Assistant Outlets Manager

InterContinental Hotels Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious hospitality brand in Toronto is seeking an Assistant Outlets Manager. The role involves supervising food and beverage operations and ensuring exceptional guest service. Candidates should have supervisory experience in a full-service restaurant and a high school diploma. This position offers a competitive salary range of $60,000-$65,000.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 year supervisory experience in a full-service restaurant or similar setting.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Mathematical skills for cash handling and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing food and beverage outlet(s) daily.
• Supervise day-to-day shift activities and schedule employees.
• Ensure guests are greeted and respond to complaints.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Hospitality Management degree or some college preferred

Tools

Smart Service certification

Alcohol awareness certification

Job description

At InterContinental Hotels & Resorts our role is to put the glamour into international travel. That’s where you come in. When you’re part of the InterContinental Hotels & Resorts brand you’re more than just a job title.

At InterContinental Hotels & Resorts we look for people who are charming, confident, and internationally-minded; people who know what it takes to exceed guest expectations.

Be yourself and at the centre of it all. Located in the heart of the entertainment and business districts in downtown Toronto, InterContinental Toronto Centre currently has an opening for an Assistant Outlets Manager. If you are passionate about hospitality and take pride in offering exceptional service, we would love to have you be a part of the IHG team! Our colleagues continue to aim higher and show they care about our guests and each other to ensure we achieve our goal of creating great hotels guests love.

Responsibilities

YOUR DAY TO DAY

Assist in managing one or more full-service food and beverage outlet(s) on a daily basis.Serve as Outlet Manager in his/her absence. Adhere to federal, provincial and local regulations concerning health safety or other compliance requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day shift activities of one or more food and beverage outlet(s). Schedule employees to ensure proper shift coverage. Assist in communicating and enforcing policies and procedures.
• Recommend and/or initiate disciplinary or other staffing/human resources-related actions in accordance with company rules and policies. Alert management of potentially serious issues.
• Ensure all staff is properly trained and certified if applicable and have the tools and equipment needed to effectively carry out their job functions.
• Ensure guests are greeted upon arrival. Respond appropriately to guest complaints. Maintain appropriate service recovery guidelines in order to ensure total guest satisfaction.
• Assist in monitoring performance of the restaurant/room service and mini bar departments through analysis of guest feedback and financial results. Make recommendations for corrective action as needed.
• Assist in maintaining and enforcing procedures to (1) ensure the security and proper storage of inventory, and equipment, (2) ensure the security of monies, credit and financial transactions, (3) replenish supplies, inventory, uniforms, etc. in a timely and efficient manner, and (4) to minimize waste and control costs.
• Ensure that all equipment (coffee and soda machines, registers, etc.) is in proper operational condition and is cleaned on a regular basis. Ensure that all facilities are cleaned, vacuumed, and properly stocked according to anticipated business volumes. Notify Engineering immediately of any maintenance and repair needs.
• Promote teamwork and quality service through daily communication and coordination with other departments. Key departmental contacts include Sales and Marketing, Catering, Banquets, Housekeeping, Maintenance and Guest Services.
• Interact with outside contacts:
  • Guests – to ensure their total satisfaction
  • Vendors – to ensure adequate inventory of supplies and equipment, to discuss pricing or service issues, to resolve any vendor performance issues, etc.
  • Regulatory agencies – regarding safety and compliance matters
  • Other contacts as needed (professional organizations, community groups, local media)
• May serve as Manager on Duty
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Accountability

Assists with the supervision of a number of service employees such as wait staff, bus persons, cashier/greeters, in one or more food and/or beverage outlet(s) in a large, full-service, luxury, or resort hotel.

What We Need From You

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent. Hospitality Management degree or some college preferred. Smart Service certification.

Experience:

One (1) year supervisory experience in a full-service restaurant or similar setting.

Other:

• Communication skills are utilized a significant amount of time when interacting with customers, employees and third parties
• Reading and writing abilities are utilized often when completing paperwork, ordering, and giving and receiving instructions.
• Mathematical skills, including basic math, cash handling, and inventory management are utilized frequently.
• Problem solving, reasoning, motivating, organizational and training abilities are used often.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state government agency.
• May be required to work nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

Physical Requirements

This job requires ability to perform the following:

• Carrying or lifting items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Moving about the outlet(s)

What We Offer

In return for your hard work, you can look forward to a highly competitive salary and benefits package. What’s more, because your career will be as unique as you are, we’ll give you all the tailored support you need to make a great start, be involved and grow.

And because the InterContinental Hotels & Resorts brand belongs to the IHG family of brands, you’ll also benefit from all of the opportunities that come from being part of a successful, global hospitality company with over 4800 hotels in over 100 countries around the world.

InterContinental Toronto Centre is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce. We are committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process for any qualified applicants under the respective provincial human rights codes. Please advise the Recruiter to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated.Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Salary Range:$60,000-$65,000