Senior Manager, Hospitality and Events

Company: Constellation Brands
Location: Napa
Posted on: November 8, 2024

Job Description:

Senior Manager, Hospitality and EventsCompany SummaryASPIRA, Fine Wine & Craft Spirits, is a collection of the most acclaimed wine and spirit brands within the Constellation Brands portfolio. ASPIRA is driven by talented winemakers, distillers, storytellers, and purveyors who are relentlessly focused on creating exceptional luxury experiences.The ASPIRA Fine Wines & Craft Spirits portfolio includes Robert Mondavi Winery, Schrader Cellars, To Kalon Vineyard Company, Booker Vineyard, Mount Veeder Winery, Lingua Franca Winery, and others.These award-winning brands and the passionate and talented people behind them create the world's best wines and spirits at the nexus of art and science, where creativity and dedication meet unparalleled vineyards, grain sources, and state-of-the-art facilities around the world, from Napa Valley to Tuscany, Nashville to Tequila, Mexico. With respect for the icons who started it all, stewardship of the land and the boldness to do things differently, ASPIRA delivers unrivaled brands and experiences.Position SummaryThe Senior Hospitality and Events Manager is responsible for the management and execution of all Hospitality and Events at Robert Mondavi Winery and the To Kalon Collective. This position also oversees the hospitality and events teams at Robert Mondavi Winery while providing guidance and direction in a manner consistent with the image, style, and values of Robert Mondavi Winery.Key Responsibilities

• Develop the trade Hospitality budget and ensure adherence to budgets across departments.
• Drive innovative and strategic guest programming that surprises, delights, and educates.
• Align trade hospitality team to be best in class alongside affiliated brand, sales, and PR teams.
• Manage staff in developing world-class visitor programming and implement practices that maximize onsite conversions.
• Review monthly reports related to the business and annual budget and process monthly billing.
• Develop and execute strategic business plans to drive sales and profits.
• Manage the development and execution of special winery programs and various paid programs/events.
• Manage protocol and procedures for winery service, events, and trade including staffing logistics.
• Manage outreach plan that drives traffic to the winery.
• Manage the selling and marketing of paid events.
• Manage maintenance of winery event facilities and equipment.
• Assure the Hospitality environments are clean, safe, and always maintain the highest level of appearance.
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with Brand GM, Facilities GM, HR manager, and Finance manager.
• Demonstrate training and mentoring skills to successfully lead a large team on delivering a world-class consumer experience.
• Manage departmental/property reporting functions including staff scheduling and payroll.
• Align with and support Brand Marketing initiatives and collaborate on annual programmed events.
• Manage and motivate VC staff, delivering wine club sign-ups, revenue, and operating profit to plan.Knowledge and Skills:
  • Must have excellent attention to detail and follow-through.
  • Knowledge of and passion for wine and culinary arts as well as providing world-class guest experiences.
  • Experience with building and managing department budgets and financial reporting.
  • Must be organized and possess strong project management skills.
  • Knowledge of wine and food service standards of customer service.
  • Experience with educational program design preferred.
  • Intermediate to advanced PC skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Education/Experience:
    • At least 10 years' experience in a luxury hospitality operation with management expertise.
    • WSET II or Introductory Certification from the Court of Master Sommelier preferred.
    • Bachelor's Degree, preferably in food service management or hospitality.Preferred Qualifications:
      • TIPS certified.
      • Food Service Manager certified.
      • Experience in hotel or restaurant work.Physical Requirements/Work Environment:
        • Ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time.
        • Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
        • Must have a California driver's license.
        • Must be available to work a flexible schedule including some nights, weekends, and holidays.
        • Travel among winery properties as needed.
        • Must be 21 years of age and possess a valid driver's license.Location: Napa, CaliforniaEmployment Type: Full timeSalary Range: $95,900.00 - $146,900.00This is the lowest to highest salary we believe we would pay for this position at the time of this posting. Ultimately, we may pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future.Equal Opportunity:Constellation Brands is committed to a continuous Equal Employment Opportunity program. All individuals have equal employment opportunities with Constellation Brands regardless of sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions.Note: No amount of salary is considered earned until that amount is earned, accrued, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation assigned to a specific employee is at the sole discretion of the company, in accordance with the law.
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