Director of Food and Beverage - Franchised

Job description

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Wischermann Partners. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc.  The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel’s employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment.  If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

Salary: $100,000
Department: Food and Beverage & Culinary
Location: Elliot Park Hotel, Autograph Collection (823 Fifth Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404)
Division: Wischermann Partners
Hours Per Week: 40

Job Description
POSITION OVERVIEW

The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for managing and executing successful F&B operations in all outlets, including banquets & catering, restaurant and bar operations, in-room dining, the club lounge, and in-room mini bars. The role will work closely with other departments to ensure there is a seamless transition between sales, room, and food & beverage. They will manage the day-to-day financials and be responsible for achieving budgeted results.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervise and ensure the overall success of all F&B operations.
Support and assist all management and hourly associates.
Develop an operating strategy that is aligned with the Company’s business strategy.
Manage and update the food & beverage menus within the parameters of the guiding principles and operating plan.
Coordinate with the sales team and group meeting planners to understand and achieve their specific group requirements with the services and facilities offered.
Manage all F&B inventories weekly and monthly to confirm appropriate handling procedures and within-budget expenses and cost metrics.
Oversee and create associate schedules and make any necessary changes per business demands and budget.
Ensure maximum revenue is achieved from all sales opportunities.
Participate and contribute to marketing meetings for creative opportunities and events.
Execute creative programming within the operating strategy and brand pillars.
Work with the property and corporate leadership team to effectively increase Guest Satisfaction scores and highlight areas of concern.
Participate in P&L reviews and the budgeting process for all areas of responsibility.
Participate in departmental meetings and continually communicate a clear and consistent message regarding the departmental goals to produce the desired results.
Ensure all associates have proper supplies, equipment, and uniforms.
Recruit, interview, hire, and train Food & Beverage associates.
Conduct performance evaluations and discipline staff when needed.
Maintain a professional and personable appearance at all times, according to hotel standards.
Successfully achieve the hotel’s core competencies including work product, teamwork and culture, guest and customer service, work ethic, impact-oriented problem solver, and entrepreneurship.
Primary duty will be managing the business and their department. They will regularly direct the work of two or more associates and have the authority to hire and terminate.
All other duties as requested.
QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience in a similar role in a luxury hospitality operation.
Beverage certification preferred.
Must have supervisory, coaching, and staff development experience.
Good reading, writing, and oral proficiency in the English language.
Flexibility to work a varied schedule, which may include weekends and holidays.
Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds on own and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Ability to stand and walk for entire shift.
Requires writing, standing, sitting, walking, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability, and visual acuity.

Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made through the interactive process when necessary to allow qualified applicants and associates to perform the duties of this position.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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The Autograph Collection is a growing collection of four and five-star independent hotels, each offering unique and memorable experiences. Each hotel is thoughtfully chosen for its quality, originality, bold character, and ability to offer today’s traveler a range of unique experiences suited to their individual sense of style and adventure. All Autograph Collection hotels look to attract The Individualist, the brand's target consumer. The Individualist is someone who uses travel as an opportunity to add to their personal narrative – in essence they are hand selecting our hotels whether for personal or corporate travel because it is much more than simply a place to rest. In joining Autograph Collection, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,​ begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global​ team, and become the best version of you.