Food and Beverage Lead

Historic Hudson Valley (HHV) is a Westchester-based cultural non-profit that welcomes visitors to five National Historic Landmarks and presents public tours, school programs, and seasonal festivals for audiences that include suburban families seeking weekend leisure activities; K-12 teachers meeting curricular objectives and their students; and a diverse array of heritage tourists.  HHV has a national reputation for groundbreaking on-site interpretation and award-winning digital content, particularly in the content areas of Northern slavery, regional women’s history, and storytelling. 

HHV is seeking an experienced Food and Beverage lead. Should have minimum two-years’ experience. The F&B lead will work closely coaching, leading, and assisting the service staff. This position reports to the Retail Manager and the Associate Director of Retail Operations. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide coaching to team members 
• Manage all F&B and day-to-day operations 
• Supervise serving staff and maintain a high level of professionalism, ensuring adherence to service standards and policies 

• Keep track of inventory, and conduct regular stock checks 
• Reinforce an exceptional climate of hospitality within the restaurant 
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and maintain a clean and tidy environment in dining areas and prep zones 
• Sanitize equipment  

 Key Requirements:

• Availability to work evenings and weekends 
• Ability to work well under pressure, be professional, efficient, detail-oriented, and courteous 
• Work in outdoor conditions  
• Solid communication, interpersonal skills, and coaching skills 

• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel) 
• Ability to stand for long periods of time 
• Strict adherence to company philosophy and company standards 
• Must be ServSafe or local Food handlers certified.

Historic Hudson Valley values representation and is committed to a workforce that exemplifies acceptance across race, gender, age, ability, religion, and identity. A sense of belonging in our workforce is an integral part of our history and culture; honoring all voices of the past and present is central to our mission and our impact.