Job Description

About Us:

Atomix is a fine-dining destination where Chef Junghyun Park’s cuisine is expressed through a tasting menu inspired by Korean traditions and techniques evolved through his lens.

In its opening year, Atomix received a three-star review from The New York Times and ranked first on Pete Wells’ list of the “Top 10 Restaurants” of 2018. Atomix has been ranked No. 2 on The New York Times’ 2025 list of “The 100 Best Restaurants in New York City.” Atomix’s innovative design won the James Beard Award for Outstanding Design (75 seats-and-under) in 2019, and its service program earned the Gin Mare Art of Hospitality Award in 2022.

In June 2025, Atomix was honored with the James Beard Award for Outstanding Hospitality—the first time the restaurant received this national accolade. In the same year, Atomix was ranked No. 1 on the inaugural North America's 50 Best Restaurants list and No. 12 on the World’s 50 Best Restaurants list, remaining the highest‐ranked U.S. restaurant globally. Since 2019, Atomix has maintained two Michelin stars.

Position Overview:

Atomix is seeking a Wine Director to lead and evolve our wine program with intention, precision, and creativity. This role is responsible for shaping a program that is dynamic and deeply aligned with the restaurant’s culinary philosophy and guest experience.

The Wine Director is a key member of the management team, responsible not only for the wine program itself, but for developing people, upholding standards, and contributing to the overall direction of the restaurant.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

Wine Program & Strategy

• Develop and execute a comprehensive wine program aligned with the Atomix experience
• Source and curate high-quality wines, spirits, and non-alcoholic offerings
• Introduce seasonal and limited offerings to keep the program dynamic
• Stay current on industry trends and bring new ideas to the program

Financial & Operational Management

• Manage wine cost and maintain profitability
• Track and report on sales trends and performance
• Oversee inventory, storage, and organization of all wine products
• Maintain and update wine menus across all platforms (POS, website, internal systems

Team Leadership & Development

• Train and educate the front-of-house team on wine knowledge and service standards
• Lead regular tastings and training sessions
• Foster a culture of learning, curiosity, and accountability
• Coach, support, and hold team members accountable to standards
• Contribute to and maintain FOH training materials

Service & Guest Experience

• Lead by example on the floor, setting the standard for wine service
• Build relationships with guests and manage preferences
• Collaborate closely with the culinary team on pairings and overall experience
• Support the team in delivering a thoughtful and seamless guest experience

Collaboration & Leadership

• Work closely with the General Manager and ownership on program development and operations
• Participate in management meetings and contribute to overall restaurant strategy
• Support planning and execution of events and collaborations
• Contribute to wine programming across the NA:EUN Hospitality group as needed

Administrative & Systems

• Maintain accuracy of POS systems and digital platforms
• Utilize reservation systems (Tock/Resy) to support guest experience and communication
• Ensure compliance with NYC and NY State regulations
• Maintain required certifications (NYC Food Protection Certificate)

Schedule

• 5 days per week, including weekends and holidays
• Expectation is to participate in service every day
• Schedule will vary based on operational needs

Qualified candidates must possess:

• Exceptional knowledge in wine knowledge and service
• Leadership experience in a high-level, fine dining restaurant environment
• Ability to build systems, not just execute service
• Clear communication and strong judgment
• A commitment to standards, consistency, and team development

Qualified candidates must possess:

• Restaurant management experience of 3+ years
• Must be able to demonstrate an extensive depth of food and beverage knowledge
• Possess exceptional floor presence
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced work environment effectively without losing focus on priorities and while maintaining a high level of quality
• NYC Department of Health Food Protection Certification and a strong understanding, compliance, and enforcement of all best practices and procedures to maintain excellent restaurant hygiene conditions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workplace
• A keen eye for detail, a natural inclination to host, an open mind, and always up for a challenge
• Knowledge and/or experience with Korean food & beverage is a plus but not required

 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs if necessary
• Safely and effectively use all necessary tools and equipment
• Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant

 

Benefits offered:

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance benefits
• Dining Incentive
• Employee Scholarship Program
• Employee Purchase Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Quarterly R&D stipend
• 401k

Atomix is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, ancestry, national origin, alienage or citizenship, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other protected status.

Job Tags

Full time, Seasonal work, Work at office, Shift work

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