Experiential Hospitality Manager – Food & Beverage Manager - Buffalo Trace Distillery

Sazerac Company • Frankfort, KY

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you ready to shape the flavor of a world-class guest experience? Buffalo Trace Distillery is looking for a Food & Beverage Manager to lead our café, premium coffee program, and cocktail offerings. This role blends hospitality and operational excellence, and ensures every sip, bite, and moment reflects the authenticity and pride of the Buffalo Trace brand. You’ll be responsible for food safety, quality assurance, team leadership, and strategic planning. Every visitor experience should reflect the authenticity and excellence of the Buffalo Trace brand through exceptional service, innovation, and operational excellence.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• At least 21 years of age
• 5+ years of food & beverage management experience in hospitality-driven environments in both front of house and back of house
• Ability to communicate with all levels of an org
• Ability to drive results in a complex, high-growth company
• Ability to handle multiple tasks at one time
• Ability to develop customer relationship
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Excellent oral & written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
• Strong knowledge of food safety regulations, haccp principles, and best practices in kitchen and bar sanitation

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree
• Ability and willingness to work non-traditional hours (nights/weekends)
• 10+ years' relevant experience (minimum)
• Experience with new location openings

Responsibilities

• Lead with Impact: Oversee daily operations of the café, coffee program, and cocktail service, delivering a true 5-Star standard across all touchpoints.
• Elevate the Guest Experience: Create unforgettable moments that connect visitors to the Buffalo Trace legacy through food, drink, and hospitality. Gather guest feedback and use it to drive innovation.
• Champion Food Safety & Quality: Develop and enforce best-in-class food safety practices, conduct regular inspections, and ensure every item served meets our quality promise.
• Manage Operations & Results: Create SOPs, manage budgets, track KPIs, and oversee inventory, labor, and cost control strategies — keeping operations efficient and profitable.
• Drive Performance & Growth: Use the professional development system (PDS) to set goals, track success, and invest in both your own professional growth and your team’s development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED