Director of Food & Beverage Outlets at InterContinental Washington DC - The Wharf

IHG • Washington, DC

2d • $130,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Direct the food and beverage operations of the hotel to ensure the achievement
of established food and beverage quality and guest service quality standards and
departmental revenue and profit goals.  Adhere to federal, state and local
regulations concerning health, safety, or other compliance requirements, as well
as brand standards and local policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management, culinary arts, or related field plus 4+ years related experience, including management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must speak fluent English.
• Communicating with other people
• Moving about the facilities
• Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Handling food, objects, products and utensils
• Bending, stooping, kneeling
• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with others; demonstrated ability to interact with guests, employees and third parties that reflects highly on the hotel, the brand and the Company.
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when completing paperwork and management reports, interpreting results, giving and receiving instructions, and training.
• Mathematical skills, including basic math, budgeting, profit/loss concepts, percentages, and variances are utilized frequently.
• Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities are used often.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Responsibilities

• Achieve budgeted revenues, prepare monthly forecast, monitor and control food, beverage and labor costs, and maximize profitability within all areas of the food and beverage department.
• Participate in the preparation of the annual departmental operating budget and financial plans that support the overall objectives of the hotel.
• Develop, implement, and maintain local food and beverage marketing programs for the hotel; participate in and maintain system-wide food and beverage marketing programs and promotions.
• Monitor local competitors and industry trends.
• Review and approve menu design and concepts with Executive Chef.
• Adhere to brand standards.
• Ensure all staff is properly trained on quality and service standards and have the tools and equipment needed to effectively carry out their job functions.
• Recommend and initiate salary, disciplinary, or other staffing/human resources-related actions in accordance with company rules and policies.
• Alert General Manager of potentially serious issues.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments.
• Establish and achieve quality and guest satisfaction goals.
• Respond in a courteous and prompt manner to all guest questions, complaints and/or requests to ensure a high level of guest satisfaction.
• Direct the day-to-day activities and assignments of food and beverage staff, ensure proper coverage, develop and communicate departmental strategies and goals, and assign/prioritize work.
• Communicate and enforce policies and procedures with all staff.
• Establish procedures and timeframes for conducting inventory.
• Determine minimum and maximum stocks for all food, beverage, material, and equipment.
• Maintain procedures to (1) ensure the security and proper storage of food and beverage products, inventory, and equipment, (2) ensure the security of monies, credit and financial transactions, (3) replenish supplies, inventory, uniforms, etc. in a timely and efficient manner, and (4) to minimize waste and pilferage.
• Ensure that all food and beverage equipment, including but not limited to sinks, hoods, coolers, freezers, etc., are in proper operational condition and are cleaned on a regular basis.
• Ensure that all food and beverage facilities including banquet/convention space are cleaned, vacuumed, and properly stocked according to anticipated business volume.
• Notify Engineering immediately of any maintenance and repair needs.
• May recruit, evaluate, and select entertainment for food and beverage outlets and events.

Benefits

• We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life – including impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.
• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible employees.

What This Job Offers

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