Manager- Food and Beverage- Restaurants - (12 to 18 Month Contract)

Blue Mountain Resort; The Blue Mountains; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resort in Ontario is seeking a Manager, Food and Beverage to oversee operations and enhance guest experiences. This full-time role includes managing a dynamic team, ensuring high standards of service, and maintaining profitability across various outlets. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in food services and a passion for guest satisfaction.

Benefits

Free gondola access

Discounted recreation & golf

Staff discounts on meals & Starbucks

Retail savings at various stores

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years supervisory or management experience in Food Services.
• Formal leadership training is an asset.
• At least 1 year of kitchen experience in a high-volume restaurant.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of food and beverage outlets.
• Coach and mentor employees to enhance service quality.
• Prepare and monitor budgets to ensure profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Guest Service

Budget Management

Team Coaching

Education

College or University training in hotel management

Tools

Squirrel or similar Point of Sale System

MS Office suite

Job description

Year Round

WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

• Free gondola, Explore park, and Blue Mountain private beach access;
• Discounted recreation & golf you can share with your friends. Enjoy zip lines, ropes courses, Ridge Runner, and more;
• Staff discounts on meals & Starbucks treats;
• Retail savings at Burton, North Face, Red Devil Sports, and more!

The Manager, Food and Beverage is responsible for delivering the highest quality food and beverage offerings & conference experiences. The incumbent will oversee the day-to-day operation in busy and dynamic environments that operate 365 days per year, including both indoor & outdoor venues, restaurant and bar outlets, a licensed Starbucks, and group conferences in our event spaces. The Manager ensures service strategy is executed and will coach and support their team members.

Year Round - Full Time (12 Month Contract)

Full Benefits And Perks

WHAT WILL I BE DOING?

• Inspire exceptional guest service in all Food and Beverage operations by executing outstanding and competitive standards for attention to detail, creativity, and passion for food service & conference offerings
• Coach and mentor employees to unite them around purpose and fun, creating a culture of productivity, high quality, accuracy, and revolutionary service experiences for our guests
• Select passionate and talented people and execute training and development to enable the team to provide revolutionary guest experiences
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of assigned outlets, providing direction to supervisors and front-of-house staff, ensuring speed and quality of service from the kitchen
• Prepare and monitor annual, monthly, and daily budgets of the assigned business unit, review expenses and accounts payable to ensure maximum profitability. Approve invoices and expenses up to $5000.
• Oversee loss prevention and inventory count activities to minimize theft/shrinkage in liquor, wine, and draught beer
• Collaborate with the Director of F&B Services and Marketing to coordinate promotions that attract new business
• Book quality entertainment where required, manage entertainment contracts, and act as the main contact for entertainers on-site
• Set up food presentations and tasting reviews with the leadership team
• Lead seasonal and special event menu development in collaboration with the Director of Culinary and the Director of F&B Services, including menu writing, editing, and employee training. Act as wine consultant for Conference and Banquet Services; provide wine pairing consultations for events

WHAT DO YOU NEED FROM ME?

• College or University training in hotel management and/or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 years supervisory or management experience in Food Services
• Proven ability to maintain operation costs within acceptable levels
• Knowledge of Squirrel or similar Point of Sale System; Internet software; MS Office suite
• Formal leadership training is an asset
• Previous bar management experience, including liquor control and in-depth wine knowledge
• At least 1 year of kitchen experience in a high-volume restaurant

CORE VALUES

Authenticity | Empowerment | Collaboration | Purpose

Blue Mountain Resort Company Overview

Blue Mountain Resort is Ontario’s largest mountain resort, located on the shores of Southern Georgian Bay, on the traditional territory of the Anishinabek Nation: The People of the Three Fires (Ojibway, Odawa, and Pottawatomie Nations). Just 90 minutes from Toronto, it is a four-season outdoor destination owned by Alterra Mountain Company.

Alterra Mountain Company Overview

Alterra Mountain Company is a family of iconic year-round mountain destinations, including the world’s largest heli-skiing operation and the Ikon Pass, offering access to over 50 mountain destinations worldwide. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, Alterra Mountain Company aims to shape the future of mountain adventure.