Director of Food

2 weeks ago

Tuscaloosa, United States Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown Full time

DIRECTOR OF FOOD AND BEVERAGE – Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown
Tuscaloosa, AL

Great benefits including: 

Employer Matching 401K Retirement Plan Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance FREE life insurance Vacation Pay Holiday Pay Management training

Aperture Hotels is an established hotel management company with a management portfolio of well-known brands including Hilton Garden Inn, Homewood Suites, Hotel Indigo, Courtyard by Marriott, Hampton Inn and Suites, Fairfield Inn and Suites, Holiday Inn Express, Home2, as well as an Independent. 

We offer a dynamic work environment with avenues for professional and personal growth. Aperture strives to create a positive work environment where team members feel like they are part of family, receive a high level of respect, and are recognized for their merits and accomplishments.

We are seeking an individual who embodies the core values that are integral to our success:

Be Transparent & Accountable Be Actively Curious Embrace Growth Create Value for Stakeholders Commit and Care

Hotel Indigo Tuscaloosa Downtown is the Druid City’s premiere boutique hotel uniquely located on the banks of the Black Warrior River in Downtown Tuscaloosa’s flourishing entertainment district.  The hotel offers patrons two unique upscale dining outlets, Shoals Bar & Kitchen and The Lookout, the city’s only rooftop bar overlooking the river and Tuscaloosa Amphitheater.

The Director of Food and Beverage is responsible for maintaining a profitable department with high-quality products and exceptional service levels overseeing both Front and Back of the House operations. The Director of Food and Beverage is expected to generate ideas to promote business, foster a positive work environment with low turnover, maintain revenue and payroll budgets, and meet budgeted productivity while delivering the highest levels of service and best in class guest experience in an upscale dining atmosphere.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitor industry trends, take appropriate action to maintain a competitive and profitable operation, including creating appealing food menus and beverage menus, updating beverage lists and menu items as necessary Creating and executing promotional campaigns to drive revenue over 'low demand' periods and to optimize revenue over peak demand periods Assist the General Manager in creating and managing the F&B budget, controlling food and labor costs,  and monitor department performance accordingly Work with the General Manager and keep informed of F&B issues as they arise Drive revenue Coordinate and monitor all phases of loss prevention in the F&B department, conduct monthly inventories, and research any cost variances to budget Comply with all local liquor laws, health, and sanitation regulations Interview candidates for front of house and back of the house F&B positions and follow standards for hiring approvals Conduct daily shift meetings, monthly departmental meetings, and actively participate in weekly operational meetings Ensure on-going guest service training and compliance of SOP’s and personal appearance standards Conduct and/or attend all required meetings, including pre-event and post-event meetings Provide employees with the training, tools, and environment they need to deliver an exceptional upscale dining experience Develop and implement strategies and practices that support employee engagement Maintain product consistency by conducting inspections of seasonings, portions, and appearance of food Prepare and submit required reports in a timely manner

GUEST SERVICE & SATISFACTION

Create an unforgettable dining experience in the restaurants and the banquet facilities Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner Actively participate in all hotel required meetings and trainings Maximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions Must be effective in handling problems, developing a positive departmental culture, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary Perform other duties as requested by management

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Five years of F&B management experience Strong verbal and written communication skills Significant attention to detail Complete understanding of NOI profitability and budget goals Knowledge of F&B preparation techniques, AL health department rules and regulations, and AL liquor laws and regulations Computer skills required – experience with Hotel and Restaurant POS systems Excellent guest services skills Demonstrated commitment to diversity and success in working with diverse constituencies to support an inclusive environment. Strong and effective interpersonal skills including the ability to listen well and demonstrate sensitivity to and respect for individual needs.

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