Director of Food & Beverage South Coast Winery Resort & Spa

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Nestled in the heart of Temecula Wine County, South Coast Winey Resort & Spa and Carter Estate Winey and Resort are premier destinations that combine 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 experience 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 Manger to align offerings with brand identity and seasonal programming.

Qualifications :

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in luxury hospitality or resort environment.
• Deep knowledge of food, wine, and service excellence in both restaurant and banquet setting.
• Proven experience managing P&L and driving financial results
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, coach, and develop high-performing team.
• Exceptional communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in winery or wine country setting preferred
• Degree in Hospitality Management or related field a plus.

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.