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The Director of Food and Beverage is responsible for maintaining a profitable department with high-quality products and exceptional service levels. The Director of Food and Beverage is expected to generate ideas to promote business, foster a positive work environment with low turnover, maintain revenue and payroll budgets, and meet budgeted productivity while delivering the highest levels of service in a fine dining atmosphere.
Job Responsibility:
Monitor industry trends, take appropriate action to maintain a competitive and profitable operation, including updating beverage lists and menu items as necessary
Prepare the F&B budget and monitor department performance accordingly
Work with the General Manager and keep informed of F&B issues as they arise
Coordinate and monitor all phases of loss prevention in the F&B department, conduct monthly inventories, and research any cost variances to budget
Comply with all local liquor laws, and health and sanitation regulations
Interview candidates for front-of-house F&B positions and follow standards for hiring approvals
Conduct daily shift meetings, monthly departmental meetings, and ensure on-going guest service training and compliance of SOP's and personal appearance standards
Conduct and/or attend all required meetings, including pre-event and post-event meetings
Provide employees with the training, tools, and environment they need to deliver an exceptional fine dining experience
Develop and implement strategies and practices that support employee engagement
Maintain product consistency by conducting inspections of seasonings, portions, and appearance of food
Prepare and submit required reports in a timely manner
Requirements:
College degree and five years of related experience in a food and beverage capacity
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Complete understanding of NOI profitability and budget goals
Knowledge of F&B preparation techniques, state health department rules and regulations, and state liquor laws and regulations
Computer skills required - experience with Hotel information systems preferred
Excellent guest services skills
Strong and effective interpersonal skills including the ability to listen well and demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for individual needs