Director of Food & Beverage

Job description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

Coordination of all Food and Beverage Operations; dealing with personnel development, fiscal commitments and qualitative performance for Shutters on the Beach. To perform all functions of Food and Beverage.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING REQUIRED:

Bachelor’s degree from four year college or university; or one to seven years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities.)

o Ability to satisfactorily communicate (verbal and written) in English with guests, co-workers, and management.

o Ability to read, analyze and interpret common financial reports and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquires or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Ensure all Food and Beverage presentations are prepared to the expected quality standards. Encourage proper interdepartmental communication. Complete walkthroughs of the front and heart of the house and inspect all associated areas.

Review staffing requirements relative to anticipated business.

Monitor restaurant reservations as well as catering/sales bookings.

Ensure all employees’ appearance meets our grooming standards.

Inspect the kitchen and storeroom walk-ons for quality products and proper rotation of goods. Observe the proper handling and maintenance of equipment.

Respond to operational needs and internal correspondence as it relates to the hotel and our standards.

Personnel and Staffing

· Assist in performance evaluations for managers and their assistants and the employees.

· Monitor and implement each department’s staffing guides.

· Provide individual training, personal development, counseling and opportunity for growth for managers as well as line employees.

· Monitor the selection, evaluation, discipline, training and development of all Food and Beverage employees.

· Require that all managers personally ensure consistency and fairness in discipline and evaluations, commitment to thorough training a promotion from within, and in depth interviewing for proper selection.

· Create a harmonious work environment that promotes a sense of loyalty and proprietorship while generating a positive attitude and enjoyment for the staff.

· Provide leadership throughout Food and Beverage by motivating the employees to reach beyond excellence.

Administration, Marketing, and Systems

· Follow through on all guest comments.

· Develop and implement viable marketing strategies and programs for increased sales of Food and Beverage

· Create a comforting and servicing environment to promote repeat business and heighten public awareness of our facilities.

· Provide the leadership through Food and Beverage and motivate all employees to maximize guest satisfaction while generating optimal sales and profitability.