Restaurant General Manager

Company Description

Sprung from the site of a fallow tree nursery, Wildflower Farms, Auberge Collection is a 140-acre retreat in New York’s Hudson Valley, just 90 minutes from New York City. Rooted in meaningful encounters with nature, the property sways with the seasons, surrounded by meadows of native flowers and woodlands. Anchored by its namesake farm with orchards, heirloom gardens, and animals, the retreat offers immersive seasonal experiences like foraging walks, cooking workshops, and healing sessions. A three-mile walking trail links 65 stand-alone cabins, cottages, and suites with the Movement Studio and Maplehouse, a lofty barn home to a dynamic cooking school. Accommodations are immersed in the ever-changing landscape, offering a deep sense of place. Guests are welcomed at The Shop, reminiscent of a well-curated potting shed, and the open-air Great Porch. Dining at Clay, the centerpiece restaurant, features source-origin cuisine that honors the region’s bounty. Thistle offers wild-crafted wellbeing that evolves with the seasons. The property also provides access to neighboring Mohonk Preserve, where wooded trails and cliffs invite world-class hiking, biking, and climbing. Named the Number 1 Hotel in New York State by Travel + Leisure for the 2025 World’s Best Awards and recognized with a One Key distinction from the inaugural Michelin Guide, Wildflower Farms is a basecamp for adventure, craft, and curiosity.

Job Description

Opportunity to lead, inspire, and mentor a diverse team of front-of-house and culinary professionals to ensure an exceptional guest experience.  Develop and execute strategic initiatives to drive revenue and enhance the overall success of our culinary program.  As a key member of the food and beverage team, be a champion of the brand and our values.  

• Provide overall leadership and direction for all food & beverage operations, ensuring alignment with Company standards for service, quality, and presentation.
• Drive guest satisfaction by monitoring service execution, engaging with guests, and responding to feedback and concerns with professionalism and urgency.
• Oversee hiring, onboarding, training, and development of team members, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure proper staffing levels and manage labor in alignment with budgetary guidelines and operational needs.
• Develop, manage, and monitor departmental budgets, including cost controls, purchasing, inventory, and payroll.
• Maintain operational excellence by ensuring all outlets are prepared for service, procedures are followed, and service flow remains efficient and consistent.
• Partner closely with Culinary and Catering & Events teams to ensure seamless execution across all dining experiences.
• Uphold compliance with all health, safety, and regulatory standards, including beverage service requirements.
• Maintain facilities, equipment, and overall cleanliness to the highest standards.
• Regularly review and refine Standard Operating Procedures and service standards to enhance efficiency and guest experience.
• Perform additional duties as needed to support the overall success of the property.

Pay Rate: $100,000/year - $120,000/year

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in food and beverage operations.
• Proven experience in driving a profitable operation and leading F&B teams.
• Experience curating and executing creative events in a variety of settings with a keen eye for detail
• Strong aptitude in financial management, financial reports and analysis.
• Demonstrated track record of strong attention to detail and effective communication skills.

Additional Information

About Auberge Collection
Auberge Collection is a portfolio of extraordinary hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs. While each property is unique, all share a crafted approach to luxury and bring the soul of the locale to life through captivating design, exceptional cuisine, innovative wellbeing, and gracious yet unobtrusive service. With 30 one-of-a-kind hotels, resorts, and residences, Auberge invites guests to create unforgettable stories in some of the world’s most desirable destinations.

For more information: auberge.com

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