The Assistant Director of Bars & Restaurants role is a key component of the Food & Beverage division leadership and will be instrumental in driving the vison and culture of the division.
At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, exceptional service and flavors are the hallmarks of every dining experience. Your leadership and vision as Director of Restaurants will drive outstanding operating results – and ensure our Venues are not only preferred dining destinations but also engaging places to work.
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Reporting to the Director of Restaurants & Bars responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
- Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service.
- Run operational rotating shifts in multiple venues throughout a work week as needed to lead and manage the day-to-day operation of Fulton, Garrison, Room 725, Rules & Regs Bar and Pool Bar ensuring all service standards are followed.
- Drive innovative promotions, menus and concepts; creating a destination of choice for both hotel and external guests.
- Work closely with other leaders and bar teams to curate wine list enhancements
- Work closely with the senior food & beverage leadership to present a profitable and visually stimulating retail display.
- Compile monthly beverage & retail inventories and ensure achievement of budgeted cost of sale targets.
- Lead and support the Venues in the achievement of their financial and operational targets
- Prepare annual budgets and administer in a fiscally responsible manner
- Implement effective control of food, beverage, labor and operating expenses
- Assist in the preparation of the annual strategic plan and achieve the goals and targets therein
- Ensure the implementation of standards in guest service, constantly seek out ways to improve product and service as well as increase volumes and profits
- Oversee the selection, training and development of all Colleagues to ensure timely recruitment and career growth
- Follow department policies, procedures and service standards
- Actively resolve guest complaints promptly according to hotel standards
- Actively participate in hotel committees and team meetings
- Work closely with Marketing team to ensure the venues have constant visibility
What is in it for you:
- Paid time off
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K
- Complimentary shift meal
- Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
- Learning programs through our Academies and Educational Assistance for further development
- Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
- Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Sustainability Committee