Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

Relais & Châteaux; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury boutique hotel in Cambridge, Ontario is seeking an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager to oversee dining operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in fine dining and supervisory roles, ensuring excellent guest service. Responsibilities include training staff, managing guest interactions, and maintaining dining quality. This full-time position offers a vibrant environment at a renowned establishment, known for its exceptional culinary offerings.

Benefits

Dental care

Discounted or free food

On-site parking

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a food and beverage role, with 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Thorough knowledge of fine dining service procedures.
• Smart Serve certified.

Responsibilities

• Planning training and supervising team members.
• Ensuring education is provided to dining room personnel.
• Maintaining guest comfort and service.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Time management skills

Job description

Given the nature of Langdon Hall as a unique luxury boutique property, the Assistant Food & Beverage Manager will serve as an ambassador for the hotel and be a multi-functional individual who is driven to always exceed guests' expectations with an attention to detail. This individual possesses strong interpersonal skills and a positive attitude towards their work and colleagues, handling pressure situations with quick and efficient thinking.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Planning training, scheduling, and supervising team members
• Ensuring team member education is provided to dining room personnel in accordance with the education plan, and providing on-the-job training. Conduct pre-meal meetings with the Executive Chef.
• Arranging seating accommodations, greeting guests and team members, and maintaining a friendly environment
• Being on the floor at all times during meal periods, prioritizing guest comfort and service
• Supervising the physical appearance of the area and work stations, including cleaning schedules
• Supervising table appearance, including linens, silverware, setup, and centerpieces, as well as closing duties
• Scheduling work assignments, assigning tasks, and ensuring standards are met
• Maintaining attendance records, reservations, incident reports, schedules, and special functions
• Assisting team members on the floor when needed

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a food and beverage role, with 2 years in a similar supervisory role
• Thorough knowledge of fine dining service procedures and functions
• Excellent knowledge of food and wine pairing
• In-depth food and preparation knowledge
• Supervisory experience in front-of-house operations within fine dining, hotel, club, or similar community
• Smart Serve certified
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to understand, empathize, and work effectively with guests, peers, supervisors, and subordinates
• High level of interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to read, write, communicate, and comprehend instructions in English
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to make independent decisions
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Effective communication at all organizational levels
• Teamwork and cooperation skills
• Excellent time management skills

Additional Information

• Company events
• Dental care
• Discounted or free food
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount

Voted #15 on Canada's Best 100 Restaurants, the only 5-Diamond restaurant in Ontario, and a member of the Relais & Châteaux association.

We appreciate your interest in Langdon Hall, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Langdon Hall welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities; accommodations are available upon request during the selection process.

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