Assistant Food and Beverage Manager
About The Position
Wildflower Farms, Auberge Collection is a 140-acre retreat in New York’s Hudson Valley, just 90 minutes from New York City. Rooted in meaningful encounters with nature, the property sways with the seasons, surrounded by meadows of native flowers and woodlands. Anchored by its namesake farm with orchards, heirloom gardens, and animals, the retreat offers immersive seasonal experiences like foraging walks, cooking workshops, and healing sessions. A three-mile walking trail links 65 stand-alone cabins, cottages, and suites with the Movement Studio and Maplehouse, a lofty barn home to a dynamic cooking school. Accommodations are immersed in the ever-changing landscape, offering a deep sense of place. Guests are welcomed at The Shop, reminiscent of a well-curated potting shed, and the open-air Great Porch. Dining at Clay, the centerpiece restaurant, features source-origin cuisine that honors the region’s bounty. Thistle offers wild-crafted wellbeing that evolves with the seasons. The property also provides access to neighboring Mohonk Preserve, where wooded trails and cliffs invite world-class hiking, biking, and climbing. Named the Number 1 Hotel in New York State by Travel + Leisure for the 2025 World’s Best Awards and recognized with a One Key distinction from the inaugural Michelin Guide, Wildflower Farms is a basecamp for adventure, craft, and curiosity. The Assistant Food and Beverage Manager will be the culinary orchestrator behind the dining experiences, combining a passion for gastronomy with strategic management to ensure unparalleled service and delectable offerings. From menu planning to staff coordination, this role plays a pivotal part in creating a culinary haven that leaves a lasting impression on guests.
Requirements
- Three or more years experience in a similar capacity at a top restaurant group or luxury hotel.
- Experience in maintaining state and federal health and safety regulations.
- Experience in completing administrative tasks, including reporting, budgeting, project management, etc.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, according to department operational needs.
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day food and beverage operations, ensuring seamless coordination between the kitchen and front-of-house staff, maintaining high standards of service, and promptly addressing any issues to guarantee guest satisfaction.
- Train, mentor, and motivate the food and beverage team, fostering a culture of excellence, professionalism, and teamwork, while consistently implementing best practices and service standards.
- Efficiently manage inventory levels, monitor stock rotation, and implement cost-control measures to optimize resource usage and minimize waste, contributing to the overall financial success of the department.
- Actively engage with guests, gathering feedback on dining experiences, and use this information to continuously improve service quality, address concerns, and ensure the highest levels of guest satisfaction.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
