Director of Food & Beverage

Chateau Elan Winery; Braselton (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discount hotel stays

Discount spa services

Discount golf

Discount food and beverage

Discount retail

YouDecide discounts

Job summary

Chateau Élan Winery & Resort in Braselton, Georgia seeks a seasoned F&B leader to plan and manage the Human Resources and Operations of the Food and Beverage divisions to deliver exceptional guest service and meet financial goals.

Responsibilities include directing daily operations across all restaurant outlets, room service, culinary, stewarding, beverage, banquet and purchasing; developing menus, promotions, and budgets; and recruiting, training and coaching staff while ensuring safety and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of employment in a related position with this company or other organization(s).
• Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession, including management of people and complex problems.
• Knowledge of hotel operations, marketing plans, safety programs, budgeting and quality assurance.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to adapt style to audiences.

Responsibilities

• Direct day to day operations for all restaurant outlets, room service, culinary, stewarding, beverage, banquet, and purchasing operations.
• Respond to customer trends and issues to ensure quality experiences and future sales prospects.
• Market outlets; develop and manage menus, promotions, and displays within corporate guidelines.
• Develop, implement, and manage department budgets; monitor labor and food costs to meet objectives.
• Ensure maintenance, sanitation, safety regulations are followed and quality service is delivered.
• Hire, train, evaluate performance, and manage staffing issues as needed.

Skills

People management

Communication skills

Hotel operations knowledge

Budget forecasting

Job description

About UsWithin the sweeping panorama of the north Georgia foothills, Chateau Elan began with the planting of the vineyards in 1981. From these lush vines has grown a 3,500 acre conference and leisure destination. We welcome your interest in applying for a position with Chateau Élan Winery & Resort. For many years, we have served our guests with the highest level of products and service in luxury resorts. We owe our growth and success to our associates who have served our guests with dedication and pride. The key to our continued growth is found in satisfying and exceeding our guests’ expectations. We look for people with personality, energy, enthusiasm and commitment. We nurture and train our associates throughout their tenure here. They, in turn, provide the highest level of guest service making Chateau Élan the special place it is today. Perks include but are not limited to discount hotel stays, discount spa services, discount golf, discount food and beverage, discount retail as well as access to the YouDecide discount program. YouDecide offerings include negotiated pricing arrangements for vacation destinations, hotels, vacation planning, rental cars, movie tickets/rentals, consumer electronics, consumer goods and services, personal services and even discounts on cell phones and plans.Don't meet every single requirement of this job? At HEI we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still send in your information. You may be the perfect candidate for this or for other roles within our organization!We value U.S. military experience and invite all qualified military candidates to apply.CompensationTipped/Service Charge Eligible? NoDiscretionary Performance Bonus Eligible? YesOverviewPlan and manage the Human Resources and Operations of the Food and Beverage divisions to achieve customer (guest, associates, corporate and owners) satisfaction and quality service while meeting/exceeding financial goals.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesDirect day to day operations for all restaurant outlets, room service, culinary, stewarding, beverage, banquet, and purchasing operations.Respond to customer trends, needs, issues, comments, and problems to ensure a quality experience and enhance future sales prospects.Market the Food and Beverage outlets; develop and manage the implementation of menus, package deals, promotions, displays, decorations, and presentations within corporate guidelines to capture more in house guests and a larger share of the local market to meet/exceed sales and financial goals and objectives.Develop, implement, and manage the department's business/marketing plan and budget; continually analyze, forecast, monitor and control the labor and food costs through various methods to meet/exceed management/budget objectives.Manage the maintenance/sanitation of the Food and Beverage areas and equipment in the hotel to protect the assets, comply with regulations and ensure quality service.Implement and manage all company programs to ensure compliance with the SOPs and LSOPs; to include safety and sanitary regulations, all federal, state, franchise, and local regulations to ensure optimal levels of quality service and hospitality are provided to the guest.Execute and promote the Accident Prevention Program to minimize liabilities and related expenses.Interview, hire, train, recommend performance evaluations, resolve problems, provide open communication, and recommend discipline and/or termination when appropriate.Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular basis.Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.Qualifications and Skills3+ years of employment in a related position with this company or other organization(s).Hotel experience preferred.Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession. This includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or complex problems and food and beverage management.Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning.Effective verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt communication style to suit different audiences, such as effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, public etc.BenefitsHEI Hotels and Resorts is committed to providing a comprehensive benefit program that offers you choices for your physical, mental and financial wellness, creating value in your most important investment - you!For your physical and mental wellness we offer competitive Medical and Dental programs through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as Vision insurance programs through EyeMed. Our Vacation, Sick and Holiday programs are available for you to rejuvenate with time off. HEI also provides pet insurance through the ASPCA. For your financial wellness, HEI provides a wide array of coverage, including Supplemental, Spousal and Child Life insurance as well as Short and Long-Term Disability plans. Our 401(k) Savings Plan with matching funds, and discounts through our 'YouDecide' and Hotel Room Discount programs provide additional incentives for choosing HEI as the employer of your future. Specific details and eligibility of these programs vary by location and employment status.HEI Hotels and Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.