Location: Boston,MA, USA
A rare opportunity to join the City Winery team as we reimagine the future of live music and hospitality. City Winery to deliver the highest end combined culinary and cultural experience to our customers who are passionate in sharing wine, music, and culinary arts. We are a unique facility, combining a fully functioning winery with intimate concerts, food & wine classes, private events in a variety of configurations, and fine dining. We have created a compelling mix for our sophisticated clientele of foodies, and active cultural patrons—bringing the wine country experience to the middle of a large city.Position SummaryFront of House Operations Managers are our in-house hospitality professionals who ensure daily operational excellence, overall guest satisfaction and management of the FOH team. This role participates in a variety of dimensions of the business from leading the service teams, maximizing food and beverage sales, handling pre-shift trainings, to promoting retail wine sales, merchandise, and more.Why us?Competitive payWe are a rapidly expanding national entertainment and hospitality company, offering tremendous opportunities for driven and ambitious individuals.Medical, Dental, Vision InsurancenDORFins program designed to promote a healthy and active lifestyle!401K (and yes we match!)Flexible Savings Accounts,HSA and Dependent Care, Basic Life and AD&D InsuranceAmazing discounts, 50% OFF all dining/retail wineFree Family MealTickets to available showsAnd more!Minimum QualificationsMinimum 3 years experience in a multi-faced, high volume restaurant, venue, and/or equivalent relevant experienceExceptional hospitality skillsProven leadership skills and commitment to operational excellenceStrong analytical and data skillsAbility to successfully multi-task, delegate, and manage several tasks at once in fast paced environmentExceptional communication and interpersonal skills both written and verbalFunctional knowledge of health department and related regulationsAbility to perform physical requirements of position including standing and walking for extended periods of time, bending, pulling, pushing, lifting and carrying up to 50 poundsAble and willing to work flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays Overview of ResponsibilitiesManage day to day restaurant and/or floor operations, and provide on-the-floor support to staff for duration of a service shift including but not limited to assigning server sections, overseeing side work, observing steps of service, and maintaining overall cleanliness/tidiness of the restaurant.Participate in interviewing, hiring, coaching/counseling, and separation process of hourly employeesEnsure restaurant and venue are fully prepared and organized for daily execution of the operationManage staffing and operations of all revenue centers including venue, bar, support staff, service, private events, as applicable based on designated area of focusPrepare scheduling on a weekly basisEnsure maintenance of property by examining areas daily for cleanliness and maintenance needs and directed to appropriate employees to handleResolve guest concerns and complaints with exemplary level of hospitalityPerform all cash handling procedures: opening, mid-day safe counts, cash pay-outs and nightly cash drops, as neededCheck in with guests in bar and restaurant area during shift to ensure guest satisfaction and identify any opportunitiesAssist with staff trainings both in daily pre-shifts and monthly FOH staff service meetingsMaintain pars of all printed promotional materials, comment cards, or other check presenter inserts.Maintain & update contact lists, VIP, and public event guest listsDemonstrate an ability to lead and motivate others, and achieve results. Empowered to make day-to-day decisions confidently both with guests, service teams and other departmental management.Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills with service teams and management.Other duties, initiatives, and tasks as per business needAbout UsWine, food, and live entertainment collide at City Winery to create a dynamic and incredibly unique workplace. Since 2008, City Winery has been turning heads across the nation with amazing live performances, delectable cuisine, and award winning, locally produced wines. But there's more to us than that we're a haven for community and creativity, a place where the philosophy of hospitality is more than just a buzzword, but a way of life. City Winery, founded by music industry veteran & visionary Michael Dorf, has established itself as a one-of-a-kind brand providing unforgettable experiences for guests. From world class music venues to sustainably produced wines with ratings of 90+ points, City Winery offers a range of topnotch events & experiences.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at City Winery. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Additionally, City Winery participates in the EVerify Program in certain locations, as required by law.