Food & Beverage Director

Oak View Group • Palm Beach Gardens, FL

285d • $90,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The main role of the F&B Director is to ensure seamless coordination of all Food and Beverage activities to surpass client expectations, while attaining revenue and profit goals for the venue. Key indicators of success for the F&B Director include increased customer patronage and revenue generation, decreased attrition rates, adherence to quality standards in service, production, cleanliness, and safety, fostering positive employee relations and facilitating staff growth, all reflected in the growth of net revenues from operations. Additionally, the F&B Director is accountable for directing, developing, and training all service staff to uphold exceptional service standards. This role will pay an annual salary of $90,000-$95,000 and is bonus eligible.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree (A.A.) or greater in Culinary Management, Business Management, or related field.
• Five plus (5+) years' experience in Food & Beverage Management, or related experience.
• Degree requirement may be substituted for five or more years' experience in Food & Beverage Management or related position.
• Experience with kitchen operations and culinary experience required.
• Experience training new employees and volunteers.
• Advanced knowledge of inventory procedures and controls.
• Experience ordering product for a high-volume venue or facility.
• Ability to communicate with employees, co-workers, volunteers, management staff and guests in a clear, professional and courteous manner which fosters a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative work environment.
• Bilingual (English/ Spanish a plus).
• Ability to make sound business/operations decisions quickly and under pressure.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented, fast-paced, event-driven environment.
• Possess thorough working knowledge of all applicable sanitation requirements, food preparation guidelines, alcohol service policies, safety standards, etc.
• Ability to calculate basic math functions as they relate to POS cash/credit transactions, cash reconciliation and product inventory.
• Ability to consistently adhere to the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, ethics and confidentiality.
• Work a flexible schedule including early mornings, days, evenings, overnight, weekends, holidays, extended workdays and extended numbers of days as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint and MS SharePoint, MS Teams and MS Outlook), POS systems, and payroll timekeeping system.
• Valid Florida Driver's License.
• Nationally recognized food service sanitation training course certification preferred.
• Nationally recognized alcohol service training course certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation of meals for all events.
• Responsible for the overall daily operation of all food and beverage areas and services.
• Responsible for managing, developing and mentoring staff, including initiating employee discipline as required.
• Responsible for completing documentation of employee performance and attendance issues in accordance with company policy and practice.
• Ensure proper set-up of all locations prior to events.
• Provide a high level of oversight and operational expertise resulting in the smooth, efficient and profitable execution of events.
• Ability to oversee a large volume of inventory, order products, and manage high volume sales.
• Responsible for ensuring that budgeted food percentages are achieved through effective control measures including portion controls, kitchen timings, food inventory rotation measures, receiving and food storage procedures, inventory controls, effective purchasing procedures, kitchen security procedures and waste control.
• Ensures that the purchasing and preparation of all food products meet OVG' standards of quality and consistency.
• Responsible for the development of menus, ensuring quality, consistency and style of concept are maintained.
• Monitors production of food preparation ensuring recipe specifications, portion controls and kitchen timings are met.
• Monitors all food served relative to appearance, temperature, sanitary and quality standards.
• Coordinates the storage, maintenance and repair of all kitchen equipment to ensure operational readiness.
• Develops menus, recipes, cost controls, and portion sizes.
• Works with vendors in developing products needs ensuring product is on hand for events and inventory control and purchasing practices are in place.
• Training new & current employees regarding property procedure & best practices.
• Willing to cover / back-up any open position to assure the location is fully operational and company standards pertaining to speed of service and guest satisfaction are met.
• Complete post-event evaluations, data compilation, tracking of monetary and product shortages, generating reports; serves as a resource for POS applications and training.
• Ensure the work environment is safe and free from harassment or discrimination; immediately address all safety concerns, potential hazards, accidents or incidents.
• Relays safety/health issues to management immediately.
• Ensure event staff and volunteers are aware of workplace expectations; provide on-going assistance, training and mentoring to event staff and volunteers; promote a positive, enthusiastic and cooperative workplace environment by working side-by-side with staff and volunteers; reinforce procedures and practices through repetition; lead by example and provide on-going constructive feedback.
• Ability to obtain working knowledge of all existing locations: geographical locations, equipment, evacuation procedures, adjacent employee and guest areas and facility access.
• Participate in the development and administration of the Operations budget; forecast of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments as necessary.
• Order supplies and materials for foodservice programs within budget guidelines; receive and maintain supplies, linens and foodservice goods.
• Review and ensure compliance with Alcohol and Food Safety Guidelines.
• Maintain hazardous materials communication program, material safety data sheets and required records and permits; maintain knowledge of changes in pertinent Federal, State and Local regulations.
• Develop and maintain an accurate record keeping system, including equipment maintenance and inventory logs.
• Any other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Associate degree