Assistant Food & Beverage Director

The Gasparilla Inn • Boca Grande, FL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Food & Beverage has a proven track record of leadership and excellence in food & beverage operations within upscale hospitality settings. In addition to assisting the VP of Food & Beverage with overall operations, the Assistant Director will directly oversee multiple outlets within the Food & Beverage Department. The Asst. Director will play an integral part in the oversight of the Inn’s food & beverage program. The Asst. Director must be an engaged team leader & maintain a highly visible presence with members & guests. The Asst. Director is a role model for enthusiasm, energy and friendly demeanor that leads the team according to the Gasparilla Inn Mission statement and Peoples Charter.

Requirements

• Proven food & beverage management experience in the hospitality & resort sector.
• Ability to manage and inspire personnel with a passion for training team members.
• Possess dynamic interpersonal communication skills and a natural ability to positively engage a wide array of people.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, the ability to prioritize and organize multiple projects, meet deadlines, problem-solve and multi-task.
• Highly organized and possessive of a professional demeanor, a gracious attitude and demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all departments and team members.
• Have a strong sense of urgency and responsiveness, while maintaining quality and integrity of department standards.
• Flexible and adaptable management style.
• Proven ability to work within targeted budgets and goals.
• Basic first aid and CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality Business Administration or similar field.
• Experience working in front-of-house or back-of-house restaurant operations.
• Beverage / Sommelier certifications or training.
• Experience opening and/or re-opening outlets or re-branding restaurant concepts.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the Gasparilla Inn 4 Steps to Memorable Service.
• Maintain basic first aid and CPR certification.
• Thorough knowledge of property, space, capacities and amenities of The Gasparilla Inn.
• Offer effective leadership and support for managers and staff in the F&B Department.
• Recommend, monitor, and manage policies, procedures, and staffing for F&B departments.
• Work harmoniously with Executive Chef and Director of Catering and their teams.
• Run shifts as an ambassador to the Inn, ensure that guests and members are attended to in a prompt, efficient & courteous manner.
• Ensure the service team is set up for success through focused training, measurement & accountability.
• Have a highly visible and respectful presence with guests and members and have the maturity to know how to treat guests and members with a high level of service.
• Work as a floor manager during meal times, staying engaged with guests and assisting the service team.
• Acts as a liaison between the service & culinary teams to corroborate timely and appropriate communications and service.
• Works with the Vice President of Food & Beverage to ensure all goals are met in a collaborative manner with a positive attitude.
• Responsible for the overall appearance of the food & beverage outlets while ensuring the cleanliness and organization of guest facing areas.
• Assist the VP and Executive Chef with data management including dining reservations, covers and average check, menu mix, menu design and P&L.
• Clearly understands the metrics in order to attain the financial goals and objectives for the department.
• Assist the VP with monitoring payroll to align with financial forecasting & goals.
• Oversee daily pre-shift meetings with service teams, verify appropriate communications are in place.
• See to it that service team checklists are completed on a daily basis.
• Make certain that dining & bar facilities are kept clean, well-stocked & organized.
• Check the maintenance of all equipment and notify the VP of needed maintenance and repair.
• Assist with the planning, setup, execution and break down of banquets including weddings, social events & meetings.
• Oversee bartending team, verify that bars are inspected and cleaned on a daily basis.
• Assist with scheduling needs, manage supply ordering/inventory and employee timekeeping.
• Assists the VP in interviewing service team members and assigning training programs.
• Ensure health, safety, liquor consumption and all other departmental standards and procedures are adhered to by staff members.
• Make recommendations when reviewing employee performance.
• All other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager