Director of Food & Beverage South Coast Winery Resort & Spa

Director Of Food & Beverage

Nestled in the heart of Temecula Wine County, South Coast Winey Resort & Spa is a premier destination that combines luxury accommodations with world-class wine, culinary excellence, and breathtaking natural beauty. Our Resort features a fine dining restaurant, a vibrant tasting room, curated culinary experiences, and a dynamic events & banquets program- all designed to deliver an unforgettable guest experience. We are seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Food & Beverage to lead our diverse F&B operations and elevate the winery resort experience. The Director of Food & Beverage is a strategic leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of food and beverage operations across the resort, including Restaurant, Tasting Room, Culinary program and banquets / events. This individual will be tasked with maintaining the highest standards of service, driving financial performance and cultivating a culture of excellence and innovation.

Key Responsibilities :

• Strategic Leadership : Direct and inspire F&B team to deliver exceptional service across all venues.
• Operational Oversight : Manage daily operations of the restaurant, tasting room, banquets and culinary programs.
• Financial Management : Develop and manage budgets, control costs, and drive revenue through upselling, pricing strategy and event growth.
• Guest Experience : Champion a service of culture that prioritizes personalized, memorable guest interaction.
• Team Development : Hire, train, mentor and retain top talent across front and heart of house operations.
• Collaboration : Work closely with Executive Chef, Winemaker, and General Manager to align offerings with brand identity and seasonal programming.

Qualifications :

Compensation : $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Established in 2011, Carter Hospitality Group, LLC is a family-owned hospitality company with four hotels and resorts as well as three wineries across the United States. Based in Orange County, California, the company manages and owns a portfolio of luxury properties including South Coast Winery Resort & Spa, Temecula, California; Carter Estate Winery and Resort, Temecula California; and Carter Creek Winery Resort & Spa, Texas Hill Country. Carter Hospitality Group additionally serves as the owner-franchisee for Red Lion Hotel Orlando Lake Buena Vista South, Orlando Florida.

Purpose : Enriching lives by crafting exceptional environments and experiences.

Niche : We design, build and care for unique settings where communities thrive and memorable experiences come to life.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.