Food & Beverage Manager

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** Management Newport, RI, US

19 days ago Requisition

Join our team as a
Food & Beverage Manager and become a key curator of both the guest and employee experience. This leadership role is responsible for driving exceptional front‑of‑house food and beverage operations while inspiring a service culture rooted in genuine hospitality, attention to detail, and Forbes Five‑Star standards.

The ideal candidate is a polished and engaged hospitality professional who leads by example, develops their team, anticipates guest needs, and takes pride in creating memorable dining experiences. This individual should possess strong operational knowledge, excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and a passion for luxury service.

The Chanler, reimagined as a magnificent stately manor residence, extends a warm welcome to guests as a peaceful enclave from bustling Newport, Rhode Island. Guests are invited to experience the property’s storied architecture, chic European‑inspired dining, and gracious, personalized hospitality.

Built in 1873 as a summer home for John Winthrop Chanler, the property exudes history while maintaining the charm and intimacy of a private estate. As a
Two Michelin Key and Double Forbes Five‑Star property
, The Chanler welcomes discerning guests from around the world and is dedicated to delivering an experience defined by elegance, authenticity, and natural refinement.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance for employees, families, and partners
• 401(k) plan
• Complimentary employee parking
• Uniforms provided
• Employee appreciation events
• Employee referral bonus
• Seasonal staff meals

Including, but not limited to:

• Lead by example and consistently demonstrate the highest standards of professionalism, hospitality, and guest service.
• Champion the Forbes Five‑Star service philosophy and ensure front‑of‑house food and beverage standards are consistently upheld.
• Create thoughtful, personalized, and memorable moments for guests throughout their dining experience.
• Oversee daily front‑of‑house food and beverage operations to ensure efficiency, consistency, and exceptional service.
• Assist with the recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, training, coaching, and performance management of food and beverage team members.
• Conduct daily pre‑shift meetings to communicate guest preferences, hotel happenings, operational priorities, service standards, and menu knowledge.
• Continuously develop team members through ongoing training, coaching, education, and constructive feedback.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable work environment where employees are empowered to deliver exceptional service.
• Maintain a strong presence on the floor and actively support the team during service.
• Anticipate guest needs and proactively address opportunities to enhance the overall guest experience.
• Handle guest concerns, requests, and service recovery situations with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Partner with culinary and hotel leadership to ensure seamless communication and coordination between departments.
• Assist in maintaining the restaurant, service areas, equipment, and physical surroundings to the highest standards of cleanliness, presentation, and condition.
• Monitor and maintain appropriate cash‑handling, point‑of‑sale, credit card, and financial control procedures.
• Support purchasing, inventory management, product control, and cost‑awareness initiatives.
• Ensure team members are knowledgeable and compliant with all applicable health, safety, sanitation, and workplace regulations.
• Maintain current knowledge of responsible alcohol service requirements and ensure compliance with applicable laws and company standards.
• Adapt quickly and effectively to changing business demands, guest needs, and operational priorities.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with guests, colleagues, vendors, and leadership.
• Collaborate with management to identify operational opportunities and implement solutions that…