Food & Beverage Director - Waterstone Resort, a Curio Collection by Hilton

We are seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Director of Food & Beverage to join our team! There is something new coming to the Waterstone Resort & Marina, Curio Collection by Hilton property in Boca Raton, FL.  Currently under construction, a new signature Japanese restaurant will be on the ground floor overlooking Boca Lake at the Boca Raton Inlet.  This is a collaboration between Chicago's celebrated Chefs Jonathan Fox & Takashi Yagihashi to bring a new dining experience to Boca Raton - come and take the journey with us.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for budgeted revenues and expenses and improves profitability related to the Food & Beverage Department 
• Monitors budgets in all areas of cost control with consistent focus on cost of inventory, sales, and payroll 
• Increases level of guest satisfaction by delivery of an outstanding product and service 
• Understands and executes all brand directives for strategic partners 
• Complies with brand dictated menus and programs 
• Directs the daily activities and assignments of staff, ensure appropriate coverage, develop and communicate departmental strategies and goals, and assign/prioritize work 
• Directs Supervision to the Executive Chef to provide excellent quality and presentation of all food to the guests 
• Provides direct oversight of the property wide Banquet and Catering options 
• Partners with the Sales Department to review all F B minimums and selling guidelines.  
• Collaborates with Director of Sales on sales and marketing strategies 
• Accountable for all Brand Standards related to Food and Beverage 
• Directly leads all aspects of banquet operations including developing and maintaining managerial and captain oversight of all operations 
• Reviews and approve all menus and pricing in restaurant outlets and banquet/catering.  
• Ensures that evaluation of food product, front-of-house employee performance, and development of product consistent with our market position.  
• Develops a selection and pricing strategy for all liquors and wines, and supervise their procurement 
• Ongoing maintenance of the physical asset through capital planning as required in the budget process 
• Follows all Health and Safety regulations 
• Interviews, hires, and trains employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and coach employees; address complaints and problem solve 
• Other duties as assigned 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of High School education, post-high school education preferred 
• Bachelors Degree in Hospitality/Restaurant Management or equivalent is preferred 
• Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Restaurant General Manager or Director of Food & Beverage 
• Food Handler Manager and Alcohol Awareness Certifications for the State of Florida 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of alcohol serving practices and standards   
• Knowledge of federal and state labor laws as well as local health and sanitation laws and regulations   
• Experience in the recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of restaurant, bar and culinary talent 
• Experience managing Restaurant and Bars in the capacity of Assistant General Manager or higher 
• Extensive passion for and an understanding of the Restaurant and Bar industry and proven track record of success 
• Leadership and supervisory practices and skills; effective verbal and written communication skills   
• Team player   
• Ability to exceed expectations of guests   
• Problem solving, decision-making and conflict-resolution skills   

What's in it for you? You'll be part of a team committed to an inclusive, employee-focused workplace that is invested in your development. We want you to feel engaged, empowered, and excited to grow with us. After all, we believe our greatest and most valuable asset is our people! We provide a rewarding, fun and flexible work environment, exciting perks, an atmosphere designed to encourage and promote career growth within the company and a robust benefit package including, but not limited to:

Multiple Health Insurance and Life Insurance options

Paid Time Off

Free Employee Meal Daily

Free On-Site Parking

*The hiring process may consist of a phone interview, manager(s) interview, drug screen, background check, reference checks, and potential employment assessment. This job description is only intended to provide a general description of the benefits and compensation applicable to this position. Paid Time Off (PTO) is available for eligible associates in accordance with the Company's Paid Time Off policy. Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process.

*We are an Equal Opportunity Employer*