Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $160,000.00 - $170,000.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional Development
wellness programs
Job Description
The Meritage Resort & Spa is a prestigious and iconic luxury destination located in the heart of Napa Valley, California. Renowned for its exceptional hospitality and world-class amenities, the resort offers guests an immersive experience amidst vineyards and scenic landscapes. The Meritage Resort features a variety of accommodations and a comprehensive range of leisure and wellness options, making it a preferred choice for both leisure and business travelers seeking a sophisticated retreat. This full-service resort combines Napa Valley's rich cultural heritage with modern comfort and elegance, establishing itself as a leading venue for luxury hospitality in the region. The resort... Show More
Job Requirements
- Minimum 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in food and beverage management
- Proven ability to manage high-volume outlets, large banquet operations, and multiple revenue streams
- Strong leadership skills to lead culinary and front-of-house teams
- Financial knowledge to manage budgeting, forecasting, and cost controls
- Experience with entertainment-driven activations or large-scale special events
- Passion for enhancing guest experience and team development
- Degree in hospitality, culinary arts, or business preferred
Job Qualifications
- Minimum 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in food and beverage management, preferably in luxury hotels or destination resorts
- Demonstrated success in managing high-volume outlets, large banquet operations, and multiple revenue streams
- Proven ability to lead culinary and front-of-house teams through operational excellence and strategic direction
- Financial acumen with a strong command of budgeting, forecasting, and labor/product cost management
- Experience working with entertainment-driven activations or large-scale special events is highly desirable
- Passion for guest experience, team development, and sustainable business practices
- Degree in hospitality, culinary arts, or business preferred
Job Duties
- Develop and execute a comprehensive food and beverage strategy aligned with resort positioning and revenue goals
- Continuously identify opportunities for innovation in menus, concepts, and experiences across all food and beverage outlets
- Partner with marketing to maximize exposure and attendance at concerts, culinary events, and food truck activations
- Direct the daily operations of all food and beverage venues including fine dining, casual outlets, bars, mobile units, and catering
- Maintain excellence in service delivery, food quality, safety standards, and brand consistency across every outlet
- Implement systems to ensure efficient workflows, labor optimization, and product consistency across all service models
- Develop and manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and financial reporting
- Monitor and control labor costs, food and beverage cost of goods sold, and overall department profitability
- Evaluate vendor contracts and procurement strategies to maximize quality while minimizing expense
- Lead a dynamic, multi-disciplinary team of front-of-house and culinary professionals
- Mentor and develop department leaders through coaching, performance reviews, and growth plans
- Foster a high-performance culture of accountability, creativity, and collaboration
- Serve as the brand ambassador for all food and beverage outlets and guest-facing experiences
- Champion a service culture rooted in hospitality excellence and local Napa Valley sensibility
- Partner cross-functionally with rooms, spa, sales, and events to ensure a unified guest experience
- Collaborate with event producers and the resort’s marketing team to enhance the on-premise concert series
- Oversee food and beverage strategy, staffing, and execution for public and private events tied to the concert series
- Ensure food and beverage activations at events enhance revenue while preserving guest satisfaction and safety
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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