Director of Food & Beverage

Origin Hotel Atlanta • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The Director of Food and Beverage at Origin Hotel Atlanta is responsible for overseeing the food and beverage department, ensuring profitability, high-quality products, and exceptional service levels. This role involves generating business ideas, maintaining budgets, and fostering a positive work environment to minimize turnover while delivering top-notch service in a fine dining setting.

Requirements

• College degree and five years of related experience in a food and beverage capacity.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Complete understanding of NOI profitability and budget goals.
• Knowledge of F&B preparation techniques, state health department rules and regulations, and state liquor laws and regulations.
• Computer skills required - experience with Hotel information systems preferred.
• Excellent guest services skills.
• Strong and effective interpersonal skills including the ability to listen well and demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor industry trends and take appropriate action to maintain a competitive and profitable operation, including updating beverage lists and menu items as necessary.
• Prepare the F&B budget and monitor department performance accordingly.
• Work with the General Manager and keep informed of F&B issues as they arise.
• Coordinate and monitor all phases of loss prevention in the F&B department, conduct monthly inventories, and research any cost variances to budget.
• Comply with all local liquor laws, and health and sanitation regulations.
• Interview candidates for front-of-house F&B positions and follow standards for hiring approvals.
• Conduct daily shift meetings, monthly departmental meetings, and ensure ongoing guest service training and compliance of SOPs and personal appearance standards.
• Conduct and/or attend all required meetings, including pre-event and post-event meetings.
• Provide employees with the training, tools, and environment they need to deliver an exceptional fine dining experience.
• Develop and implement strategies and practices that support employee engagement.
• Maintain product consistency by conducting inspections of seasonings, portions, and appearance of food.
• Prepare and submit required reports in a timely manner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree