Assistant F&B Manager

The Assistant Food & Beverage Manager will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring guests are served in a professional and courteous manner, and providing training to line staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Daily evaluation of restaurant/banquet service performance, coordination of timely food production.
• Participates in evaluation of food products, kitchen employee performance, and development of products consistent with our market position.
• Assist the F&B Manager in building financial objectives on an annual basis through the budget process.
• Responsible for the scheduling of Food & Beverage employees, balancing the needs of the guests and property staffing ratios.
• Assist in meeting the financial targets in the sales area by executing and improving the annual marketing plan, reacting quickly to new opportunities, running consistently high operation standards, and effective utilization of marketing funds.
• Help meet the budget in all areas of cost control with a consistent focus on the cost of sales and payroll.
• Responsible for communicating with management, employee and accounting staff, identifying developed personnel and providing the necessary training as positions open.
• Must keep current with all local and state regulations concerning hourly wages, food and alcoholic beverage distribution, entertainment, safety and hotel policies/licenses.
• Responsible for extending, timely and honest evaluations of employees performance through the Check-In/Appraisal process.
• Implement and conduct ongoing training programs for new and existing management and employee staff.
• Responsible for the daily cleanliness of the restaurant both internally and externally by coordinating kitchen cleanliness and service area maintenance with the Restaurant Manager and Chef.
• Assists with implementing controls for labor or operating expenses.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and coaching employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Ensures all local laws and certifications are met and on file.
• Attend weekly meeting with other department leaders
• Additional projects and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE WE'RE SEEKING

• 2 years of management experience in upscale restaurant at luxury hotel/ resort or similar industry.
• Ability to train the team on Forbes/ AAA luxury standards.
• Strong understanding of restaurant financials, product mix and cost controls.
• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Restaurant, or Culinary Management is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, problem-solving skills, and organizational ability.
• Passion for creating and personalizing guest experiences.
• Food Handler Certification (if applicable).
• Exceptionally detail-oriented with impeccable service and presentation standards.
• This position requires a flexible schedule, must be able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Please note management reserves the right to change, modify, and/or alter any of the duties listed above to meet business demands.