Food and Beverage Director

Hyatt Place Augusta; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel in Augusta is seeking a Food & Beverage Director to oversee all aspects of their food and beverage department. This role demands passion for culinary excellence, leadership skills, and the ability to manage a team efficiently while maintaining high standards and compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have relevant experience and a degree in hospitality or a related field for successful management of hotel operations.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

401K plan

Generous PTO program

Opportunities for career advancement

Qualifications

• Prior Food and Beverage Director or Executive Chef experience required.
• Kitchen proficiency and supervisory experience needed.
• Certifications as required by local agencies.

Responsibilities

• Directs food and beverage operations and ensures compliance with hygiene standards.
• Analyzes forecast data for effective payroll control.
• Plans and organizes meal services and kitchen staff assignments.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Financial Management

Customer Service

Food Safety Certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, or Business Administration

Tools

Point of Sales systems

Microsoft 365

Job description

Raines Co. - Your Future is Now!

You have a proven track record of success as a Food & Beverage Manager. You are passionate about food and beverage and possess the business acumen required to successfully manage a hotel food and beverage operation. You are energetic and enthusiastic about providing quality leadership to your team members realizing the importance of their contributions towards the success of the operation. You are an expert in your profession.

Established in 1988 as a family-owned business, we have grown into a fully integrated development, management, and investment company that develops, operates, and owns the world’s leading hotel brands as well as boutique hotels. Raines has maintained a family-oriented culture that believes in building relationships with our associates, with our partners and within the communities where we operate.

We offercomprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision benefits, 401K, a generous PTO program, and the opportunity to join a winning culture recognized for rewarding our best with opportunities to advance their career within the company.

Job Summary:

The Food and Beverage Director directs and oversees all aspects of the hotel’s food and beverage department.

Essential Job Functions

• Holds and maintains applicable certification requirements for position to include: Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR and First Aid
• Must work well in stressful high pressure situations maintaining composure and objectivity under pressure
• Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace including anticipating preventing identifying and solving problems as necessary
• Effective at listening to understanding, clarifying, and resolving the concerns and issues raised by co-workers and guests
• Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data
• Have the ability to analyze forecast data and make judgments to ensure proper payroll and production control
• Knowledge and experience with forecasting budgeting labor management and purchasing to ensure maximum productivity
• Use company-wide tools, systems and applications without exception
• Knowledgeable and aware of local competition and industry trends
• Responsible for organizing directing supervising and assisting in the preparation and service of all food and beverage based on standardized recipes for all outlets, while maintaining the highest standards to produce an appealing and appetizing product
• Responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the kitchens service stations (FOH and BOH) work and storage areas while minimizing waste and maximizing cost/production ratio
• Plans meals and service while directing and guiding the kitchen staff with various assignments i.e. pricing, banquets etc.
• Responsible for providing oversight of the kitchen staff, outlets, banquet food, display merchandising, and operations of the department as required.

Experience and Education:

Prior Food and Beverage Director or Executive Chef experience

Kitchen proficiency, culinary and front of house (FOH) experience

Supervisory experience

Certifications as required by Federal, State, or Local agencies
Experience with brand's PMS and Point of Sales systems

Proficient in Microsoft 365 or similar computer applications

Minimum High school diploma, GED or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Culinary Arts, Business Administration or related field preferred

Raines is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This description is a summary of primary responsibilities and qualifications. The job description is not intended to include all duties or qualifications that may be required now or in the future. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pre-employment background check required.

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