About Common Ground
Common Ground is a regenerative hospitality company focused on providing our community and
guests with unique and authentic experiences. Established in late 2018, we are committed to
excellence in everything we do and to creating a lasting, positive impact on the environment and in
our community. Common Ground is home to a regenerative agroforest, events venue and future 140
seat restaurant (construction beginning winter, 2025). We offer a dynamic start-up environment and
the opportunity to join our company in the early stage as we scale operations on Kauai and beyond.
About the Position
Common Ground Kauai is seeking to hire an experienced Food and Beverage Manager to oversee
hospitality operations on our 63 acres property in Kilauea. Duties include managing the day-to-day
operations for our farm tours and lei workshops, working with the Common Ground Events Manager
to oversee hospitality operations for private venue rentals and Common Ground produced events
including purchasing supplies, training and supervising staff, maintaining health and safety standards,
and implementing strategies to maximize sales and profitability. The F&B Manager will report to
Common Ground’s Director of Food Systems and will work closely with the culinary team, Events
Manager and Director of Sales and Marketing.
Responsibilities
Lead the Common Ground F&B team by attracting, recruiting, training and appraising talented
personnel
Ensure all F&B operations are aligned with company values and adhere to levels of quality and
excellence.
Manage all F&B and day-to-day operations within budgeted guidelines and to the highest
standards
Preserve excellent levels of internal and external customer service
Purchase goods and work with culinary team to continuously make necessary Improvements
and realize efficiencies
Identify customers needs and respond proactively to all of their concerns
Establish targets, KPI’s, schedules, policies and procedures
Provide a two way communication and nurture an ownership environment with emphasis on
motivation and teamwork
Comply with all health and safety regulations
Report to management regarding sales results and productivity
Qualifications
Proven food and beverage management experience, preferably in a luxury hotel or fine dining
establishment.
Working knowledge of various computer software programs (MS Office, MAC iOS, restaurant
management software, POS)
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Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently
Mastery in delegating multiple tasks
Communication and leadership skills
Up to date with food and beverage trends and best practices
Ability to manage personnel and meet financial targets
Guest-oriented and service-minded
At least five years of experience in a similar role
Compensation & Benefits
The position is full time with a salary range of $85,000 - $90,000 per year based on experience and
skill level. Common Ground offers a comprehensive benefits and PTO package with full health
coverage, dental, vision, and 401K and 18 days of paid time off per year.
