Food and Beverage Manager | The Lodge at St. Edward Park

Columbia Hospitality is a nationally recognized management and consulting company with over 25 years of experience specializing in creating outstanding hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional guest experiences. Their extensive portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, notable restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues across the United States. The company is known for its commitment to excellence, diversity, inclusion, creativity, and a supportive work culture, consistently earning accolades such as being named one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal. Columbia Hospitality prides itself on fostering a fun, dynamic, and nurturing environment that empowers team members to grow professionally and personally.

The Lodge at St. Edward Park is a distinctive property managed by Columbia Hospitality, located within one of Washington State's most-visited parks. This historic seminary-turned-hotel provides 84 well-appointed guestrooms and suites that seamlessly combine original character with modern comforts. Opened in May 2021, the lodge offers guests an immersive experience in nature, surrounded by beautiful greenery, lake views, and scenic walking trails. The hotel boasts several amenities including a farm-to-table restaurant, two stylish bars, a full-service spa, and a fitness center, catering to a range of guest needs and ensuring memorable stays.

The role of Food and Beverage Manager at The Lodge at St. Edward Park is a full-time position offering a competitive salary range of $85,000 to $95,000, depending on experience. This leadership role is integral to maintaining the high standards of the hotel's food and beverage operations. As the Food and Beverage Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all front-of-house services, working closely with the Director of Food and Beverage and Executive Chef to manage menus, inventory, staff scheduling, and payroll. Your leadership will support creating exceptional dining experiences that align with the lodge’s reputation for quality and service excellence.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a beautiful, natural setting while leading a team of front-of-house staff across multiple outlets. You will coordinate hiring, training, and performance reviews, and foster a culture of teamwork and continual learning. Moreover, you will engage with distributors and winemakers to enhance the already renowned wine offerings, attend tastings to keep current with industry trends, and innovate marketing strategies to attract and retain clientele.

Furthermore, the Food and Beverage Manager will play a pivotal role in planning private parties, promoting cross-training among staff, managing labor costs through strategic scheduling, and overseeing the floor operations to ensure smooth and efficient service flow. The role demands strong financial and people management skills, including budgeting, expense control, coaching, and motivating team members, ensuring the lodge maintains its status as a premier destination for guests.

Joining Columbia Hospitality means becoming part of a values-driven community defined by accountability, creativity, enthusiasm, honesty, inclusion, and respect. Employees have access to a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, 401K plans with employer contributions, and flexible spending accounts. The company also offers unique perks such as daily pay options, cellphone allowance, complimentary parking, discounted travel and lodging, employee assistance programs, volunteer and committee participation opportunities, and an online learning platform to support ongoing professional growth.

Columbia Hospitality encourages applications from individuals who are excited about this role even if they do not meet every single qualification, emphasizing a commitment to diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplaces. This is an exceptional opportunity for dedicated professionals seeking to advance their careers in food and beverage management within a company that values its people and the experiences they create for guests.