Director of Restaurants (Salary)

Mauna Kea Resorts • Waimea, HI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Restaurants is responsible for the operations of the Westin Hapuna Beach Resort's restaurant and outlet operations. The primary objective is to ensure the satisfaction of guests, club members, team members, ownership, and the brand. This role is responsible for beverage menu development, cost of sales, and overall performance. The Director will assist in preparing the annual operation and CIP budget for the F&B divisions and ensure adequate staffing within budgeting constraints to meet operational needs and maximize guest service. The Director will also assume the responsibilities of the Director of Food and Beverage in their absence.

Requirements

• 4-year college or equivalent in related work experience
• Minimum 6 years related work experience
• Skills to effectively supervise and manage the department and meet goals
• Department of Health TB Clearance.
• Proficient in the use of a computer and with the resort’s word, spreadsheet and other required software.
• Telephone
• Various office equipment including but not limited to calculators, photocopiers and facsimile machines.
• Able to prioritize and organize workload to ensure deadlines is met.
• Able to manage stressful and challenging situations.
• Observant of employees in the workplace, evaluate their performance and productivity, determine areas of concern, training needs, and ability to advance in the resort.
• Able to stand and walk the hotel and check all food and beverage venues and private functions.
• Sit at a desk to do administrative functions
• Lift and carry up to 10 lbs.
• Able to communicate verbally and in writing to employees, managers, vendors, and guests.
• Able to communicate over the phone.
• Able to write memos, procedures, and policies.

Nice To Haves

• Liquor Commission Manager’s Card preferred, or acquired within 30 days after hire

Responsibilities

• Ensure resort restaurant and beverage operations meet established standards for service, ambiance, and overall guest satisfaction.
• Develop, implement, and maintain department standards and procedures.
• Take lead role in developing ongoing training to support brand standard audits and brand programs.
• Develop and maintain vibrant and profitable mixology and wine programs across the hotel, incorporating team member development, dynamic menus, and industry partnerships.
• Responsible for outlet and Beverage department labor costs and operating expenses.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual restaurant operating and CIP budgets.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly revenue forecasts.
• Review monthly financial statements, research missed targets, track results of department initiatives, and review with department leadership (revenue, cost of sales, labor, other expenses, and profitability).
• Promote and lead collaboration between properties, departments including 3rd party vendors.
• Maintain strong relationships between F&B FOH & Culinary/Stewarding as well as all other departments within the resort.
• Manage the department following company policies, procedures, and terms and conditions of the CBA.
• Ensure safety training and standards are maintained.
• Support and promote safe working conditions and environment to align with company safety goals.
• Hire, train, supervise, evaluate, and counsel team members and leadership.
• Create and maintain a positive workplace culture.
• Using competitive analyses and industry trends, propose and lead changes in restaurant menus, service, marketing, and events to develop and maintain status as an industry leader.
• Assist in marketing the resort’s food and beverage outlets to increase sales volume and improve the resort’s status within the community.
• Assist in monitoring, assessing, and directing outlet leadership performance, and serving as a mentor for the development of those under his/her direction.
• Respond to guest and employee concerns in a timely manner.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or required.
• Conduct regular department meetings.
• Attend resort management meetings.
• Assist in restaurants as needed.
• Relieve other food and beverage managers as needed.
• Assist in divisional payroll review and approval when needed.

What This Job Offers

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