Food and Beverage Manager | Copperleaf Restaurant | Cedarbrook Lodge

Food & Beverage Manager | Copperleaf Restaurant | Cedarbrook Lodge     At Copperleaf Restaurant & Bar, we create memorable dining experiences inspired by the spirit and flavors of the Pacific Northwest. Located within the tranquil setting of Cedarbrook Lodge, Copperleaf is known for its seasonally driven cuisine, thoughtfully curated wine program, handcrafted cocktails, and warm, genuine hospitality. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Food & Beverage Manager to lead our front-of-house team, elevate the guest experience, and help continue our reputation as one of the region’s premier dining destinations.   Let’s start off with the most important part-what’s in it for you and why you’ll love it here:  Compensation and Benefits: Salary $82,000 plus annual incentive plan eligibility Cellphone allowance PTO & Holiday Pay Benefits - medical, dental, vision, disability 401K with company matching HSA/FSA plans -with employer contribution Employee Assistance Program “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities Perks:  Discounted lodging, dining, spa, and golf Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more) Culture Inclusive, values-driven team that prioritizes people and exceptional experiences. Opportunities to grow, contribute, and have fun along the way.   Our Commitment to you: Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and a genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.   What you’ll do: Prepare weekly schedules for Front of House taking into consideration fluctuations in business to control labor costs. Work with Director of Food and Beverage & Executive Chef to manage menus, inventory and ordering. Submit payroll for front of house staff before deadline each pay period. In coordination with Director of Food and Beverage, conduct all hiring for the front of house staff for all outlets. Meet with distributors and wine makers and attend off site tastings to continue wine education in able to uphold and exceed our reputation of one of the best wine lists in the state. Train and supervise all front of house staff in proper service etiquette and test server knowledge about menu offerings. Work in coordination with the Executive Chef and Director of Food and Beverage in planning private parties. Oversee all aspects of front of house service for the restaurant(s). Manage all aspects of the floor, assigning tables, creating an efficient flow for both front and back of house. Empower proper service etiquette in the all outlets. In coordination with the Director of Food and Beverage and Executive Chef, conduct yearly performance reviews with all year round front of house staff. Work with Director of Food and Beverage to promote staff cross training and increase efficiency. Work with Director of Food and Beverage to develop and maintain a marketing strategy that targets our clientele and draws new customers to the restaurant(s). Work with Director of Food and Beverage and Executive Chef to increase our food and beverage amenities. What you’ll bring:    At least 3 years food service leadership/supervisory experience The ability to read, write and speak English fluently is required to read, analyze, and interpret regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from group of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Computer knowledge including Word, Excel, Outlook, Basic knowledge of POS is preferable. Must be flexible and able to perform multiple tasks and work in stressful situations Ability to create a team environment within and across departments. Strong computer literacy in Microsoft Office, especially Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Strong general management skills, including time management, information analysis, planning and organizing, decision making, problem solving, and delivery of results. Strong financial management skills, including budget management, expense control, forecasting and analysis of financial statements. Strong people management skills, including coaching, motivating, delegating, scheduling and relationship-building. Flexibility to work all shifts including weekends. Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.