Management Development Program - Food & Beverage

Auberge Collection; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fast-track management development

Promotion to management after program

Housing available

Relocation stipend

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays and time off

Referral bonus

Job summary

Auberge Collection is offering a 12-month Management Development Program (MDP) on property, combining 80% hands-on training with 20% professional development. Participants rotate through Food & Beverage, Culinary, and Rooms paths and are placed into a management role after completion, subject to relocation.

Open to students or graduates from US-accredited hospitality schools. Path focus is chosen during recruitment, with the program designed to accelerate leadership in a growing

Qualifications

• Demonstrated passion for the hospitality industry and guest experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn, curiosity, resilience, and self-motivation.
• The ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• A keen interest in leadership and career advancement.

Skills

Hospitality passion

Strong communication

Willingness to learn

Fast-paced environment

Leadership interest

Education

Hospitality school degree

Job description

Company Description

Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, safaris, 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 39 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, safaris, 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

Job Description

The Management Development Program (MDP) is a 12-month on property paid training and development program. The program path consists of 80% work experience and 20% professional development. The program is broken into two main phases: Phase 1 - Mastering Service & Department Knowledge and Phase 2 - Management Essentials, Leadership & Soft Skills Development.

Auberge Resorts currently offers several dedicated paths, with focus areas in: Food & Beverage, Culinary, and Rooms. Candidates will be asked during the recruitment phase to select their path of focus as well as their preferred property location.

Upon completion of all program components, the MDP will be placed into a management role (based on availability and willingness to relocate).

Please note this program has been exclusively designed for students or graduates from an accredited hospitality school within the United States.

Program Benefits

• Fast-track management development


• Promotion to management level upon program completion


• Support role rotations throughout the property, guided by the learning objectives for each department


• Ongoing career growth with a rapidly expanding luxury hotel company


• Monthly MDP Meetups with fellow MDPs across the collection


• Mentorship opportunities with home office leaders


• Discounted rates through the Team Member Stay Program


• Task force opportunities and assignments abroad


• Housing available at participating locations


• Relocation stipend for approved expenses


• Health insurance, 401(k) match


• Paid holidays and time off


• Overtime pay eligibility


• Referral bonus

Qualifications

• A demonstrated passion for the hospitality industry and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• A proven willingness to learn, coupled with curiosity, resilience, and self-motivation.


• The ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.


• A keen interest in leadership and career advancement.

Offer letters to be issued within 2-4 weeks of completing the interview process.

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

Auberge Collection LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. Auberge Collection 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, Auberge Collection 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.