Assistant Director of Food and Beverage

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants•Palm Springs, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Seeking an enthusiastic candidate who will work closely with and report directly to the Director of Food & Beverage to achieve company targets and goals, provide leadership and contribute to the strategic development of the restaurants.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years' experience as a Restaurant Assistant General Manager or Assistant Director of Food and Beverage.
Level 1 Certification of Court of Master Sommelier or equivalent experience.
Food Handler and Alcohol Awareness Certification (if applicable).
Excellent skills in budgeting, expense management, inventory, payroll, labor costing, staffing, marketing, owner relations, and PL management.
Able to diplomatically deal with difficult situations and people while exhibiting a consistent level of integrity.
Able to interpret a variety of instructions and regularly exercise independent judgement and discretion about matters of significance.
Proven systems knowledge and experience with Avero/Aloha, Micros and ADP/eTime payroll or combination of these systems.
Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality, Restaurant Management, or equivalent field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Attend property meetings.
Develop and lead managers within F+B.
Understand the property's sales and public relations strategies.
Assist the Chef(s) on menu engineering such as seasonal specials.
Assist with training and communication to all staff.
Lead and coordinate the planning and execution of special events on and off property, act as representation of the property at said events.
Ensure all staff has completed all appropriate trainings and certifications that may be required.
Assist the Director of F+B with projects.
Interview, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and coach employees; address complaints and resolve issues or concerns.
Work with the restaurant team, IRD team, bar team, and banquet team.