F&B Operations Manager

2 hours ago


Lenoir City, Tennessee, United States WindRiver Lakefront & Golf Community - Club House Full time
About WindRiver

WindRiver is a premier luxury lifestyle residential community in East Tennessee, offering a range of businesses including real estate, development, building, landscaping, property management, club membership, member services, hospitality, dining, events, golf, and marina management.

Our employees enjoy working in a rewarding, financially solid, and beautifully scenic environment, with opportunities for professional growth and recognition.

About the Job

The Food and Beverage Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the development and management of all culinary offerings, services, and related business units at WindRiver. This role ensures that all operational policies and procedures align with the company's goals and mission, and provides a five-star guest experience.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Leadership and Strategic Planning
  • Maintain knowledge of and ensure compliance with regulatory rules and standards, including OSHA, U.S. Department of Labor, and state and local health departments.
  • Participate in executive team, department, and other meetings.
  • Identify areas for growth and improvement, and develop strategies to increase revenue and customer loyalty.
  • Act as an ambassador for WindRiver, maintaining knowledge of all company activities, community areas, member offerings, and events.
  • Develop close working relationships with department and business unit heads to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
Member and Customer Service
  • Train staff on five-star hospitality, etiquette, and communication skills.
  • Maintain member and guest satisfaction by handling inquiries, concerns, and comments, and providing solutions.
  • Increase member satisfaction and repeat business by soliciting feedback and implementing service improvement ideas.
  • Maintain consistency of service by being aware of and prepared for events, large parties, and reservations.
Operations
  • Develop and maintain visual and presentation standards for all F&B managed areas, and ensure proper space preparation.
  • Ensure that all F&B staff are in proper uniform and adhere to WindRiver's appearance standards.
  • Maximize food and beverage sales by personally reaching out to members and introducing them to WindRiver's culinary offerings.
  • Develop, implement, and train staff on F&B operational policies and procedures, including opening and closing tasks, cleaning standards, end-of-day reporting, and cash handling and reconciliation.
  • Ensure proper food handling procedures, including the proper dating and storage of all food items and alcohol.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Chef in the creation of menus and menu pricing as needed.
  • Conduct regular inventories of F&B goods, including ingredients, beverages, china, glass, and silverware.
  • Manage the upkeep and maintenance needs of all physical F&B locations and equipment.
  • Lead preparations of annual F&B budgets and business planning.
  • Ensure all F&B areas are properly secure upon departure, and that all lights, equipment, doors, etc. are turned off or locked.
Personnel
  • Work with HR to recruit and hire staff.
  • Manage and train staff in all technical and non-technical aspects of their role, including WindRiver standards of quality and service.
  • Ensure proper staffing levels at all times, and fill in as needed.
  • Create, maintain, and distribute weekly schedules for staff, and communicate changes as appropriate.
  • Maintain accurate daily and weekly punch details for F&B staff.
  • Manage employee relation issues, and review incidents with the Human Resource Manager.
  • Complete and administer annual employee performance reviews.
  • Evaluate and supervise performance, and carry out coaching and disciplinary action as needed, in accordance with WindRiver's policies and applicable laws.
Benefits

WindRiver offers a range of benefits, including:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Discounts at local area attractions
Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

  • 4+ years' experience in full-service restaurant management
  • 1 year in a bartending role with a full bar
  • Must be a minimum of 18 years old
  • Current TN ABC license
  • ServeSafe Certified preferred
  • High School Diploma required; Bachelors Degree preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The successful candidate will possess:

  • Ability to work weekend, holiday, and evening shifts
  • Understanding of restaurant etiquette and operations
  • Expertise in health and safety standards and regulations
  • Ability to improvise and make decisions based on business or guest needs
  • Must be able to maintain professional composure while managing large groups quickly and efficiently
  • Must be able to demonstrate positive model of leadership, respect, and behavior for staff to emulate and follow
  • Must be able to preserve exceptional levels of customer service in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent track record of communication skills working as a team player and manager
  • Be willing to attend continuing education courses and training to further develop knowledge, skills, and abilities

Physical Requirements: Must be able to bend, stoop, climb stairs, twist, kneel, lift, push, and pull items weighing 55lbs. Must be able to stand and continuously move throughout the workday. Must be willing to work outdoors and be comfortable in varying weather.



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