Brad Metzger Restaurant Solutions
Assistant Food & Beverage Director – Boutique Destination Property Napa CA
Salary: $110000 – $125000
Stunning, chic property in Napa is looking for an experienced and versatile Assistant Food & Beverage Director to join the team and help oversee all food & beverage operations including restaurant outlets and events/banquets. This is a multifaceted role that requires a true team player who is willing to jump in wherever needed to ensure streamlined operations and superior guest service. The Assistant F&B Director will be in charge of scheduling, ordering, inventory, hiring, training, SOPs for positions, and remaining very hands on with the team in all processes. The ideal candidate comes from a background in respected, high-end restaurants or hotels, preferably with some prior Michelin, James Beard, or Forbes 4 or 5-star experience. Strong tenure in past roles is also very important, as is a polished, guest facing personality and true passion for hospitality. Great opportunity to join an esteemed, dynamic property and team!
Assistant F&B Director Responsibilities:
- Maintain positive and cooperative relationships with all vendors and business partners
- Lead and direct the work of the management team including scheduling, assigning responsibilities, and setting expectations
- Hire and train managers and supervisors
- Creating a positive team dynamic and culture that exists in a fun working environment
- Develop a positive relationship with guests
- Anticipate the needs of the outlets and act accordingly and in a timely manner
- Oversee and positively impact all areas of the business including: sales, costs, employee retention, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, cleanliness and sanitation.
- Ensure quality and consistency of all products served with high standards
- Ensure all equipment is kept clean and in excellent working condition
- Foster opportunities for the team to learn and grow
- Continually strive to educate and develop of staff as it relates to food, beverage, and service
- Taking ownership of the business to increase sales and profitability
- Increasing brand awareness by creating marketing plans
- Set an example to the team by providing excellent hospitality and service at all times
- Be knowledgeable of restaurant policies regarding personnel and deliver prompt, fair and consistent corrective action for any and all violations of company policies, rules and procedures.
- Fully understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety and labor requirements
Candidate Qualifications:
- 4+ years’ experience as Restaurant General Manager (GM), Food & Beverage Director (F&B), FOH General Manager, FOH Department Manager, Outlets Director, Assistant F&B Director, or comparable restaurant/food & beverage management role in a full service, upscale or fine dining restaurant or boutique/luxury hotel is required
- High service pedigree is highly preferred, any experience in Michelin, Forbes, or James Beard recognized restaurants/hotels is ideal
- Ability to multi-task and switch directions accordingly
- Proven track record in leading and motivating a team
- Ability to thrive in a hands-on, high-touch service environment
- Creative and collaborative mindset
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Highly organized
- Strong attention to detail
- Effective problem-solving skills
- Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment
- Develops relationships with guests to create & maintain guest retention
- Team player mentality
- Process driven and able to implement operating procedures that will continue to maximize efficiency
- Exceptional standards for cleanliness, health, and safety
- Experience in managing P&L
- Flexible schedule, including weekends, and on holidays
- Food Safety Certification
- Able to stand/walk for long periods of time
Compensation Package Includes:
- Base Salary in the $110-125k range DOE
- Bonus Structure
- Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
- 401k
- PTO Plan
- Complimentary Meals
- Cell Phone Reimbursement
- Dry Cleaning
- Potential Relocation Assistance