Assistant Food & Beverage Director

Property Description

The Historic Davenport Hotel, Autograph Collection is a prestigious, iconic hotel located in Spokane, Washington, offering exciting job opportunities for hospitality professionals seeking to be part of a historic and renowned team. Joining our team means becoming part of a renowned hospitality brand known for its commitment to exceptional guest service and unmatched elegance. The hotel boasts a rich history, stunning architecture, and luxurious amenities, making it a sought-after destination for both business and leisure travelers. As a team member, you will have the opportunity to work in a unique and historic environment, providing outstanding service to guests from all over the world. The Historic Davenport Hotel values professional growth and development, offering opportunities for advancement within the organization. Join our team and be part of a rewarding and fulfilling career in the hospitality industry, where your skills and dedication will be recognized and rewarded in a truly special setting.

Overview

The Assistant Food & Beverage Director is responsible for overseeing the operation of all food and beverage outlets at full service property. Planning, organizing, coordinating and controlling of operational outlet functions. The role will be responsible to coordinate the activities of the food and beverage staff to deliver quality product and service to all guests. Also responsible for interviewing, selecting and training food and beverage outlet associates for an efficient operation. Will also organize and conduct pre-shift and departmental meetings, and schedule and direct the team in their work assignments. Also responsible for verifying payroll hours and tip calculation on a weekly basis

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree or minimum 2 years experience in food and beverage management.

· Ability to interpret financial and operational data into operational plan.

· Prefer 2 years banquet management experience.

· Requires computer skills.

· Time management skills.

· Negotiation skills.

· Ability to manage according to employment laws of jurisdiction.

· Read, write and speak English fluently.

· College level reasoning, math, computer and language skills.

· Ability to train employees in alcohol intervention, food handling, and sanitation.

· Food/Beverage Service Worker Permit, where applicable.

· Ability to communicate effectively with the public and other employees.

· Meet minimum age requirement of jurisdiction.

· No employee will pose a direct threat to the health/safety of self or others.

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.   A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.

Salary Range

Salary : $80,000 - $95,000