Task Force Director of Food & Beverage

Crescent

$90K — $115K *
Hospitality & Recreation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years as a Restaurant GM or Director of Food and Beverage in luxury hotels required
  • Food Handler Certification (if applicable)
  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality/Restaurant Management or equivalent preferred
  • Experience in restaurant/banquet/catering operations and financial management
  • Knowledge of restaurant POS systems is necessary
  • Passionate about personalizing guest experiences
  • Flexible schedule required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of the Food & Beverage Division functions per hotel standards
  • Oversee Banquet, Lounge, Room Service, and Restaurant operations
  • Implement and maintain a service philosophy for staff guidance
  • Create memorable dining experiences by leading a well-trained front-of-house team
  • Monitor labor costs, financial performance, and service operations
  • Develop relationships with guests to encourage repeat visits
  • Maintain visibility in restaurant spaces through active presence and regular meetings
  • Lead and develop a team of restaurant supervisors and provide necessary training
  • Assist in staffing functions including interviewing and performance appraisals
  • Collaborate with hotel leaders to meet budgetary goals in cost control
  • Partner with Executive Chef on menu and pricing approvals
  • Engage with in-house clients to foster guest loyalty

Benefits

  • Highly competitive wages
  • Exceptional benefit plan for associates and family members
  • 401K matching program
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Discounts at Crescent-managed properties in North America
Full Job Description
This Impact Team position will work at various properties on an assigned basis. As such, this position is subject to extensive travel. On assignment, this position reports to their on property designated Executive Committee Member, i.e. Director or General Manager.

This position will also report to their corresponding corporate F&B Leader. Besides providing leadership and coverage as needed on property, this person reports back to the Crescent Corporate Culinary and Beverage team on a consistent basis.

This is an assignment-based role that requires 100% travel.

We are committed to providing you with:

  • Highly competitive wages with an annual salary range of $90,000 - $115,000 based on experience
  • An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
  • 401K matching program
  • Flexible scheduling to allow you to focus on what is important to you
  • Discounts with our Crescent-managed properties in North America for you & your family members


Please note that this position is based on the needs of the portfolio and should there be a time when there are no projects there will be no compensation during that time.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Responsible for the management of all aspects of the Food & Beverage Division functions, in accordance with hotel standards.
  • Will help oversee and direct the operation of the Banquet functions, Lounge, Room Service, and Restaurant facilities.
  • Will direct, implement and maintain a service and management philosophy which serves as a guide to respective staff.
  • As the Task Force Director of F&B for the Restaurants, Bars, and Events, you'll build an exciting, innovative, and memorable dining experience for all guests by leading a well-rounded, knowledgeable front-of-house team.
  • This position is responsible for monitoring labor costs, financial performance, staff development, scheduling, and nightly/daily service coordination.
  • You'll act as an advocate for the restaurant, be a creator of personal experiences, and develop relationships with guests that will compel them to return.
  • Maintain an active presence throughout the restaurant and event spaces - lead daily line-ups and regular department meetings, conduct daily walk-throughs of event setups, coordinate and participate in BEO meetings.
  • Lead a team of restaurant supervisors and foster opportunities to learn, grow, and develop their skills. Identify talent and provide the necessary training as positions open.
  • Assist in interviewing, hire, and train; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; mentor (and celebrate employees!); address any feedback and problem solve.
  • Work with the hotel leaders to consistently meet the budget in all areas of cost control with a focus on payroll and cost of sales. • Partner with Executive Chef to give final approval of all menus and pricing.
  • Work directly with in-house clients and contracted to connect and build repeat guests.


REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

  • 3+ years as a Restaurant GM or Director of Food and Beverage in a luxury hotel environment is required.
  • Food Handler Certification (if applicable).
  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality/Restaurant Management, Business or equivalent field preferred.
  • Experience with all aspects of restaurant/banquet/catering operations, and sales including budgeting, expense management, inventory, payroll and labor costing, staffing, marketing, owner relations, and P&L management.
  • Proven systems knowledge and experience with restaurant POS systems or combination of these systems required.
  • Passion for crafting and personalizing guest experiences!
  • Flexible schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed. Extensive travel is required.

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