Holiday Inn Charlottesville VA
Charlottesville, Virginia
Join Our Team and Passionately Serve Our Guests as our new Sales & Events Manager! At Shamin Hotels, we're not just in the hospitality business; we're in the business of creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. As a family-owned and operated company based in Central Virginia, we take pride in providing exceptional service and fostering a welcoming atmosphere for travelers from near and far. If you're someone who thrives on positive interactions and is passionate about making every guest feel valued and appreciated, we want you on our team! The role: We are seeking a Sales & Event Manager to join our team and shine! Here are just a few key items you will be leading while working on the team: Relationship building skills with Internal and External Clients Develop quarterly sales action plans to support revenue goals Contact new and existing accounts to maximize revenue opportunities Conduct hotel tours as requested Negotiate, contract and finalize food, beverage and meeting room requirements Proactively upgrade and upsell menus to achieve the highest possible profit Become an extension of the client by disseminating all group requirements to the respective departments in the hotel Ensure the timely distribution of all communication to the appropriate departments and be the on-site contact for the client during their events Verify all space requirements and meeting room set-ups with client and ensure that event space needed is properly maintained and in good condition Finalize Banquet Event Orders in a timely manner Oversee contracted group room blocks to include cut-offs, attrition and distribution of rooming lists The ideal candidate Are you someone who values teamwork, takes ownership of your role, and is passionate about serving our guests with warmth and hospitality? Shamin Hotels invites you to join our team! Whether you're greeting guests with a friendly smile, assisting them with their needs, or going the extra mile to ensure their stay is nothing short of perfect, your dedication to service excellence will shine through in everything you do. The ideal candidate ALSO has the following: Experience in a hotel or related field Previous Sales & Event Experience preferred Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data, and possess basic mathematical skills Computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft and Gmail tools along with brand system tools Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee will be required to: Frequently stand, walk or sit for extended periods. Long and varied hours are often required (8 hours). Ability to use hands to fingers, handle, feel, talk and hear. Bending, reaching, stooping or crouching on occasion. Light Work - Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to drive a vehicle and travel during the day frequently, overnight travel on occasion. Why Should You Work for Shamin Hotels? Amazing Benefits! In addition to competitive pay, we offer a range of benefits for full-time associates, including health, dental, vision, accident and short and long term disability insurance, pet insurance, gym membership discounts, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Shamin Perk discounts on tickets, rental cars and attractions, footwear discounts, 401K plan with company match, employee discounts at our branded hotels and more! Endless Opportunities! With over 70 hotels in our portfolio and plans for further expansion, there are endless opportunities for growth and advancement at Shamin Hotels. Whether you're interested in front-line operations, corporate management, or hotel development, we have opportunities for you to shine. Advancement! We're proud of our track record of promoting from within. At Shamin Hotels, we're committed to nurturing talent and providing opportunities for our employees to thrive. Join us and be part of a company where your potential is limited only by your ambition. We look forward to welcoming you to the Shamin Hotels family! JB.0.00.LN
Apr 25, 2024
Full time
Join Our Team and Passionately Serve Our Guests as our new Sales & Events Manager! At Shamin Hotels, we're not just in the hospitality business; we're in the business of creating unforgettable experiences for our guests. As a family-owned and operated company based in Central Virginia, we take pride in providing exceptional service and fostering a welcoming atmosphere for travelers from near and far. If you're someone who thrives on positive interactions and is passionate about making every guest feel valued and appreciated, we want you on our team! The role: We are seeking a Sales & Event Manager to join our team and shine! Here are just a few key items you will be leading while working on the team: Relationship building skills with Internal and External Clients Develop quarterly sales action plans to support revenue goals Contact new and existing accounts to maximize revenue opportunities Conduct hotel tours as requested Negotiate, contract and finalize food, beverage and meeting room requirements Proactively upgrade and upsell menus to achieve the highest possible profit Become an extension of the client by disseminating all group requirements to the respective departments in the hotel Ensure the timely distribution of all communication to the appropriate departments and be the on-site contact for the client during their events Verify all space requirements and meeting room set-ups with client and ensure that event space needed is properly maintained and in good condition Finalize Banquet Event Orders in a timely manner Oversee contracted group room blocks to include cut-offs, attrition and distribution of rooming lists The ideal candidate Are you someone who values teamwork, takes ownership of your role, and is passionate about serving our guests with warmth and hospitality? Shamin Hotels invites you to join our team! Whether you're greeting guests with a friendly smile, assisting them with their needs, or going the extra mile to ensure their stay is nothing short of perfect, your dedication to service excellence will shine through in everything you do. The ideal candidate ALSO has the following: Experience in a hotel or related field Previous Sales & Event Experience preferred Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data, and possess basic mathematical skills Computer skills including but not limited to Microsoft and Gmail tools along with brand system tools Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the job, the employee will be required to: Frequently stand, walk or sit for extended periods. Long and varied hours are often required (8 hours). Ability to use hands to fingers, handle, feel, talk and hear. Bending, reaching, stooping or crouching on occasion. Light Work - Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to drive a vehicle and travel during the day frequently, overnight travel on occasion. Why Should You Work for Shamin Hotels? Amazing Benefits! In addition to competitive pay, we offer a range of benefits for full-time associates, including health, dental, vision, accident and short and long term disability insurance, pet insurance, gym membership discounts, Paid time off, Paid holidays, Shamin Perk discounts on tickets, rental cars and attractions, footwear discounts, 401K plan with company match, employee discounts at our branded hotels and more! Endless Opportunities! With over 70 hotels in our portfolio and plans for further expansion, there are endless opportunities for growth and advancement at Shamin Hotels. Whether you're interested in front-line operations, corporate management, or hotel development, we have opportunities for you to shine. Advancement! We're proud of our track record of promoting from within. At Shamin Hotels, we're committed to nurturing talent and providing opportunities for our employees to thrive. Join us and be part of a company where your potential is limited only by your ambition. We look forward to welcoming you to the Shamin Hotels family! JB.0.00.LN
International Sales - NYC, NY MUST HAVE experience working at a FREIGHT FORWARDING Position: International Sales Salary - $65-$80K depending on experience with a commission package ranging from 10-15% which is the highest in the USA freight forwarding Book of Business advantageous Hunter mentality Our Client They are a global logistics company headquartered in Hong Kong, SAR. Starting in 2006 in Asia, our business has expanded very quickly, and we now have offices in all the key markets worldwide. Everyone here strives to satisfy the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamlessly integrated technology. Services include air and ocean freight consolidation and forwarding, bonded warehouse, customs clearance, vendor consolidation, distribution, and other value-added logistics services. Typically, companies we look to hire from our examples below: UPS-SCS Laufer Group AIT OWL OL USA OEC UWL Shipco Vanguard Ecu Line Caro Trans KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 3 years of operational background in freight forwarding operations 3-5 years background in selling freight forwarding services of the international ocean and air freight to and from the USA and domestic and intermodal services in the USA with regard to trucking and rail Proven Annual Gross Profit Results of $340,000 per annum for three straight years minimum Specialization in Asia Ocean Inbound to the USA, USA Ocean Outbound Globally or Air Freight to and from the USA This is a highly specified position, with a non Pharmaceutical vertical specialization. Highly motivated entrepreneurial attitude and personality Preferred candidates would have some retail experience in their background: restaurant waiter, bartender, Starbucks, Foot Locker, Mall Store Sales, fast food cashier, etc Highly organized QUALIFICATIONS 2 years of sales experience with freight forwarding companies. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including effectively communicating with clients and internal teams. A commitment to going above and beyond to fulfill client s needs. High level of organization and time management skills Our client is seeking to hire a Regional Sales/Business Development Manager. The Sales will be responsible for bringing over and maintaining a book of business and growing regional sales of import/export (air/ocean) Internationally. Work with the Branch Manager and Vice President of Sales to grow revenue and exceed targets by promoting and selling our business and driving sales activity through a designated territory. SKILLS/ ABILITIES: Self-motivated and results-driven Outstanding people and communications skills Excellent problem-solving ability Excellent Time Management skills Negotiation and presentation skills
Apr 19, 2024
International Sales - NYC, NY MUST HAVE experience working at a FREIGHT FORWARDING Position: International Sales Salary - $65-$80K depending on experience with a commission package ranging from 10-15% which is the highest in the USA freight forwarding Book of Business advantageous Hunter mentality Our Client They are a global logistics company headquartered in Hong Kong, SAR. Starting in 2006 in Asia, our business has expanded very quickly, and we now have offices in all the key markets worldwide. Everyone here strives to satisfy the increasingly sophisticated needs of international trade through customized solutions and seamlessly integrated technology. Services include air and ocean freight consolidation and forwarding, bonded warehouse, customs clearance, vendor consolidation, distribution, and other value-added logistics services. Typically, companies we look to hire from our examples below: UPS-SCS Laufer Group AIT OWL OL USA OEC UWL Shipco Vanguard Ecu Line Caro Trans KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: 3 years of operational background in freight forwarding operations 3-5 years background in selling freight forwarding services of the international ocean and air freight to and from the USA and domestic and intermodal services in the USA with regard to trucking and rail Proven Annual Gross Profit Results of $340,000 per annum for three straight years minimum Specialization in Asia Ocean Inbound to the USA, USA Ocean Outbound Globally or Air Freight to and from the USA This is a highly specified position, with a non Pharmaceutical vertical specialization. Highly motivated entrepreneurial attitude and personality Preferred candidates would have some retail experience in their background: restaurant waiter, bartender, Starbucks, Foot Locker, Mall Store Sales, fast food cashier, etc Highly organized QUALIFICATIONS 2 years of sales experience with freight forwarding companies. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including effectively communicating with clients and internal teams. A commitment to going above and beyond to fulfill client s needs. High level of organization and time management skills Our client is seeking to hire a Regional Sales/Business Development Manager. The Sales will be responsible for bringing over and maintaining a book of business and growing regional sales of import/export (air/ocean) Internationally. Work with the Branch Manager and Vice President of Sales to grow revenue and exceed targets by promoting and selling our business and driving sales activity through a designated territory. SKILLS/ ABILITIES: Self-motivated and results-driven Outstanding people and communications skills Excellent problem-solving ability Excellent Time Management skills Negotiation and presentation skills
Company Description Job Description This Sr. Specialist position plays a pivotal role in supporting a wide array of global store food safety initiatives. The position will support and lead store food safety risk assessment, standards, auditing, data analysis, reporting, and risk mitigation projects. The position will support the U.S. business and the International business across all regions, as needed. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Supports FSQA, cross-functional, and franchisee team efforts to establish short-term (annual) and long-term (3-5 years) goals and priorities. Supports the execution of key proactive and reactive projects. Supports managers for multiple programs within the store food safety and regulatory "end-to-end" accountability including risk assessment, standards development, audit, data analysis, compliance, escalation, crisis management, and risk mitigation strategy, tactics, and execution. Works closely with Domestic and International FSQA and business teams to ensure that programs are sound and properly implemented. Leads cross-functional teams on relatively complex projects as assigned. Stays up to date with the restaurant food safety landscape and makes continuous improvement recommendations based on emerging information. Supports initiatives within Store Food Safety "Center or Excellence" to support franchisee understanding and compliance with Domino's store food safety standards. Understands and coaches on the "why" and "how" related to store food safety. Supports teammates and franchisees on timely solutions and corrective actions that lead to compliance. Builds franchisee risk reduction capability by developing and implementing training and continuous improvement programs. Qualifications BS degree, preferred in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science or related area. 3+ years experience working in FSQA, regulatory compliance, standards, auditing and/or food manufacturing Ability and comfort to make recommendations with varying levels of information Knowledgeable and fluent in restaurant and food manufacturing and safety standards, auditing schemes and regulations Understanding of or proven ability to learn restaurant and food manufacturing, distribution, and store safety, quality and regulatory environment and translate to actionable standards Able to move in fast paced and dynamic environment. Able to manage projects with modest complexity. Prioritizes, creates action assignments, verifies completion of tasks and follow up Ability to communicate within cross-functional teams, and drive completion of projects and tasks Solid oral and written communication skills. Skills in PC Proficiency in Windows based applications (Power Point, Word, Excel) Travel up to 20% Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Apr 16, 2024
Full time
Company Description Job Description This Sr. Specialist position plays a pivotal role in supporting a wide array of global store food safety initiatives. The position will support and lead store food safety risk assessment, standards, auditing, data analysis, reporting, and risk mitigation projects. The position will support the U.S. business and the International business across all regions, as needed. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Supports FSQA, cross-functional, and franchisee team efforts to establish short-term (annual) and long-term (3-5 years) goals and priorities. Supports the execution of key proactive and reactive projects. Supports managers for multiple programs within the store food safety and regulatory "end-to-end" accountability including risk assessment, standards development, audit, data analysis, compliance, escalation, crisis management, and risk mitigation strategy, tactics, and execution. Works closely with Domestic and International FSQA and business teams to ensure that programs are sound and properly implemented. Leads cross-functional teams on relatively complex projects as assigned. Stays up to date with the restaurant food safety landscape and makes continuous improvement recommendations based on emerging information. Supports initiatives within Store Food Safety "Center or Excellence" to support franchisee understanding and compliance with Domino's store food safety standards. Understands and coaches on the "why" and "how" related to store food safety. Supports teammates and franchisees on timely solutions and corrective actions that lead to compliance. Builds franchisee risk reduction capability by developing and implementing training and continuous improvement programs. Qualifications BS degree, preferred in Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Food Science or related area. 3+ years experience working in FSQA, regulatory compliance, standards, auditing and/or food manufacturing Ability and comfort to make recommendations with varying levels of information Knowledgeable and fluent in restaurant and food manufacturing and safety standards, auditing schemes and regulations Understanding of or proven ability to learn restaurant and food manufacturing, distribution, and store safety, quality and regulatory environment and translate to actionable standards Able to move in fast paced and dynamic environment. Able to manage projects with modest complexity. Prioritizes, creates action assignments, verifies completion of tasks and follow up Ability to communicate within cross-functional teams, and drive completion of projects and tasks Solid oral and written communication skills. Skills in PC Proficiency in Windows based applications (Power Point, Word, Excel) Travel up to 20% Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Apr 09, 2024
Full time
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Apr 09, 2024
Full time
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Apr 09, 2024
Full time
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Apr 09, 2024
Full time
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Apr 09, 2024
Full time
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Apr 09, 2024
Full time
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Apr 09, 2024
Full time
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Apr 09, 2024
Full time
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Apr 09, 2024
Full time
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Apr 09, 2024
Full time
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Apr 09, 2024
Full time
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs
Apr 04, 2024
Full time
Pay: $0 per year - $0 per year The Director of Food & Beverage leads and manages all operational teams, concepts and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge. The successful candidate must quickly develop an understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish close working relationships throughout the Lodge and organization. Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Complete oversight responsibility for all; functions, programs, systems, procedures and operational performance for food & beverage department. Establish procedures and manage constancy for delivery of food and beverage service operations that meets all goals related to budgets and KPI matrixes for: revenue, cost, margins, profit, guest capture optimization, guest satisfaction/NPS, staff engagement and eNPS, audits and safety. Strategically and tactically drive business output and profitability: food and beverage sales, guest capacity and capture optimization, average check, and COGS/Margin management. Meet food and beverage financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food and Beverage Department to meet the daily needs of the operation. Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub departments Assist all managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desire standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotion Achieve restaurant operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing production, productivity, quality, and customer-service standards; resolving problems; completing audits; identifying trends; determining system improvements; implementing change Controls food and beverage costs by reviewing portion control and quantities of preparation, minimizing waste and ensuring high quality of preparation; Implement effective control of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub departments Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture with adherence to systems, schedules, policies and procedures. Guiding Purchasing Manager, Executive Chef and FOH Managers on highest standards and accuracies for: order forecasting, inventory control and on property distribution of food, beverages, supplies, equipment and disposables Responsible for recruiting, hiring, onboarding & training, assigning, scheduling, coaching and counseling employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation actions; enforcing policies and procedures Plan and administer a training and development program within the department, which will provide well-trained employees at all levels and permit advancement for those persons qualified and interested in career development Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer acceptance of the individual restaurants and banquet service and recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever declining or constant sales imply dissatisfaction by the customers, a material change in the make-up or the customer market, or a change in the competitive environment Maintains safe, secure, and healthy environment by establishing, following and enforcing food safety and sanitation standards and procedures; complying with all Great Wolf Lodge and local/federal written standards, policies, procedures and laws. Ensures all operations conform to regulations of the alcoholic beverages commission Maintain accurate and up to date operations documentation for all food and beverage service areas. Ensuring all F&B technology systems are updated for optimal and effective use Maintain and manage Jolt/Audit FOH system and functionalities. Ensure compliance and highest standards of all food safety, sanitation and HACCP codes, requirements, regulations, company policy and laws. Develops positive working relationships with all lines of business, all other functional leaders Support Corporate Food & Beverage and peers with additional projects Be an ambassador and active participant of the organization's shared values and customer service programs. Volunteer to support and partake in task-force/project activities that positively benefit the organization, lodges and department. Required Qualifications & Skills: Associates Degree in Hospitality Management or similar Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operation, services and programs Documented track record of successfully developing, managing and implementing organizational, operational, and system changes through organizational growth. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage: products, recipes, categories, programs, origins and trends. Demonstrated proficiency in restaurant, banquet, bar and QSR outlet: services, sales, promotions, marketing, guest capture optimization, check value optimization and controls. Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food production forecasting, waste management and yield management. Exceptional service mind-set. Demonstrated methodological and systematic approach to: problem solving, identifying system and operational defects, create solutions and implementing improvements. Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs Strong technology systems experience including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement and Microsoft Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations: methodology, configurations, functions, policies and procedures. Demonstrated strong financial acumen including experience in: P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls and financial performance optimization Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development and mentorship programs. Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management or similar a plus Experience leading and managing leaders Well versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology. Excellent relationship and trust building skills with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally - professional image that inspires trust and confidence. Highly self-motivated, strong work ethic, and continuous improvement attitude; ability to suggest and implement best practices. Experience with diversity, inclusion and unconscious bias culture and programs