Bar Manager

Le Méridien Houston Downtown•Houston, TX

About The Position

Assist in the effective management and direction of restaurant operations in accordance with established guest service and sustainability standards. The role includes supporting associates, maintaining food and service quality, ensuring safe and compliant operations, and contributing to restaurant marketing and menu development. The potential career path is Restaurant or Banquet Manager, Food and Beverage Manager, and Food and Beverage Director.

Requirements

2–5 years of restaurant experience required.
Associate degree preferred.
Ability to work a varying schedule that includes holidays, weekends, and alternate shifts.
Ability to stand for extended periods; walk, push, lift up to 50 pounds, bend and reach, and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.

Responsibilities

Interview, select, train, schedule, coach, and support associates, ensuring performance in accordance with brand or hotel standards and HHM core values.
Ensure food quality is consistent, appealing, and prepared to guest specifications.
Interact with guests to obtain feedback on service and food quality.
Ensure the restaurant complies with sanitation and safety standards for guests and associates.
Resolve guest complaints and coordinate with other department leaders to address service delivery or quality breakdowns.
Check that equipment is in working order.
Follow up on work orders to ensure facility repairs and maintenance are completed promptly.
Document inventory forecast usage and monitor supply.
Follow state, federal, and corporate requirements for serving alcoholic beverages.
Oversee serving staff to ensure liquor controls and cash-handling policies and procedures are followed.
Comply with accounting policies to ensure SOX compliance.
Participate in restaurant marketing efforts, create menu ideas, survey competition, report food trends, and assist with preparation of specials.
Follow sustainability guidelines and practices related to HHM’s EarthView program.
Practice safe work habits, wear protective safety equipment, and follow MSDS and OSHA standards.
Perform other duties as requested by management.