Ruddick/Wood is an established wine country restaurant and tavern, looking for the right person to help us as we continue to operate and grow. This position will work closely with the owner to build on the past ten years of operation while looking at future goals to create a successful business that provides quality food, drink and service to the community, and a sustainable work environment for the staff.
The right person for this role will have a broad knowledge of food and beverage; as well as skills across service, management, marketing, organization and back-end operations, allowing them to develop menus, implement systems, hire and train staff, and lead a team that accomplishes the business' goals. As a small, owner-operated business, all positions require some amount of work in the daily grind, on the floor, and/or filling in any position when needed. There is no task too big or small to take on when it's needed.
Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Create a comfortable environment for guests and staff
Ensure staff is able to deliver superior service and maximize customer satisfaction
Maintain and develop beverage program
Maintain good customer and employee relations
Demonstrate positive leadership characteristics that inspire staff to meet and exceed standards
Implement policies and protocols that will sustain future operations
Control operational costs and identify measures to cut waste
Perform opening and closing duties for the restaurant, as well as oversee service times
Hire and terminate staff as needed
Schedule, organize and supervise team
Appraise staff performance and provide feedback to improve productivity
Regularly review product quality and research new vendors
Estimate future needs for goods, utensils and cleaning products and order appropriately
Ensure compliance with sanitation and safety regulations to local, state and federal standards
Create detailed operational reports
Ensure the POS system is organized, updated and accurate
Lead on-site event organization and outreach
Represent R/W for on-site and off-site events as needed
Work with bookkeeper to maintain company records and payroll
What is offered:
Competitive salary, company provided health insurance, and goal-based incentives.
A supportive environment with the possibility for learning and growth.
The opportunity to connect with and develop relationships with the local wine, beer, spirits, and food producers that fuel the restaurant