Beverage Director

BEVERAGE DIRECTOR – FINE DINING RELOCATION TO CHATANOOGA, TN REQUIRED

We're seeking an accomplished Beverage Director to lead and elevate a sophisticated wine, spirits, and beverage program. This is an opportunity for a hospitality professional who understands the precision, knowledge, and exceptional service expected in a Michelin/James Beard-caliber dining environment
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• Lead and develop the complete wine, spirits, cocktail, beer, and non-alcoholic beverage program
• Curate an exceptional wine list and overse a cellar management, purchasing, inventory, and cost controls
• Develop food and beverage pairings and elevated guest experiences
• Train, mentor, and develop sommeliers, bartenders, and service teams
• Build strong relationships with wineries, distributors, importers, and industry partners
• Establish and maintain exceptional beverage and hospitality standards

• Level 2 Sommelier certification required
• Proven beverage leadership experience in fine dining, luxury hospitality, or a Michelin/James Beard-caliber environment
• Deep knowledge of wine, spirits, cocktails, and food pairing
• Experience managing beverage purchasing, inventory, pricing, and profitability
• Exceptional guest-facing communication and leadership skills
• Passion for training, education, and developing a high-performing team
• WSET, CMS, or other advanced beverage certifications are a plus

If you're passionate about wine, hospitality, and creating an extraordinary guest experience,
we'd love to connect.