Position Overview:

The Food and Beverage Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the restaurant's food and beverage operations. This includes managing staff, ensuring top-tier customer service, maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation, and maximizing profitability. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in upscale dining, leadership experience, and a commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily food and beverage operations to ensure smooth service and exceptional guest experiences.
• Manage, train, and develop a team of servers, bartenders, and support staff.
• Ensure all staff adhere to restaurant policies, health and safety regulations, and service standards.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to curate seasonal menus and pairings.
• Maintain inventory and ordering of food, beverages, and supplies.
• Manage scheduling, payroll, and performance evaluations for the food and beverage team.
• Handle guest inquiries, feedback, and complaints with professionalism and tact.
• Analyze financial reports to monitor costs, sales, and profitability, implementing strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Ensure that the restaurant’s ambiance, cleanliness, and overall presentation meet the high standards of the establishment.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in food and beverage management, preferably in an upscale or fine dining environment.
• Three years as a restaurant General Manager or five (5) years as a restaurant Assistant General Manager with full P&L responsibility are required.
• Strong knowledge of food and beverage trends, wine, and cocktail pairings.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Proficiency in inventory management, cost control, and budgeting.
• Outstanding problem-solving skills and a customer-centric approach.
• Experience with restaurant management software and POS systems.
• A degree in hospitality management or a related field is a plus, but not required.

Why Join Us:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives -65k-80k
• Full health insurance package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 100% paid
• PTO, Vacations, and Holiday pay.
•  401K and other amazing benefits.

At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person's age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.   JOB ID: 142978 #post

Rob Rush