Responsibilities include overseeing the opening of bars and restaurants, curating beverage menus, supporting recruitment and training, managing pre-opening budgets, and ensuring excellent guest experience.

Do you offer any benefits for this position?

Yes, benefits include a CDI contract, 20 days of holiday plus public holidays, hospitalization cover, worldwide travel discounts, F&B discounts, and participation in a social committee.

Is there an emphasis on team management in this role?

Yes, the Beverage Manager should be a natural team leader, capable of motivating and coaching their team to develop their skills.

Are there opportunities for career development in this position?

Yes, the role includes opportunities to lead and manage a large bar team, develop beverage concepts, and engage in hotel programming, nightlife, and events.

Are applicants required to be eligible to work in the EU?

Yes, all applicants must be eligible to live and work in the European Union, and documented evidence will be required before employment.

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The Standard Hotel

Always interesting and anything but. Found in Miami, NYC, London, Hua Hin, Maldives, Bangkok and soon Singapore.

Travel & Leisure
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501-1000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

The Standard is the most powerful brand in the lifestyle hotel business. Founded in 1999, The Standard's irreverent and playful sensibility, combined with a careful consideration of design, detail and service, have established its reputation as a pioneer of hospitality, travel, dining, nightlife, and beyond. Launched originally in Hollywood, The Standard has now opened properties in marquee locations across the globe including in New York, Miami, London, the Maldives, Hua Hin, Ibiza, and Bangkok. Standard hotels in Singapore, Melbourne, Lisbon, Brussels, Vienna, Dublin, Brooklyn, Pattaya, Mexico, and Austin are under development. Standard International has expanded their portfolio with branded residences under development in Miami, Lisbon, Phuket and Hua Hin. The goal of every Standard project—be it a city hotel, a seaside resort, or a rooftop bar—is to defy convention, up the aesthetic stakes, and deliver an experience that only The Standard can.