Food & Beverage Manager

Description Southall Farm & Inn is a premier destination bringing nature, produce and people together in a powerful and unique way. The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for upholding the highest standards of luxury hospitality, with a particular focus on Forbes level service excellence. This role will perform a crucial function in the oversight of all guest-facing operations in Southall's Food & Beverage team, ensuring seamless service delivery across outlets. Responsibilities Champion and actively educate on Southall service standards and Forbes Five-Star service principles to all relevant team members Lead, coach and hold accountable line and supervisory-level Team Members in each outlet Manage daily operations of each venue, ensuring flawless execution in each service point Support onboarding and ongoing training of full-time, part-time and seasonal staff Conduct daily audits of payroll to ensure accurate pay for each Southall Team Member Oversee staffing, service flow, reservations, and guest pacing Ensure service culture reflects refinement, warmth, and precision at every turn Conduct daily service briefings, coaching sessions, and hands-on-floor leadership to maintain consistency and excellence Maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness, presentation, and guest readiness throughout the property Collaborate closely with culinary, events, and farm teams to ensure cohesive guest experiences Ensure menus, presentation, and service rituals align with Southall’s luxury brand standards Serve as the primary on-site leader for guest satisfaction and service recovery Proactively engage with guests to anticipate needs and resolve concerns with grace and discretion Foster repeat visitation and strong word-of-mouth through personalized hospitality Model professionalism, empathy, and attention to detail at all times Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by Southall leadership Requirements Minimum of 5–7 years of luxury hospitality management experience, preferably in Forbes- or Michelin-recognized properties Demonstrated experience training teams in Forbes and Michelin service standards Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills Ability to lead by example in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment Passion for sustainability, thoughtful hospitality, and guest-centered service 4-year college degree preferred, but combination of education and relevant position training and experience will be considered Must be able to push, pull and lift 50 lbs. Available to work weekends, evenings and/or holidays Must be able to walk and stand for prolonged periods as needed and able to work in all weather conditions Our Benefits Competitive compensation package Medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, company-provided life insurance Generous paid time off accruals 9 paid holidays annually Weekly pay 401k and company match Education reimbursement Best-in-class Employee Assistance Program Free weekly outdoor activities and wellness classes 30% internal discounts Fresh and free daily meal Bountiful internal growth opportunities Our Team Assembled intentionally with dynamic expertise, the Southall team is offered the unique opportunity to learn humbly with, and from, each other. We invest in a growth mindset and take it upon ourselves to strengthen our knowledge and grit daily. We honor the cycles of nature, get our hands dirty and taste the earth’s bounty in an effort to connect with the land. We plan with purpose, seeing past the present day and seeking to consider the planet with each step. We embrace a blend of ancient techniques and modern technologies in our practice of sustainability. We celebrate ingenuity and resourcefulness and approach our roles through the eyes of an entrepreneur, looking beyond our respective corners to the big picture. Acting with intention, we approach each day with gratitude for the opportunity to serve our guests and each other. A humble holder of our Michelin Key, our team strives to provide a level of luxury that feels effortless and sincere, infusing wellness at every turn. The Southall team cares for our visitors with the same caliber of kindness and respect as we care for the humans that work alongside us. Southall Farm and Inn is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Southall provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability or any other classification protected by law. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr Southall