Food & Beverage Manager

Ascent Hospitality; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the hospitality industry is seeking a Food & Beverage Manager to oversee service staff and ensure top guest service across various facilities. This role involves managing operations, training staff, and maintaining financial goals. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership skills and a proven track record in hospitality management.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401k with employer match

Paid PTO

Uniforms provided

Team Member Hotel Discount Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years management experience in hospitality.
• Current food handler’s and alcohol service certifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage service aspects in all food and beverage areas and events.
• Hire, manage, and train staff.
• Control costs and monitor budgets and labor costs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

High school diploma

Some college

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About Ascent Hospitality: Ascent Hospitality has an extensive portfolio of hotels and a strong pipeline of new properties and acquisitions. We focus on people and creating memorable experiences for our Team Members and guests. We seek individuals who work well together, have a passion to serve, are strong communicators, and excel at challenges and change. If this describes you, consider joining our team.

Position Overview: The Food & Beverage Manager leads the food and beverage service staff across various facilities including restaurants, lounges/bars, and banquets. This role ensures top guest service, oversees operations during business hours, maintains a clean and safe environment, and meets financial goals for sales and expenses.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other benefits
• 401k with employer match
• Paid PTO
• Uniforms provided for most positions
• Team Member Hotel Discount Program

Essential Functions

1. Manage service aspects in all food and beverage areas and events
2. Oversee dining rooms, lounges, bars, and catering to ensure proper setup
3. Ensure staff are in proper uniform and adhere to appearance standards
4. Hire, manage, and train staff
5. Create and communicate weekly staff schedules
6. Coordinate with staff regarding reservations and events
7. Conduct pre-shift and pre-event meetings
8. Evaluate staff performance and manage disciplinary actions
9. Perform rounds to ensure guest needs are met
10. Handle employee relations and review incidents
11. Complete employee performance appraisals
12. Manage inventories and daily sales reports
13. Open and close outlets as scheduled
14. Act as Manager on Duty (MOD) as scheduled
15. Control costs and monitor budgets and labor costs
16. Identify sales opportunities and train staff on upselling
17. Ensure safety and sanitation policies are followed
18. Address guest inquiries and feedback to ensure satisfaction
19. Collaborate on menu creation and pricing
20. Coordinate with other departments for events and staffing
21. Uphold company standards and policies
22. Attend all necessary meetings
23. Ensure efficient in-room dining and reservation system operation
24. Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and build teams
• Proven track record in increasing responsibility in hospitality management

Physical Demands

• Stand for long periods, handle objects, reach, stoop, and lift up to 25 pounds
• Work with chemicals and food products in various environments
• Operate under stressful situations

Qualifications

• Current food handler’s and alcohol service certifications
• Minimum 3 years management experience in hospitality
• High school diploma required; some college preferred

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management
• Industry: Hospitality