Banquet Food and Beverage Manager

New England culture and elegant accommodations await at the Woodstock Inn & Resort. Set against the iconic and beautiful village of Woodstock, Vermont, the Woodstock Inn is a year-round destination wrapped in luxury and history. From gorgeous, wood-beam bed frames to plush, hand-dyed blankets, each of our 142 rooms and suites embraces Vermont’s signature style.

One of the most beloved resorts in New England, The Woodstock Inn & Resort, is seeking a Banquet Food and Beverage Manager to join the team.

Job Summary

At the Woodstock Inn & Resort, the Banquet Food & Beverage Manager plays a pivotal role in delivering exceptional guest experiences during private events, weddings, and corporate functions. This hybrid position merges the hands-on leadership of a Banquet Manager with the strategic oversight of a Banquet Beverage Manager.

The ideal candidate will embody the resort’s commitment to elegance, warmth, and precision, ensuring seamless coordination of food and beverage service across all banquet operations. Job Specifications: Expected Pay Range: $80,000 annually The pay scale shown is the range that we reasonably expect to pay. Actual compensation offered may be adjusted based on a candidate’s qualifications and/or experience.

Shift & Schedule Availability: Full-Time Year-Round Must be able to work a flexible schedule including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Job Responsibilities

Event Execution & Service Leadership Lead banquet teams in the setup, execution, and breakdown of events with a focus on timing, presentation, and guest satisfaction. Ensure food service is executed flawlessly in accordance with Banquet Event Orders. Oversee beverage service including wine pairings, curated cocktail offerings and bar operations.

Serve as the on-site liaison for clients, ensuring their vision is realized and expectations exceeded. Team Management & Training Conduct pre-shift briefings to align staff on service standards, timelines, and special requests. Train banquet servers and bartenders in luxury service techniques, food and beverage knowledge, and resort standards.

Provide supportive coaching and feedback to team members in order to maintain a culture of excellence. May manage multiple events at the same time by overseeing assigned Banquet Captains. Beverage Oversight Manage inventory and requisitions for banquet bar setups, ensuring efficiency and cost control. Ensure that the team operates under compliance with Vermont State alcohol service regulations and resort policies.

Operational Excellence Review, understand and interpret BEOs while coordinating with culinary, beverage, and event planning teams for flawless execution. Maintain cleanliness, organization, and readiness of all banquet service areas. Participate in post-event debriefs to identify opportunities for improvement. Guest Experience Anticipate guest needs and personalize service to reflect the resort’s Elevated Service standards.

Handle VIP requests with discretion and professionalism. Be familiar with and ensure compliance with procedures regarding guest dietary preferences, restrictions and allergies. Ensure every interaction reflects the Woodstock Inn & Resort’s values. Job Requirements: Proven experience as a Banquet Manager or in a similar role within the hospitality industry.

Strong leadership and team coordination skills. Minimum 3 years of experience in a leadership role in a luxury banquet operation. Advanced knowledge of food service and beverage operations. Excellent communication and organizational abilities. Exceptional customer service and communication skills, both verbal and written.

WSET Level 1 or similar wine knowledge. Work regularly requires or varies between evening, night, holiday, or weekend assignments. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Significant portions (more than 50%) of daily assignments involve prolonged standing, transporting material or equipment, or lifting, moving, or carrying heavy (over 30 pounds) materials for intermittent periods throughout the day.

Valid driver's license and clean driving record. Work cohesively with co-workers as part of a team. We offer great resort privileges, discounts, and free employee meal to all employees. This is a full-time, year-round position offering a competitive benefits package, after an initial waiting period that includes * Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage, Employer Paid: Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Paid Time Off, * 401k Retirement Plan with Employer match.

Our success is the direct result of dynamic, dedicated people with a passion for hospitality who enjoy being part of a devoted, hard-working team. Come join our team! The Woodstock Inn & Resort is an equal opportunity employer.