Director of Food and Beverage

ICONAVEST OPERATING LLC; Avalon (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ICONA Avalon is seeking a Director of Food & Beverage to lead operations across multiple outlets, including on- and off-premise catering, casual dining and outdoor bars. You will collaborate with the Executive Chef and directly supervise front-of-house leadership, drive revenue, menus, and guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities include managing budgets, staffing, training, SOPs, sanitation, and compliance; partnering with marketing to maximize revenue; overseeing inventory, beverage programs, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 10 years in food & beverage/hospitality.
• 5 years Director of Food & Beverage experience.
• Toast POS, Restaurant 365, and Paycom experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations of multi-outlet F&B services (catering, casual dining, outdoor bars).
• Hire, train and develop front-of-house leadership staff; motivate teams.
• Develop and institute new food menus; manage costing and implementation.
• Meet revenue, COGS and labor targets; hit seasonal goals.
• Oversee budgeting, P&L, inventory, and sanitation; ensure compliance with laws.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef, marketing, and banquet sales to maximize revenue.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Guest focus

Strategic planning

Time management

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Staff development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

10 years in food & beverage/hospitality

5 years Director of Food & Beverage experience

Tools

Toast POS

Restaurant 365

Paycom Time & Attendance

Job description

Job TitleDirector of Food & BeverageClassificationExemptReports toGeneral ManagerJob DescriptionSummary/ObjectiveThe Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for leading operations of multi outlet food and beverage services. Outlets include on/off premise catering, casual dining and outside bars. The position works cooperatively with the Executive Chef and directly leads, trains and develops front of the house leadership staff.Essential FunctionsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Meet and exceed guest expectationsMeet or exceed all revenue, COGS and labor targetsHire, train and motivate team, prepared to hit each season in strideWork with the marketing department and senior leadership to maximize revenue opportunities throughout all outletsDevelop and institute new food menusMeet all deadlines for menu development, costing and implementationWork in harmony with the banquet sales team to ensure we are most competitive in our marketMaximize the Avalon Brew Pub brewing output and brand labelsMaximize the benefits of all ICONA technology platformsAnalyze and monitor all granular metrics around menu profitability, sales leaders, COGS, Labor, waste and theftCreate and monitor the annual operating budgetAnalyze and monitor profit and loss statementsSet clear performance metrics with all appropriate team membersAlways extend professionalism and courtesy to team membersLead by example demonstrating self-confidence, energy, and enthusiasm.Provide associates with the necessary tools, training, and equipment they need to perform their jobDevelop and execute all SOPs for existing and new food & beverage outletsCirculate throughout outlets, courteously and warmly greeting guests and associatesEnsure service is prompt and courteousEstablish, direct, and review performance standards in food preparation, purchasing, production to ensure effective, controlled, and coordinated efforts are achievedMonitor, direct, and coordinate effective sanitation, cleanliness, and organization effort in food & beverage operating areasEnsure proper staffing proceduresDirect, review liquor procedures to ensure inventory turns and securityBe knowledgeable and comply with federal, state and local laws and regulations as it relates to food and liquorEnsure food and beverage staff has all been trained in responsible alcohol service.All guests must be treated in a manner to ensure their complete satisfaction. Always strive to exceed guests’ expectationsPerforms other duties as directedWeekly attendance to Aloha Culture Meeting.CompetenciesCommunication Proficiency.Guest Focus.Leadership Skills.Stress Management/Composure.Problem-Solving Skills.Organizational Skills.Time Management.Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position manages all employees of the department and is responsible for the performance management and hiring of the employees within that department.Work EnvironmentIndoor and outdoor dining venues and commercial kitchen environment. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. The employee may be exposed to hazards including, but are not limited to, cuts, slipping, tripping, falls and burns. Frequent hand washing is required.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping and crouching. The position may require lifting of products weighing up to 50 pounds.PHYSICAL ENVIROMENTAL DEMANDS:Stand- Over 2/3rd of the timeWalk- Over 2/3rd of the timeSit- Under 1/3rd of the timeUse hands to fingers, handle or feel- Over 2/3rd of the timeReach with arms and hands- Over 2/3rd of the timeClimb or balance- Up to 2/3rd of the timeStoop, kneel, crouch or crawl- Up to 2/3rd of the timeTalk or hear- Over 2/3rd of the timeLift minimum of 5lbs.- 50 lbs.- Over 2/3rd of the timeAdherence to all policy and procedures delineated in the ICONA HandbookPosition Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time position. This role requires forty, plus hours to include, nights weekends and holidays.TravelNo travel is expected for this position.Required Education and ExperienceHigh school diploma or equivalent.10 years in food & beverage/hospitality5 years Director of Food & Beverage experienceToast POS System, Restaurant 365 Software, and Paycom Time & Attendance experience preferredOther DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.