Food and Beverage Operation Manager/ Head Sommelier

Sandy Lane Hotel•Saint James, MO

About The Position

The Food and Beverage Operations Manager / Head Sommelier will report to the Food & Beverage Director & Assistant Director and will successfully train, lead, and direct all aspects of the Food and Beverage (F&B) outlet operations and Wine Service.

Requirements

A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in World Class International Luxury Food and Beverage Operations specializing in Wine and Restaurant Management
Michelin Star Restaurant Experience along with a recognized qualification in Hotel/F&B Management
Completion of an internationally recognized advanced Sommelier course.
Strong proven leadership abilities and vision for quality, creativity and innovation in F&B operations and Wine Service.
Strong knowledge of AAA, Forbes and LQA standards and their requirements.
Strong knowledge of Wines and Cellar Management
The ability to communicate affably with international clientele, dignitaries & staff and project a positive image.

Responsibilities

Ensure the efficient and effective management of all Restaurants and F&B operations including administration.
Oversee the day-to-day operation of the F&B outlets as assigned by the F&B Director and Assistant Director.
Effective management and control of the Senior Sommeliers, Wine Team & Wine cellars, Wine List and VINU App system
Ensure compliance with all F&B Standards, Game Plans & Policies
Ensure that all Forbes, Five Diamond, Leading Quality Assurance (LQA) standards are consistently met.
Prepare annual budgets for all the restaurants and F&B in conjunction with F&B management team, (including labor) for the F&B Director’s approval
Ensure the F&B costs and other expenses are in line with budgeted target.
Prepares capital and operational budget for the year for all wine lists and training.
Ensure that all sommeliers are trained in the highest levels of wine service.
Maintains all wine lists with respect to prices and vintages communicating all changes to the relevant outlets and coaches.
Trains all wine sommeliers and F&B Coaches in yield management skills