F&B Beverage Manager

Reports to:

Assistant Director of Beverage

Job Summary:

Responsible for the successful operation of the beverage department. The position is responsible for the successful execution of service related operations within the established operational standards.

Essential Functions:

• Ensure compliance with the applicable Tribal, Federal and other laws and gaming regulations and Kickapoo Lucky Eagle policies and procedures.
• Ensure the highest possible standards of guest services by properly listening and responding to guest and team member concerns and questions.
• Ensure all beverage products served meet the established specifications and standards.
• Maintain certification for completion of training in Health Code Standards; teach, train and enforce practical application of all Health Code requirements at all bars and by all Beverage team members to ensure the responsibilities to Public Health and Safety are met.
• Responsible for the knowledge of all TABC laws, ordinance. Implementation of these requirements and ensure TABC certification of all staff.
• Ensure the proper level of service is provided based on forecasted needs.
• Work with other F&B management to ensure proper management and staff coverage at all times through effective, methodical scheduling and planning.
• Complete required daily financial tools and reports
• Work with Finance and IT to ensure that all revenues are captured and reported accurately.
• Track team member cash variances and ensure wage deductions are made in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Execute and audit beverage inventory and cost control systems and processes.
• Analyze and evaluate beverage department profits and loss statements and make recommendations as to alternative courses of action.
• With the Director of F&B and F&B Management team, direct the purchasing agent in matters pertaining to the purchase of products. Ensure all products necessary for beverage operations are ordered and delivered in a timely fashion.
• Respond immediately to any guest complaints to ensure that corrections are made and that 100% guest satisfaction is met. Implement "Guest Recovery" as appropriate.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, safe and comfortable environment for team members and guests; creating a positive work environment that fosters harmony and growth.
• Ensure that all bars and beverage equipment is operated safely and with reasonable care, reporting mechanical problems to the proper department for repair.
• Generate and track work orders as needed.
• Ensure that the casino, property and departmental goals are identified, achieved and positive results are maintained.
• Through coaching, teaching and training, lead Beverage Department personnel in the proper performance of their duties; leading by positive example at all times. Document these actions as necessary.
• Set performance expectations and provide coaching and operational support of the staff.
• Ensure that all Beverage staff and Supervisory members are presented with timely, honest and effective evaluations.
• Demonstrate and promote KLECH core values and MAD skills
• Manage and maintain security of confidential information entrusted to position.
• Attend and satisfactorily complete all required training as assigned.
• Monitor compliance with Federal currency transaction reporting requirements, Title 31 requirements and IRS Currency Transaction Reports and property established Anti-Money Laundering policies. Maintain accurate MTL, MIL, CTR and SAR as needed.
• The essential functions listed above are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities pertinent to this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the Director.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements to Qualifications:

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of five (5) years operational experience in free-standing restaurant, bar and/or casino operations; multi-venue/unit experience a plus.
• Must have working knowledge of all aspects of beverage operations.
• Effective experience in handling opportunities, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving challenges as necessary.
• Able to understand and evaluate complex information, data, etc. from various sources to meet appropriate objectives.
• Strong communication skills in English both written and oral. Spanish or other language skills a plus.

Other Criteria:

Qualified Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas Members and qualified Native American preference is observed.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with the General Manager, Directors, Managers and all staff.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced, stressful environment.
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines and multi-task.
• Ability to have strong critical thinking, analytical and guest service skills.
• Must possess a positive attitude with strong organizational and leadership qualities.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw conclusions.
• Ability to understand complex instructions and material.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers of all levels.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and demonstrate leadership and team building skills with empathy and enthusiasm.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to follow and comply with established Casino guest service programs.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this position, the team member is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, push, pull, bend for extended periods; reach with hands and arms; talk and listen on a regular basis.
• The team member must be able to concentrate for prolonged periods.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.
• The team member must be able to communicate effectively in person or using telecommunications equipment.
• The team member must have the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to operate a keyboard, touch-screen display, telephone and calculator.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 30 lbs.

Work Environment:

• Normal office setting and casino floor.
• Frequent walking and standing in a smoke filled environment and frequent contact with the general public.
• Temperature controlled environment with varying noise levels. May be exposed to high levels of noise throughout the day.
• Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to perform under pressure and work long hours under stressful conditions.
• May be exposed to the risks associated in attempting to resolve issues with difficult guests and extremely irate staff members.
• May be exposed to various types of lighting including, but not limited to: artificial fluorescent lights, flashing lights, strobe lights, multiple colored lights, etc.
• Travel may be required to perform one or more essential functions of this position.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be able to obtain and retain a KTTT Gaming Commission License, including successful completion of background check necessary to obtain and maintain license. Responsible to keep all documents current and valid at all times.
• Must be able to provide authorization to work in the United States.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have access to reliable transportation to commute to and from work.
• Must comply with KLEC handbook, internal policy and procedures, and gaming regulations set within KLEC.