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Director of Service
- City Winery (Chicago, IL)
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_A rare opportunity to join theCity 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 Summary
The
Service Director actively participates in service and oversees all
front-of-house operations and provides support to the General Manager and
serves as secondary leader for the property. This role develops practices and
works alongside department heads to drive initiatives to drive top line sales
and while controlling expenses and COGS to protect bottom line margins. This
individual oversees and develops the operations management team and oversees
the hiring of all service staff while ensuring proper training on all aspects
of our company culture and service responsibilities.
Why us?
• Competitive pay
• We are a rapidly expanding
national entertainment and hospitality company, offering tremendous
opportunities for driven and ambitious individuals.
• Medical, Dental, Vision
Insurance
• nDORFins 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 Insurance
• Amazing discounts, 50% OFF
all dining/retail wine
• Free Family Meal
• Tickets to available shows
And
more!
Overview of Responsibilities
General Management & FOH Service Responsibilities
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Assist in oversight and management of all aspects of
property and associated internal departments
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Ensure successful execution of all shows, events and
daily activity. Oversee ownership of all operating spaces within both
locations.
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Review and sign off on weekly FOH team schedules.
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Oversee the management of Open Table and reservation confirmations
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Collaborate with the GM to address social media
comments related to service issues
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Manage pre-shift messaging and oversee EOD notes as
related to daily operations with approval from the GM
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Develop staff sales incentives programs and
communicate through all FOH managers and supervisors
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Field all service complaints: prepare a reply to the
guest and send with a final sign off from the GM
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Practice a consistent survey of the facility to ensure
the staff, artists, and guests have everything they need to have a positive
experience
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Assure all marketing materials are present in check
presenters, on tables, slideshow and throughout the space and in line with
national initiatives.
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Maintain a healthy working relationship between FOH
and BOH and address any opportunities with operational departments in the
weekly BEO / Management Meeting.
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Collaborate with the events department to review the
upcoming months in the calendar and discuss programming ideas for any holes in
the schedule
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Coordinate operational details for Public Events
amongst all appropriate departments.
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Maintain a monthly staff meeting to celebrate the
staff and ensure good inter-departmental communication: employee of the month,
new policies or changes, menu items, new hires, etc.
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Address ongoing facilities issues and maintenance
needs.
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Manage pre-service meeting agendas, with approval from
the GM: shift notes, F&B training, policies & procedures.
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Uphold City Winery Hospitality service standards
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Perform all other related functions, projects,
initiatives as per business need
Leadership
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Foster positive Company culture, build morale, and
create on-going positive work environment and maintain a productive and
professional workforce
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Direct and oversee proper and continued training of
staff in all departments with approval from the GM
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Interview, select, train, supervise, counsel, and
monitor performance of staff
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Conduct disciplinary action as needed, including
termination, when necessary, in partnership with HR and with approval from the
GM and in accordance with Company policies and guidelines
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Conduct staff meetings regularly to ensure effective
and clear communication including management meetings, BEO meetings
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Ensure safe working environment in all areas
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Ensure proper and timely reporting of all incidents,
injuries, accidents through proper channels
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Approve of all new hires, with senior leadership
partnership when required, set fair wages consistently, and ensure all hires
and properly onboarded and given tools to succeed
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Handle personnel issues in partnership with Human
Resources when needed, with approval from the General Manager
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Clearly communicate and train staff on company
updates, policy changes, and initiatives in a timely manner
Administration
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Monitor department scheduling and adjusting as
necessary to ensure operational success
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Ensure proper completion of administrative tasks
including trackers, financial-related reports, personnel forms including PAFs,
CAFs, injury reports, and other necessary admin tasks.
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Oversee and approve accurate payroll administration
and processing with approval from the General Manager
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Ensure communication to personnel regarding benefits
timelines and proper administration, in partnership with Human Resources with
approval from the General Manager
Minimum Qualifications
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Minimum 5 years’ experience in multi-faceted, high-volume
restaurant, venue and/or equivalent relevant experience
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Proven leadership skills and commitment to excellence
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Proven financial and business acumen; analytical skills, and
ability to meet and exceed set budgets
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Unparalleled passion for hospitality, food, wine, and music
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Ability to successfully multi-task, delegate, and manage several
projects at once in high-pressure, fast paced environment
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Ability to respectfully mentor, train, develop, and hold teams
accountable to expectations
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Must be detail oriented, strong execution skills
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Functional working knowledge of health department and all other
related regulations
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Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills both written
and verbal
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Strong culinary and wine knowledge
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Must be fluently literate in English including ability to read,
write, and communicate, conduct business related mathematics and analyze data
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Must have proficient computer and technological skills
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Ability to perform physical requirements of position including
standing and walking for extended periods of time, bending, pushing, pulling,
lifting and carrying loads of up to 50 pounds, per business need
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Able and willing to work flexible scheduling including days,
nights, weekends, and holidays
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Able to travel and attend business-related meetings and trips
About Us
Wine, 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 equalopportunity employer and value diversity at City Winery. We do not discriminateon the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexualorientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.Additionally, City Winery participates in the E-Verify Program in certainlocations, as required by law.
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