Food & Beverage Manager

Winvian Farm•Morris, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Winvian Farm, a beautiful Five-Diamond luxury resort located in Morris, CT, is seeking an experienced, passionate, and service-focused Food & Beverage Manager to oversee the daily operations of its fine dining restaurant. This leadership role is ideal for a hospitality professional who thrives in an elevated dining environment and possesses extensive wine knowledge. The ideal candidate will bring a refined understanding of luxury guest service, restaurant operations, team leadership, wine pairing, and beverage management while maintaining the highest standards of hospitality excellence.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of Food & Beverage management experience in a fine dining restaurant
Strong wine knowledge required
Strong leadership and team development skills
Experience managing budgets, inventories, scheduling, and operational costs
Exceptional communication, organizational, and guest service skills
Professional demeanor and polished presentation
Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Responsibilities

Oversee all front-of-house food and beverage operations including restaurant, bar, wine service, and special dining events
Lead, mentor, and develop restaurant, bar, and service staff
Ensure exceptional guest experiences through attentive, personalized service
Manage daily dining room operations including reservations, staffing, service flow, and guest satisfaction
Maintain and enhance the wine program, including wine list curation, cellar management, and pairings
Provide expert wine recommendations
Conduct wine and beverage education for staff
Monitor inventory, ordering, beverage costs, labor costs, and operational budgets
Ensure compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, and liquor regulations
Collaborate with culinary leadership to create seasonal food and wine experiences
Maintain impeccable service, cleanliness, and presentation standards throughout all dining areas