Director of Food and Beverage

Shelby American, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Director of Food and Beverage to oversee daily operations in a hotel setting. This role is crucial for maintaining the highest standards of food and drink quality while managing financial goals and team training. The ideal candidate will bring advanced knowledge of the hospitality industry, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for guest service. Join a forward-thinking company that values employee development and offers growth opportunities in a vibrant work environment. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are ready to make a significant impact, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of food and beverage principles and practices.
• Ability to manage people and complex problems effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily Food and Beverage operations and ensure quality.
• Develop financial goals and marketing plans for outlets.

Skills

POS System Utilization

Food and Beverage Management

Problem-Solving

Guest Service

Teamwork

Job description

Description

As our Director of Food and Beverage, you will be accountable for managing day-to-day Food and Beverage operations in our hotel while ensuring that all of the food and drinks are of the highest quality and keeping within budget.

This position may require flexible scheduling availability.

Job Requirements:

1. Assist in developing financial goals to meet or exceed within the department
2. Accurately forecast food and beverage revenue/expenses
3. Ensure hotel staff is trained in financial control procedures for cash, vouchers, inventories, and receivables
4. Identify major revenue and expense opportunities and possible problems
5. Create and distribute team member schedules in a timely manner
6. Develop and implement marketing and sales plans for food and beverage outlets, including implementation of menus, package deals, promotions, displays, decorations, and presentations within brand and IHM guidelines to capture more in-house guests and a larger share of the local market
7. Manage and maintain the sanitation of the food and beverage areas and equipment in the hotel to protect the assets, comply with regulations and ensure quality service

Job Qualifications:

1. Ability to utilize POS system
2. Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the Food and Beverage/Hospitality profession. This includes the knowledge required for managing people, complex problems, and food and beverage management
3. Highly motivated team player with strong initiative and desire for achievement
4. Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace including anticipating, preventing, identifying, and solving problems as necessary
5. Ability to work well in stressful situations
6. Readily available and approachable for all guests while providing excellent guest service

Physical Demands:

The 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 stand, sit or walk for an extended period of time. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Training:

Island Hospitality is committed to employee development and displays that commitment with a formalized training and development program providing a clear path for any employee with a desire and aptitude to thrive in the hospitality business. As team members join Island Hospitality from other organizations they too can build on that prior experience and find further growth opportunities within our company by utilizing the tools and resources offered.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Island Hospitality uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization in all municipalities where it is required by law.