Food & Beverage Manager

Kessler Hospitality’s portfolio of artistically inspired boutique hotels boasts unique design, luxurious accommodations, enriching ambiance, and intuitive service. With properties in Alabama, Colorado, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina or South Carolina, each hotel’s exquisite art, music, and cultural influences are deliberately approachable. Designed to inspire and to encourage unforgettable experiences, Kessler guests are immersed in redefined Bohemian luxury, from a cutting-edge downtown icon to a premier luxury lodge, Savannah’s entertainment destination, and an elite ski lodge. Kessler Hospitality was the founding member of the Marriott Autograph Collection, introduced with seven Autograph Collection branded hotels. Each property is a bold, original hotel carefully created with style and the individualist traveler in mind.

Casa Monica Resort and Spa, Autograph Collection will immerse you in the rich history of our famed St. Augustine hotel, from ornate chandeliers to extraordinary art galleries. Originally built in 1888, this hotel is nestled in the heart of St. Augustine’s Historic District and within walking distance to popular sites such as Flagler College, Lightner Museum, Castillo de San Marcos and St. George Street. Our beautifully appointed accommodations entwine vintage Moroccan charm with luxury amenities.

Connect your mind and body with a soothing skin treatment at Poseidon Spa before indulging in the bold flavors of Mediterranean cuisine at our on-site restaurant, Cordova. Enjoy the service of our dedicated team, modern technology, and premier catering. From our Old-World grandeur to the unrivaled location, Casa Monica Resort and Spa is anything but ordinary.

The Beverage Manager is responsible for coordinating and supervising all aspects of bar operations and beverage outlets, while maintaining a profitable operation and high-quality products and service levels. They are expected to market ideas to promote business, reduce employee turnover, maintain revenue and payroll budgets, and meet budgeted productivity while keeping quality consistently high.

• Collaborates with internal and external partners to accomplish all administrative tasks relating to the organization and business operation of the Restaurant.
• Contributes to the planning, organization, and training necessary to achieve restaurant objectives in sales, costs, employee retention, communication and awareness, guest service and satisfaction, food quality, and compliance.
• Requires a detail-oriented Hospitality leader who will be a hands-on mentor in the dining room with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and create an amazing experience for both our guests and our staff.
• Assists in leading all front-of-house operations, providing insight and guidance to every member of the team, working closely with the Restaurant General Manager and corporate operations teams to further the success of the restaurant.
• Fully understands and complies with all federal, state, county, and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety, and when serving alcohol.

• 3 or more year’s experience in similar or equivalent role in a fine dining high volume restaurant, with at least 1 year in a leadership role
• Ability to create Wine & Cocktail menus for multiple venues and train staff
• Ability to control costs through purchasing, inventory, storage and pricing
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills
• Gracious spirit of hospitality
• Intellectual curiosity and emotional maturity
• Continually strive to develop staff in all areas of food and service education
• Ability to work clean, organized, and lead a team
• Advanced knowledge of Food and Wine and Mixology
• Ensure compliance with all local liquor laws, health, and sanitation regulations.
• Level 1 Somm certification a plus
• Knowledge of financial reporting and ability to analyze data
• Have a strong eye towards development both personal and for your team
• Knowledge of safety and hygiene protocols
• Clear understanding of State, Federal, and Local employment laws.