Seven Grains Pte Ltd is seeking a passionate and strategic Beverage Director to lead and elevate beverage operations starting with its flagship restaurant, TANOKE, with plans to expand across future Japanese dining concepts under the group. This role oversees the full spectrum of beverage development - from conceptualisation to execution, staff training, guest events, and strategic partnerships.
Key Responsibilities:
Beverage Programme & Innovation
- Lead the curation, development, and costing of sake, spirits, and cocktail menus across all outlets.
- Introduce seasonal beverage highlights and pairing menus aligned with restaurant concepts.
- Ensure high standards of quality, consistency, and profitability in beverage offerings.
Sake & Spirits Education
- Conduct regular staff training sessions, for sake and Japanese spirits.
- Organise and host customer-facing sake tastings, workshops, and pairing events.
- Serve as the in-house sake sommelier and represent the brand in relevant industry events.
Operational Leadership
- Collaborate with Directors, General Manager and Service Team to implement SOPs across outlets.
- Collaborate with internal/external Beverage Consultants, Brewery Owners, Suppliers & Distributors to organise events.
- Oversee inventory management, procurement, and supplier relationships for beverage categories.
- Monitor beverage costs, wastage, and sales performance to meet group KPIs.
Event & Brand Partnership
- Plan and execute group-wide beverage events, including brand collaborations and seasonal campaigns.
- Liaise with importers, breweries, and distributors for sponsorship and marketing support.
Compliance & Licensing
- Ensure all beverage operations comply with local licensing and regulatory requirements.
- Keep abreast of industry trends and innovations in the alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage scene.
Requirements:
Experience & Skills
- Minimum 5 years of experience in beverage management, with at least 2 years in a multi-outlet or group role.
- Deep knowledge of sake and Japanese spirits certification (e.g. SSA, WSET, Kikisake-shi) preferred.
- Proven track record in menu creation, cost control, and staff development.
- Experience in event planning and guest engagement through workshops or pairing dinners.
Personality & Attributes
- Passionate advocate for Japanese culture and beverage craftsmanship.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
- Ability to work across teams and brands in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Highly motivated, hands-on, and customer-focused.
