Fine Dining F&B Manager | Luxury Service & Wine Lead

Relais & Châteaux; Morris (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Winvian Farm in Morris, CT is seeking an experienced Food & Beverage Manager to oversee the daily operations of our fine dining restaurant. This leadership role focuses on delivering exceptional guest experiences through attentive service, wine pairing expertise, and a refined beverage program.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of fine dining management, strong wine knowledge, and proven ability to lead a team, manage budgets, and collaborate with culinary leadership to create

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of restaurant 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

Skills

Wine knowledge

Leadership

Guest service

Communication

Organizational skills

Job description

Winvian Farm in Morris, CT is seeking an experienced Food & Beverage Manager to oversee the daily operations of our fine dining restaurant. This leadership role focuses on delivering exceptional guest experiences through attentive service, wine pairing expertise, and a refined beverage program.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of fine dining management, strong wine knowledge, and proven ability to lead a team, manage budgets, and collaborate with culinary leadership to create