Director of Food & Beverage

Schulte Hospitality Group • Annapolis, MD

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Graduate Annapolis is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Director of Food & Beverage to join our team! Schulte Hospitality Group is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude hospitality, be respectful and authentic, prioritize the needs of our internal and external stakeholders above our own, and continuously strive to make a positive impact in all we do. We are passionate hoteliers eager to add like-minded people to our rapidly growing team! This is an incredible opportunity to work in a hotel with 2 outlets and large banquet event space.

Requirements

• Minimum of High School education, post-high school education preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality/Restaurant Management or equivalent is preferred
• Prior experience as Restaurant General Manager or Director of Food & Beverage preferred.
• Food Handler and Alcohol Awareness Certifications (if applicable)
• Knowledge of alcohol serving practices and standards
• Knowledge of federal and state labor laws as well as local health and sanitation laws and regulations
• Experience in the recruiting, interviewing and hiring of restaurant, bar and culinary talent
• Experience managing Restaurant and Bars in the capacity of Assistant General Manager or higher
• Extensive passion for and an understanding of the Restaurant and Bar industry and proven track record of success

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working with a social media company preferred.
• Prio experience planning outlet activations and programming to drive revenues preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for budgeted revenues and expenses and improves profitability related to the Food & Beverage Department
• Monitors budgets in all areas of cost control with consistent focus on cost of inventory, sales, and payroll
• Increases level of guest satisfaction by delivery of an outstanding product and service
• Understands and executes all brand directives for strategic partners
• Complies with brand dictated menus and programs
• Directs the daily activities and assignments of staff, ensure appropriate coverage, develop and communicate departmental strategies and goals, and assign/prioritize work
• Directs Supervision to F&B Manager, Banquet Captain, and F&B associates.
• Provides direct oversight of the property wide Banquet and Catering operations. Collaborates with Director of Sales, Catering Manager, and Conference Service Manager to ensure successful event operations in the hotel.
• Partners with the Sales Department to review all F+B minimums and selling guidelines.
• Collaborates with Director of Sales on sales and marketing strategies
• Accountable for all Brand Standards related to Food and Beverage
• Directly leads all aspects of banquet operations including developing and maintaining managerial and captain oversight of all operations
• Reviews and approves all beverage menus and pricing in restaurant outlets and banquet/catering.
• Ensures that evaluation of food product, front-of-house employee performance, and development of product consistent with our market position.
• Develops a selection and pricing strategy for all liquors and wines, and oversees their procurement
• Ongoing maintenance of the physical asset through capital planning as required in the budget process
• Follows all Health and Safety regulations
• Interviews, hires, and trains employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and coach employees; address complaints and problem solve
• Collaborates with Executive Chef to ensure menu updates seasonally. Evaluates product mixes with Executive Chef to ensure sales are being maximized
• Conducts daily pre shifts with F&B associates and conducts daily walk thru of all F&B spaces.
• Must have a flexible schedule and willing to work on weekends, some nights, or any other shifts (excluding overnight) based on business demands.
• Prior experience working with a social media company preferred.
• Prio experience planning outlet activations and programming to drive revenues preferred.
• This role requires about 70% operational focus and 30% administrative duties.

Benefits

• Work Today, Get Paid today, with Daily Pay!
• Free Telemedicine and Virtual Mental Health care access for All Associates starting day one!
• Multiple Health Insurance and Life Insurance options
• 401k Plan + Company Match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Schulte Savings Marketplace Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships + more!

What This Job Offers

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