Director of Food and Beverage

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Newport (RI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Hotel LLC in Newport, RI seeks an Executive Food & Beverage Leader to guide and elevate the resort's dining and beverage program within a historic luxury setting.

You will oversee strategy, teams, guest satisfaction, financial outcomes, and uphold Auberge Collection's culture across all F&B touchpoints.

Qualifications

• Three or more years experience in food and beverage operations.
• Proven experience in driving a profitable operation and leading F&B teams.
• Experience curating and executing creative events in a variety of settings with a keen eye for detail
• Strong aptitude in financial management, financial reports, and analysis.
• Demonstrated track record of strong attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute innovative food and beverage strategies.
• Manage and inspire a talented team of culinary and service professionals.
• Remain personally responsible for maximizing quality levels of product, service, and guest satisfaction.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills with all stakeholders.
• A thoughtful operator with an ability to manage both short and long-term financial objectives, adding value and managing outcomes through a balanced lens.
• Maintain and champion the Auberge Resorts Collection culture.

Skills

F&B ops experience

Profitability leadership

Event curation

Financial analysis

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Job description

The Vanderbilt, Auberge Collection is a former mansion-turned-storied 33-room luxury resort located in downtown Newport. Originally built in 1908 by scion Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt, the property is the coastal city’s social hub and a vibrant, historic gem waiting to be explored. Brimming with alluring eccentricities, the mansion has been meticulously restored to its glory, boasting elegant fireplaces and museum-quality artwork in the welcoming lobby entrance, Mezzanine and Parlor Room. Dining options include The Dining Room at the Vanderbilt, which features a forward-thinking menu of coastal New England classics, The Living Room, offering light bites and bar favorites, and The Conservatory, where guests can dine indoors as well as outdoors on the Garden Terrace. Guests can also enjoy evening drinks at the popular rooftop bar, The Roof Deck, which offers sweeping views of Newport Harbor. The Vanderbilt presents a spa and fitness center with indoor and outdoor pools, as well as a variety of local experiences, such as sailing journeys on the Newport coast, private culinary classes, and more.

Opportunity to lead an extraordinary team of food and beverage professionals in crafting and executing world-class dining experiences. Ensure visitors and guests are delighted by the quality, creativity, and variety of our food and beverage offerings, and our culinary reputation is second to none in our market. As a member of our Executive Team, you will have accountability for all food and beverage departments and be a champion of the brand and our values.

• Develop and execute innovative food and beverage strategies.
• Manage and inspire a talented team of culinary and service professionals.
• Remain personally responsible for maximizing quality levels of product, service, and guest satisfaction.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills with all stakeholders.
• A thoughtful operator with an ability to manage both short and long-term financial objectives, adding value and managing outcomes through a balanced lens.
• Maintain and champion the Auberge Resorts Collection culture.

Qualifications

• Three or more years experience in food and beverage operations.
• Proven experience in driving a profitable operation and leading F&B teams.
• Experience curating and executing creative events in a variety of settings with a keen eye for detail
• Strong aptitude in financial management, financial reports, and analysis.
• Demonstrated track record of strong attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Additional Information

About Auberge Collection
Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.
For more information: auberge.com
Connect with Auberge Collection on Instagram , TikTok , Facebook , and LinkedIn @Auberge and #AlwaysAuberge
About Friedkin Friedkin is a privately held family of global brands spanning automotive, entertainment, hospitality, investments, and sports.
Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, the company is led by Chief Executive Dan Friedkin, and united by a mission to build breakthrough brands that redefine the status quo.
The Friedkin portfolio includes Gulf States Toyota, 30WEST, Accelerated Solutions Group, AS Roma, Ascent Automotive Group, Auberge Collection, Congaree, Copilot Capital, Diamond Creek, Everton Football Club, GSFSGroup, Imperative Entertainment, Legendary Expeditions, NEON, Northside Lexus, Pursuit Sports, The Friedkin Group International, USAL and Westside Lexus.
For more information, please visit www.friedkin.com

Vanderbilt Hotel LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Vanderbilt Hotel LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vanderbilt Hotel LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.