Food & Beverage Manager

Under Canvas•South Haven, MI

16h•Onsite

About The Position

This is a unique opportunity to work outdoors close to some of the country’s most popular national parks. The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for all onsite food & beverage operations including, but not limited to, restaurant, bar, micro-market, and specialty coffee. The F&B Manager will forecast, plan, and manage all F&B orders, supervise team members, and track and oversee departmental finances. The goals of the Food & Beverage Manager are to maximize sales and revenue, drive guest satisfaction, and create high levels of employee engagement. The Food and Beverage Manager may serve as a Manager on Duty for the property and should be willing to learn and support all aspects of overall hospitality operation.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED or equivalent work experience
2+ years of Food & Beverage Management experience in a fast-paced, results-driven environment, preferably in hotels or hospitality
Knowledge of federal food safety standards and current Food Safety Manager certification required
Track record of managing profitability through proper staffing, effective control of food, beverage, and labor costs and achieving budgeted targets
Able to consistently interact with a friendly, enthusiastic, positive attitude with guests and team members
Willingness to assist in all roles to support the operation and supporting property General Manager– Ex: working the line, processing guest transactions, work as MOD for property
Willingness to learn and embrace company policies, practices and procedures, including emergency and safety procedures
Willingness to travel to support in Task Force Roles as needed
This position requires the individual to wear and work in personal protective equipment, when applicable.
This position requires that the individual is able to lift a minimum of 45lbs independently.
Physical demands associated with this position include extensive walking, standing, bending, twisting, lifting, and maneuvering in an outdoor environment on uneven surfaces.
Ability to work in extreme weather conditions including but not limited to heat, cold, rain, snow, humidity, and wind.
This position is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check and/or motor vehicle records check, if requested by Under Canvas.

Nice To Haves

Previous culinary experience preferred

Responsibilities

Contribute to the development of the food and beverage menus
Ensure all team members have required certifications for food and alcohol handling
Able to travel for task force work at another location when requested
Face challenges with resourcefulness and positive attitude
Think critically to respond and react quickly to ever changing situations on property
Establish and clearly communicate goals and expectations using strong interpersonal skills
Professional in all internal and external communications
Possess confidence in making decisions for health of the operation
Resolve guest and team member issues quickly and efficiently
Interview, hire, and execute performance reviews, coaching, and corrective action documents for team members
Identify opportunities and create action plans to enhance and optimize food and beverage operation
Able to run the department and work independently with minimal oversight
Establish and maintain relationships with local businesses, vendors, and communities
Be growth oriented
Evaluate, develop, and report on NPS and eNPS action plans
Monitor financial performance to drive business decisions
Set and deliver on goals which support company-wide goals in finance, guest satisfaction, and team member engagement
Lead and support team members in individual growth and career advancement plans to contribute to our internal leadership pipeline
Create positive work environment that is guest-focused
Ensure that all camp-level SOPs and expectations are implemented, updated, and maintained
Collaborate with other members of camp management and the corporate team
Prioritize tasks effectively
Participate in camp level and company-wide meetings
Submit high quality work products in a timely manner
Promote company sustainability initiatives
Other duties as assigned