Director of Food & Beverage

Makeready LLC•Savannah, GA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Alida Harper Fowlkes was a celebrated entrepreneur within the city. We celebrate the Alidas of our time - the self-made artisans who cultivate Savannah's contemporary spirit - within the walls of our 173 room hotel. The Alida joins modern life with timeless Southern charm on Savannah's revitalized riverfront. The essence of Southern hospitality. This individual is not afraid of trying the now, the new and the next in taste and sip. They thrive in knowing what works, what could and what might. They are responsible for creating and curating the individualistic nature of each of the food and beverage experiences, while also being mindful that guests want to come to a place that they either might know or not, but one they will never forget. They promise to work to maximize revenue and be a true leader to all.

Requirements

Prior experience as a Food & Beverage Director highly preferred.
Excellent eye for detail and organization.
A true "customer first" attitude that they extend to their entire team.
An ability to inspire and mentor their team.
An innovative mindset and a passion for what is new and next.

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain all aspects of the food and beverage planning and service.
Work with the culinary staff related to menu planning, preparation and presentation.
Maintain the operational budget; monitor costs and inventory as needed.
Prioritize safety.
Create marketing and sales promotions to drive revenue growth.
Oversee and mentor the Food & Beverage team.