Manager of Food & Beverage

Churchill Downs Incorporated•Richmond, VA

12d•$75,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Food & Beverage Manager oversees the successful daily operations of kitchen, restaurant, concessions, and bar outlets throughout the property. Colonial Downs Group (CDG) is owned and operated by Churchill Downs Incorporated and consists of several different brands across Virginia: Colonial Downs Racetrack, Rosie’s Gaming Emporium, Rosie’s Game Room, Virginia Horseplay, Roseshire Gaming Parlor and The Rose Gaming Resort. CDG is an inclusive and fun place to work. We celebrate unique approaches and points of view. We believe diversity is a mindset that drives excellence. We’re always learning, evolving, and growing. We innovate through mutual respect of ideas and collaboration. This allows us to build a common language that inspires our team members and propels us toward the achievement of our vision.

Requirements

Demonstrated management and leadership skills in food & beverage operational effectiveness.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent guest service and interpersonal skills.
Conflict resolution and mediation skills.
Strong and accurate money handling skills.
Ability to work under stress in a fast-paced environment.
Digital literacy in computer programs relating to the Food & Beverage department.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Five to seven years of progressive experience in food & beverage or related field.
Must obtain and maintain Serv-Safe certification.
Must obtain and maintain a valid racing license.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of menu development, costing, labor management, food trends and services as well as overall restaurant operations preferred.
Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Conducts processes for the hiring, training, development and efficient management of the Food & Beverage staff.
Plans and organizes workloads and staff assignments as well as trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned staff.
Maintains department standards, guidelines, and objectives, and oversees other administrative processes, such as development, staffing, and payroll.
Enforces all Food & Beverage policies and procedures; suggests new and improved methods, procedures, and menu items.
Responsible for maintaining adherence to budget; prepares data for the department operating budgets and acts on budget variance items.
Delegates duties and responsibilities to food & beverage personnel based on operational needs to ensure adequate coverage.
Works with food & beverage leadership team to ensure the accuracy of all menus (food & drink) and updating the POS system as required.
Communicates effectively with suppliers regarding product specifications to identify departmental needs for items and services while adhering to cost control procedures.
Utilizes knowledge of purchasing methods and procedures, such as open market purchasing and negotiating techniques, to order and maintain inventory.
Reviews daily invoices for accuracy and keeps up with the checkbooks.
Reviews monthly inventory and usage reports to be submitted to the accounting department.
Coordinates with Human Resources on personnel issues as needed.
Develops the food & beverage supervisors with work schedules, personnel issues, and food & beverage ordering and par levels.
Maintains and enforces compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standards.
Performs other related duties as assigned.