Beverage Specialist

We are seeking a creative and strategic Beverage Specialist to join our Southern California. In this role, you will be at the forefront of our beverage portfolio's expansion, combining your technical expertise with a passion for the bar industry. Your mission is to engage and inspire our foodservice customers, offering unique and innovative beverage solutions. Working closely with our sales team, you'll develop recipes, create menus, and ultimately drive sales and brand growth.

Responsibilities

• • Showcase beverage applications through intimate knowledge of Kerry Beverage products and sell to operators. 

• • Serve as the subject matter expert across 300+ brand SKUs and provide training and tools to advance and enable CORE Sales teams. 

• • Demonstrates understanding of bartending techniques and is knowledgeable in back and front of house operations. 

• • Develop relationships with key customers, serving as a Consultative resource spanning menu and item gap analysis, beverage, and operation solutions. 

• • Work well in a cross-functional team environment, able to balance multiple and/or shifting priorities, commercial channels, and flex to provide support as called upon. 

• • Perform other duties as required and/or assigned. 

Qualifications

• Seasoned (5+) years’ experience as a Bartender in the beverage industry with proven expertise. 
• A creative and strategic mindset, with a passion for the beverage industry, especially the bar segment.
• Strong technical expertise and a deep understanding of adult beverage products, recipes, and trends.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build relationships and work effectively with a team.
• A proven track record in sales and business development, preferably in the foodservice or hospitality industry.
• Experience in menu development and recipe creation, with a focus on innovation and customer satisfaction.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and make informed business decisions.
• A proactive and results-driven approach, with a desire to drive brand growth and success.
• Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for beverage management and sales.
• A flexible and adaptable mindset, willing to learn and embrace new challenges.