Hotel Equities, a multi-award-winning hotel development, and hospitality management company, is currently searching for a Task Force Full-Service Directors of Food and Beverage.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Plan and manage operations of the Food and Beverage departments to achieve customer (guest, employees, corporate, and owners) satisfaction and quality service while meeting/exceeding financial goals.

The position is responsible for short and long-term planning and the management of the Food & Beverage operations in the front and back of the house. Develops and recommends the budget, marketing plans, and objectives and manages within those approved plans. The major areas of responsibility/management include Catering Operations, Kitchen, Restaurant(s), Room Service, and Lounge(s). Participate in total hotel management as a member of the Hotel Executive Committee.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage the human resources within the division. Direct and oversee recruitment and development of employees; hire, train, empower, coach and counsel, performance, and salary reviews, resolve conflict through fair treatment policy, and discipline, as appropriate.

Develop, recommend, implement, and manage the division's annual budget, business/marketing plan, forecasts, and objectives to meet/exceed management expectations.

Implement and manage all company programs (company/franchise) to ensure compliance with the SOPs; including safety and sanitary regulation, and all federal, state, and local regulations to ensure optimal levels of quality service and hospitality are provided to the guest.

Market the Food and Beverage outlets; develop and manage the implementation of menus, package deals, promotions, displays, decorations, and presentations within corporate guidelines to capture more in-house guests and a larger share of the local market to meet/exceed sales and financial goals and objectives.

Manage the maintenance/sanitation of the food and beverage areas and equipment in the hotel to protect the asset, comply with regulations and ensure quality service.

Resolve customer complaints, as appropriate, to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction and quality.

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Execute and promote accident prevention programs to minimize liabilities and related expenses.

Assume the responsibilities of the General Manager in his/her absence.

Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned. Participate in task forces and committees as requested.

Travel is required to all areas of the United States as needed for purposes of corporate assistance, training, or Task Force meetings.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES

Maybe from 5 to over 50 employees

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge

Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food & beverage/hospitality profession. This includes the knowledge required for the management of people, complex problems, and food and beverage management. Must have some culinary training and/or experience in a fine dining establishment.

Skills

Ability to study, analyze and interpret complex activities.

Must possess highly developed communication skills to negotiate, convince, sell, and influence other managerial personnel, hotel guest(s), and/or corporate clients.

Must possess excellent comprehension and hearing skills due to telephone and face-to-face interaction with guests, corporate office, and associates.

Must have excellent vision for administrative responsibilities (i.e., forecast, purchase orders, budget review, and invoice approval).

Must possess excellent speech communication for guest, corporate, vendor, and associate interaction, 100% of the workday.

Must be literate in written guest communication, administrative, and Human Resource responsibilities. Requires excellent reading and writing abilities 100% of the workday.

Abilities

Limited physical requirements to assist various outlets during peak business demands (i.e., banquet room turns, restaurant bussing, etc.).

Bending/kneeling - as directed above.

Physical ability to supervise on-floor activities required 60% of the workday.

Chemicals/Agents – Limited access while supervising the sanitation of the operation.

Experience

Four to five years of employment in a related position with this company or other organization(s)

Material/Equipment Used

Various business equipment to perform administrative responsibilities

Environment

Inside 90% of the workday.

Due to the responsibility of total operation, specifically sanitation standards, the position requires 10% of the work day to inspect various walk-in coolers, temperatures ranging as low as 30 degrees.

We are:

Hotel Equities is an award-winning hospitality company with a diverse culture and a unique environment that empowers our team to exceed guests' expectations and make a distinct difference in people's lives.

At Hotel Equities, we have redefined business culture and captured it in our core values. From our Atlanta-based headquarters throughout all of our hotels, these values aren’t posted on a wall and are ignored. They define who we are and how we conduct ourselves with investors, guests and one another.

Vision & Mission - Hotel Equities Atlanta Georgia

EOE/DFW

Please note that this job description is not an exclusive or exhaustive list of all functions that a Task Force Director of Food and Beverage may be asked to perform

Amazing Benefits At A Glance:

• Team Driven and Values Based Culture

• Medical/Dental/Vision

• Vacation & Holiday Pay

• Same-day pay available

• Employee Assistance Program

• Career Growth Opportunities/ Manager Training Program

• Reduced Room Rates throughout the portfolio

• Third Party Perks (Movie Tickets, Attractions, Other)

• 401(k)

• Employee assistance program

• Employee discount

• Flexible schedule

• Flexible spending account

• Life insurance

• Parental leave

• Referral program