Food & Beverage Manager

Easton’s Group of Hotels; Kingston; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company seeks a Food Beverage Manager for its Kingston location. The role involves overseeing food and beverage operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, managing budgets, and enhancing guest experiences. The candidate should possess strong leadership skills, relevant education, and experience in the industry.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience in food and beverage management with supervisory duties.
• Fluent in English.
• Alcohol awareness certification or valid health card required.

Responsibilities

• Manage food and beverage operations to ensure quality service.
• Participate in budget preparation and financial planning.
• Drive promotions to enhance guest dining experiences.

Skills

Staff Management

Budget Management

Guest Service

Food Safety Compliance

Marketing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management or Culinary Arts

Some college or advanced training in food and beverage management

Job description

Manages food and beverage operations to ensure quality service and standards while delivering a unique guest experience. Ensure compliance with all federal, provincial, and local regulations concerning health, safety, or other requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in the preparation of the annual departmental operating budget and financial plans. Monitor budget and control expenses with a focus on food, beverage, and labour costs.
• In partnership with the catering office, identify additional sales opportunities to enhance revenue. Drive promotions that deliver great dining experiences for guests at a good value.
• Ensure all credit and financial transactions are handled securely.

People :

• Manage day-to-day staffing requirements, plan, and assign work and establish performance and development goals for team members. Provide mentoring, coaching and regular feedback to help manage conflict and improve team member performance.
• Educate and train all team members in compliance with federal, provincial, and local laws and safety regulations. Ensure staff is properly trained on quality and service standards, has the necessary tools and equipment, and is empowered to carry out job duties.

Guest Experience :

• Ensure all food and beverage equipment is in proper operational condition and is cleaned regularly.
• Ensure that all food and beverage facilities including banquet / convention space are cleaned, vacuumed, and properly stocked according to anticipated business volume. Notify Engineering immediately of any maintenance and repair needs.
• Establish and achieve quality and guest satisfaction goals. Respond courteously and promptly to all guest questions, complaints and / or requests to ensure a high level of guest satisfaction.

Responsible Business :

• Manage local food and beverage marketing programs for the hotel; participate in and maintain system-wide food and beverage marketing programs and promotions. Monitor local competitors and industry trends. Review and approve menu design and concepts with the Executive Chef.
• Conduct proper food and beverage inventory procedures. Determine minimum and maximum stocks for all food, beverage, material, and equipment.
• Ensure the security and proper storage of food and beverage products, inventory and equipment and replenish supplies in a timely and efficient manner while minimizing waste.
• Perform other duties as assigned. May also serve as the manager on duty.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Some college and / or advanced training in food and beverage management plus 2 years of related experience, including supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree / higher education qualification in Hotel Management, culinary arts, or related field preferred.
• Must speak fluent English.
• Alcohol awareness certification and / or food service permit or valid health / food handler card, as required by local law.

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Food Beverage Manager • Kingston, ON, CA