Director of Food & Beverage

BENEFITS

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Pet Insurance
• Employer paid Life/LTD
• Fully vested 401k
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO
• Marriott Hotel Travel Discounts

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for managing and executing successful F&B operations in all outlets, including banquets & catering, restaurant and bar operations, in-room dining, the club lounge, and in-room mini bars. The role will work closely with other departments to ensure there is a seamless transition between sales, room, and food & beverage. They will manage the day-to-day financials and be responsible for achieving budgeted results.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise and ensure the overall success of all F&B operations at Courtyard Owatonna Downtown and Roma's restaurant.
• Support and assist all management and hourly associates.
• Develop an operating strategy that is aligned with the Company’s business strategy.
• Manage and update the food & beverage menus within the parameters of the guiding principles and operating plan.
• Coordinate with the sales team and group meeting planners to understand and achieve their specific group requirements with the services and facilities offered.
• Manage all F&B inventories weekly and monthly to confirm appropriate handling procedures and within-budget expenses and cost metrics.
• Oversee and create associate schedules and make any necessary changes per business demands and budget.
• Ensure maximum revenue is achieved from all sales opportunities.
• Participate and contribute to marketing meetings for creative opportunities and events.
• Execute creative programming within the operating strategy and brand pillars.
• Work with the property and corporate leadership team to effectively increase Guest Satisfaction scores and highlight areas of concern.
• Participate in P&L reviews and the budgeting process for all areas of responsibility.
• Participate in departmental meetings and continually communicate a clear and consistent message regarding the departmental goals to produce the desired results.
• Ensure all associates have proper supplies, equipment, and uniforms.
• Recruit, interview, hire, and train Food & Beverage associates.
• Conduct performance evaluations and discipline staff when needed.
• Maintain a professional and personable appearance at all times, according to hotel standards.
• Successfully achieve the hotel’s core values of ownership, innovation, craft, respect, and community.
• Primary duty will be managing the business and their department. They will regularly direct the work of two or more associates and have the authority to hire and terminate.
• All other duties as requested.