F&B Director

Vinings Galleria•Atlanta, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Food & Beverage Director works closely with the Executive Management Team to oversee Restaurant, Bar, & Banquet functions within the hotel to ensure we maintain high standards of food and beverage quality and service. Including running a profitable business by managing food & beverage cost, inventory and labor.

Requirements

Must be willing to work long hours and sometimes unpredictable hours which may include nights, weekends, and holidays
At least 2 years of food & beverage management experience is required.
Basic computer skills is required.
Must be able to communicate professionally in English, both written and verbal.
Active Food Handler’s certificate.

Nice To Haves

Culinary background is highly preferred
Ability to lift up to 50lbs plus stand, walk and move around during majority of the day
Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality or Hotel & Restaurant Management is preferred
Previous experience in supervising food & beverage team in a full-service boutique or luxury hotel environment is preferred
Prior experience using Microsoft Office and knowledge of standard restaurant and bar operations technology including Silvareware and Open Table is preferred
Conversational abilities in Spanish also desired

Responsibilities

Responsible for event management, food and beverage day-to-day functions, including staff, Kitchen Management, guest interactions, office administration duties, vendor communications, and labor costs
Oversee the management of staff and partner with HR to help resolve employee relations issues
Ensure that operational standards are met in regards to sanitation codes and laws, food storage, and loss prevention
Responsible for the management of all aspects of the restaurant, kitchen, dining room and function rooms
Work closely with Human Resources to assist with recruiting, training, and performance management
Motivates the staff to ensure that guest receives excellent services
Directs, implements and maintains great service to guests
Supervising cash handling procedures
Finding training opportunities through daily activities
Inspire the staff to look at job responsibilities through the guests’ perspectives
Communicate and collaborate with other hotel departments including Sales, Restaurants, Catering, etc. to ensure seamless guest service and creative solutions to venue and event opportunities
Solicit local group Food & Beverage business; maintain the services and reputation of the Hotel and act as a management representative to group clients
Work with Area Hotel Manager on Marketing, Menu, costing and labor for all F&B outlets.
Management of inventory and labor cost controls.