Assistant Director of Food and Beverage

Marriott International • Orlando, FL

482d • $120,000 - $152,000

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Food and Beverage provides leadership and direction to all Food and Beverage outlets and staff, including restaurants, in-room dining, and beverage services. This role involves managing daily activities, monitoring performance, ensuring compliance with operational policies, and assisting in strategic planning for the Food and Beverage division.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.
• OR a 2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and direction to all Food and Beverage outlets and staff including Restaurants, In Room Dining, Café Services and Beverage outlets.
• Manages the daily activities and monitors the performance of the Food and Beverage management and service teams.
• Verifies that all outlet operational policies and procedures are maintained throughout the outlets.
• Verifies that Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and regional Alcoholic Beverage Commissions guidelines are maintained.
• Assists the Director of Food and Beverage (F&B) in developing and managing the strategic plan for the Food and Beverage division including budget administration, forecasting, inventory and cost control.
• Manages the development of the Food and Beverage outlet management team.
• Manages and creates Food and Beverage marketing and promotional opportunities for the outlets to draw clientele from the local market.
• Monitors the status and progress of each outlet and maintains consistency in all areas of Food and Beverage operations.
• Researches market trends and concepts to recommend appropriate products, services and operational changes necessary to maintain guest satisfaction.
• Maintains and demonstrates strong knowledge of food and beverage trends within the hospitality industry.
• Verifies that all Food and Beverage outlet teams are properly trained in sanitation, food safety, and customer service.
• Interviews, selects and trains employees.
• Appraises employee's productivity and efficiency for recommending promotions or other changes in status.
• Manages the performance of the Exhibit Hall team including annual performance evaluations, career planning and training requirements.
• Monitors employee attendance and records absences/tardiness.
• Helps direct supervisors to achieve their own development goals.
• Conducts annual performance appraisal with direct reports according to Standard Operating Procedures.

Benefits

• Bonus program
• Comprehensive health care benefits
• 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match
• Employee stock purchase plan at 15% discount
• Accrued paid time off (including sick leave where applicable)
• Life insurance
• Group disability insurance
• Travel discounts
• Adoption assistance
• Paid parental leave
• Health savings account (except for positions based out of or performed in Hawaii)
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition assistance
• Pre-tax commuter benefits
• Other life and work wellness benefits
• Stock awards and deferred compensation plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Accommodation
• Education Level: High school or GED