Rubenstein Forum
Chicago, Illinois
Overview We are looking for a highly motivated and analytical individual to join our team as the Senior Food and Beverage Manager. This individual is an initiative-taking solution seeker, they lead by example, don't settle for the normal, and continuously encourage and engage their team members. They will assist in providing the strategic leadership required to achieve the fiduciary and quality goals for the Food and Beverage operations. They will ensure the effective and efficient operation of all facets of Food and Beverage operations, while improving on the current model and be responsible for managing in a manner consistent with the mission, operating philosophy, standards, and values of the Benchmark . The David Rubenstein Forum is a University-wide facility for scholarly and academic discourse on campus. The venue supports and promotes inquiry, the open exchange of ideas, and the power of academic, interdisciplinary convening. The Forum is located at the intersection of East 60th Street and Woodlawn Avenue. It serves as a place where scholars gather and exchange ideas through activities that range from talks and workshops to multi-day conferences that span academic disciplines. The facility provides spaces and amenities that are not currently available on campus, including highly collaborative, well-appointed meeting and event rooms commensurate with the types of conferences, special events, workshops, and meetings that University faculty and academic departments host. The building has a sustainable design target of LEED Gold. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Serves as manager-on-duty when present and supervise staff to ensure service standards are consistently met or exceeded. Open and close the restaurant or banquets as needed, with a minimum of one restaurant closing shift per week. Monitor customer feedback, resolve issues, and strive to continuously improve the overall dining experience for gue Manage complaints from staff by creating and providing solutions that will result in a positive outcome. Assist the Director of Operations in managing the operating budget; monitors and takes corrective action as necessary to help assure that budgeted sales and cost goals are attained. Assist the Banquets Management team as needed within the banquet operation. Acts as Banquet MOD in their absence if applicable. A ssures a high standard of appearance, setup, and cleanliness of dining areas ; and takes necessary action to correct any issues in a timely manner. Maintain health and safety standards in compliance with City of Chicago Department of Public Health code. Create staff schedules to ensure efficiency is met and budgeted labor is not exceeded. Manages and properly codes product invoices before submitting to the Accounting Department. Manage inventory, par levels, and purchasing for the restaurant and banquets to ensure we have all products in house to execute successful service in all F&B outlets. Perform and manage month end inventory. Responsible for the acquisition and recruitment of front of house staff, including advertising, interviewing, hiring, and training of all personnel. Creates and implements Skills Training Outlines for all operational roles and duties. Consults daily with the Executive Chef and Sous Chef to obtain daily menu updates, maintain food quality, menu integrity. Consult weekly with Director of Banquets and other administrators to help assure the highest level of efficiency in F&B Operations. Implement strategies to maximize restaurant sales and profitability. Responsible for the maintenance, programming and daily functionality of equipment including but not limited to point-of-sale terminals and printers, reservation platform, credit card processors, beer taps, beverage coolers, dishwasher, coffee and espresso maker, soda, and ice machines. Oversee and run daily Pre-shift meetings to inspire, inform and educate the staff on daily F&B menu offerings, guests dining needs and steps of service. Host weekly Managers meeting to present service and operational initiatives and current events. Oversee large party, semiprivate and private bookings of Bar David, from initial inquiry, menu planning and costing, to the day of execution. Assist with all events and attends BEO meetings to ensure proper execution of events. MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: Respond to any reasonable task assigned by your immediate supervisor or General Manager. Assist in all outlets and Banquets when needed. Other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor. Responsibilities QUALIFICATIONS: (EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, & WORK EXPERIENCE) â€" Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Restaurant, or Culinary Management is preferred. â€" Five years of progressive restaurant and banquet event experience preferred. â€" Two years of management experience preferred. Previous experience as a Food and Beverage Manager in a luxury hotel and or full-service resort, a plus. â€" Open availability and flexible schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed. â€" Knowledge of Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, POS System(s) and online reservations sites required. â€" Manager Serve Safe certified with City of Chicago certification and BASSET certified within allotted time designated after starting position is required. â€" Ability to make quick decisions in high stress situations. â€" Excellent customer service skills. â€" Ability to lead, teach and mentor staff about proper service skills. â€" Pleasant and positive personality. â€" Well organized. â€" Proactive Manager with focus on accountability practices. PI5d70dd99584f-1284
Overview We are looking for a highly motivated and analytical individual to join our team as the Senior Food and Beverage Manager. This individual is an initiative-taking solution seeker, they lead by example, don't settle for the normal, and continuously encourage and engage their team members. They will assist in providing the strategic leadership required to achieve the fiduciary and quality goals for the Food and Beverage operations. They will ensure the effective and efficient operation of all facets of Food and Beverage operations, while improving on the current model and be responsible for managing in a manner consistent with the mission, operating philosophy, standards, and values of the Benchmark . The David Rubenstein Forum is a University-wide facility for scholarly and academic discourse on campus. The venue supports and promotes inquiry, the open exchange of ideas, and the power of academic, interdisciplinary convening. The Forum is located at the intersection of East 60th Street and Woodlawn Avenue. It serves as a place where scholars gather and exchange ideas through activities that range from talks and workshops to multi-day conferences that span academic disciplines. The facility provides spaces and amenities that are not currently available on campus, including highly collaborative, well-appointed meeting and event rooms commensurate with the types of conferences, special events, workshops, and meetings that University faculty and academic departments host. The building has a sustainable design target of LEED Gold. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Serves as manager-on-duty when present and supervise staff to ensure service standards are consistently met or exceeded. Open and close the restaurant or banquets as needed, with a minimum of one restaurant closing shift per week. Monitor customer feedback, resolve issues, and strive to continuously improve the overall dining experience for gue Manage complaints from staff by creating and providing solutions that will result in a positive outcome. Assist the Director of Operations in managing the operating budget; monitors and takes corrective action as necessary to help assure that budgeted sales and cost goals are attained. Assist the Banquets Management team as needed within the banquet operation. Acts as Banquet MOD in their absence if applicable. A ssures a high standard of appearance, setup, and cleanliness of dining areas ; and takes necessary action to correct any issues in a timely manner. Maintain health and safety standards in compliance with City of Chicago Department of Public Health code. Create staff schedules to ensure efficiency is met and budgeted labor is not exceeded. Manages and properly codes product invoices before submitting to the Accounting Department. Manage inventory, par levels, and purchasing for the restaurant and banquets to ensure we have all products in house to execute successful service in all F&B outlets. Perform and manage month end inventory. Responsible for the acquisition and recruitment of front of house staff, including advertising, interviewing, hiring, and training of all personnel. Creates and implements Skills Training Outlines for all operational roles and duties. Consults daily with the Executive Chef and Sous Chef to obtain daily menu updates, maintain food quality, menu integrity. Consult weekly with Director of Banquets and other administrators to help assure the highest level of efficiency in F&B Operations. Implement strategies to maximize restaurant sales and profitability. Responsible for the maintenance, programming and daily functionality of equipment including but not limited to point-of-sale terminals and printers, reservation platform, credit card processors, beer taps, beverage coolers, dishwasher, coffee and espresso maker, soda, and ice machines. Oversee and run daily Pre-shift meetings to inspire, inform and educate the staff on daily F&B menu offerings, guests dining needs and steps of service. Host weekly Managers meeting to present service and operational initiatives and current events. Oversee large party, semiprivate and private bookings of Bar David, from initial inquiry, menu planning and costing, to the day of execution. Assist with all events and attends BEO meetings to ensure proper execution of events. MARGINAL FUNCTIONS: Respond to any reasonable task assigned by your immediate supervisor or General Manager. Assist in all outlets and Banquets when needed. Other duties as assigned by Manager or Supervisor. Responsibilities QUALIFICATIONS: (EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, & WORK EXPERIENCE) â€" Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Restaurant, or Culinary Management is preferred. â€" Five years of progressive restaurant and banquet event experience preferred. â€" Two years of management experience preferred. Previous experience as a Food and Beverage Manager in a luxury hotel and or full-service resort, a plus. â€" Open availability and flexible schedule, able to work evenings, weekends, and holidays when needed. â€" Knowledge of Microsoft Office: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, POS System(s) and online reservations sites required. â€" Manager Serve Safe certified with City of Chicago certification and BASSET certified within allotted time designated after starting position is required. â€" Ability to make quick decisions in high stress situations. â€" Excellent customer service skills. â€" Ability to lead, teach and mentor staff about proper service skills. â€" Pleasant and positive personality. â€" Well organized. â€" Proactive Manager with focus on accountability practices. PI5d70dd99584f-1284
Aimbridge Hospitality
Dallas, Texas
Job Summary The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for assuring attentive friendly courteous and efficient service in all F&B Outlets Room Service Lounge and Banquets while maintaining adherence to budgeted payroll and overhead cost. He/she is also responsible for continually working towards improving Restaurant Room Service Lounge and Banquet sales revenues to exceed budget. Exempt associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities. Exempt managers must customarily and regular direct the work of at least 3 full-time associates or their equivalents. Primary duties must consist of administrative executive or professional tasks more than 50 percent of the time and job duties must also involve the use of discretion and independent judgement more than 50 percent of the time. Responsibilities QUALIFICATIONS: At least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field; or a 2-year college degree and 3 or more years of related experience; or a 4-year college degree and at least 1 year of related experience. Must be proficient in Windows operating systems Company approved spreadsheets and word processing. Supervisory experience required. Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly. Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately. Must work well in stressful high pressure situations. Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure. Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace including anticipating preventing identifying and solving problems as necessary. Must have the ability to assimilate complex information data etc. from disparate sources and consider adjust or modify to meet the constraints of the particular need. Must be effective at listening to understanding clarifying and resolving the concerns and issues raised by co-workers and guests. Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data and basic arithmetic functions. RESPONSIBILITIES: Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive friendly courteous and service-oriented manner. Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Aimbridge Hospitality's standards as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel. Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working (per brand standards). Comply at all times with Aimbridge Hospitality's standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations. Comply with certification requirements as applicable for position to include: Food Handlers Alcohol Awareness CPR and First Aid Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times. Be familiar with the organization of the hotel and know the function of each department. Ensure training of all Food and Beverage/Banquet personnel using the steps to effective training according to Aimbridge Hospitality's standards. Maintain follow-through of all guest requests problems complaints and/or accidents which occur in the Restaurant Room Service Lounge or Banquets. Motivate coach counsel and discipline all F&B personnel according to company S.O.P.'s. Review F&B staff's worked hours for payroll compilation and submit to Accounting on a timely basis. Be responsible for developing a manager as assigned by the Corporate Office including sign-off on all competencies and assist in his/her placement. Attend weekly staff meetings and provide training on a rotational basis using the steps to effective training according to company standards. Prepare and conduct all F&B interviews and follow hiring procedures according to company S.O.P.'s. Prepare employee shift schedule according to the business forecast payroll budget guidelines and productivity requirements. Present the schedule with the Wage Progress Report to the G.M. weekly. Ensure that wage progress and productivity reports are completed accurately and on a timely basis. Conduct all 90 day and annual employee performance appraisals according to company S.O.P.'s. Ensure implementation of all Aimbridge Hospitality's policies and house rules. Assist in developing and ensure implementation of Food and Beverage promotional ideas. Ensure all beverage costs are maintained to meet budget. Focus the F&B Department on their role in contributing to the guest service scores. Ensure compliance to company training using the steps to effective training according to Aimbridge Hospitality's standards. Maintain company S.O.P.'s regarding purchase orders vouchering of invoices and checkbook accounting. Develop initiate and promote sales including up selling programs for use by all service personnel. Ensure Aimbridge Hospitality's service standards are maintained throughout the Food and Beverage/Banquet Department. Participate in required M.O.D. coverage as scheduled. Initiate all necessary F&B-related reports according to company standards. Complete all Food and Beverage forecasting and budgeting in a timely and efficient manner. Ensure that F&B employees are at all times attentive friendly helpful and courteous to guests all other employees and managers. Ensure that the quarterly operating equipment inventory is done pars are evaluated and quarterly purchases are planned. Maintain all Aimbridge Hospitality's S.O.P.'s concerning credit policies. React to negative trends in market place by implementing food and beverage blitzes and promotions. Organize and conduct monthly department meetings with restaurant and lounge staff and weekly F&B meeting according to Aimbridge Hospitality's standards. Attend daily BEO meeting. Conduct beverage purchasing as needed. Purchase Food & Beverage operating equipment as needed. Conduct monthly beverage inventories and reconciliations. Ensure that the quality and presentation of all food products are according to Aimbridge Hospitality's standard. Maintain a professional working relationship and promote open lines of communication with managers employees and other departments. Oversee the operations of the Banquet department. Use the hotel's P.O.S. system to print reports. Analyze reports generated. Establish and maintain key control system. Complete monthly meu analysis and submit to the Corporate Office. Monitor and follow up on all Food and Beverage cash overages and shortages. Assist the General Manager and Engineering Department in implementing and maintaining emergency procedures. Maintain an organized and comprehensive filing system with documentation of purchases vouchering schedules forecasts reports and tracking logs. Complete all required correspondence in a timely and efficient manner. Attend monthly all-employee meetings and any other functions required by management. Maintain close communication links with all employees. Provide a motivating influence and seek input regarding food and beverage issues from employees. Ensure a high level of positive communication exists between the Food & Beverage and Food Production staffs. Perform P.O.S. changes in menus or additions/deletions of servers as necessary. Handle items for “Lost and Foundâ€_ according to the standards. Maintain required pars of all stock. Review food sales for accuracy daily. Perform any other duties as requested by the General Manager. Property Details Praised as the first modern American hotel when it opened in 1956, The Statler, Curio Collection by Hilton, offers guests a genuine Dallas experience. This resilient 19-story landmark established Dallas as an epicenter for business and entertainment. In addition to the largest convention space in the southwest, the hotel boasted many firsts including elevator music and the city's first and only heliport. Numerous celebrities performed in the Grand Ballroom including the Jackson 5 and Tony Bennett. The Statler symbolizes the heart and soul of Dallas and delivers the style and comfort you expect from a downtown Dallas hotel. Our newly renovated rooms and suites maintain a retro-forward décor and offer high-performance features including concierge iPads, mounted Smart HDTVs, complimentary WiFi and Nespresso coffee makers. Travelers can select a corporate suite for extra space with a separate living area and great views or spoil themselves with a Presidential Suite. Dining at The Statler will never go under the radar. Our restaurants include an all-day retro diner, a gastro Asian pub, and a social club boasting food and fun with billiards, ping pong, foosball, cornhole, and bowling. Our two bars include a rooftop pool clubroom and subterranean bourbon library. The Statler offers plenty of leisure opportunities including a rooftop pool and lounge, a multi-use fitness center, bowling and games, pop-up retail shopping and the relaxing garden court. With nine meeting spaces ranging from 250 to 12,437 sq. ft., everyone will find this to be the perfect downtown Dallas venue. Company Overview As the global leader in third-party hotel management, our growing portfolio represents over 1,550 hotels in all 50 states and 22 countries, from top international lodging brands to luxury hotels, destination resorts and lifestyle hotels. Our associates around the globe are passionate about serving our guests and driving exceptional results, and thrive in a culture where everyone is inspired to be the best. Join a world of possibility with Aimbridge Hospitality. Benefits After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following: Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income Term Life and AD&D Insurance Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Program 401k Retirement Plan
Job Summary The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for assuring attentive friendly courteous and efficient service in all F&B Outlets Room Service Lounge and Banquets while maintaining adherence to budgeted payroll and overhead cost. He/she is also responsible for continually working towards improving Restaurant Room Service Lounge and Banquet sales revenues to exceed budget. Exempt associates are expected to work as much of each workday as is necessary to complete their job responsibilities. Exempt managers must customarily and regular direct the work of at least 3 full-time associates or their equivalents. Primary duties must consist of administrative executive or professional tasks more than 50 percent of the time and job duties must also involve the use of discretion and independent judgement more than 50 percent of the time. Responsibilities QUALIFICATIONS: At least 5 years of progressive experience in a hotel or a related field; or a 2-year college degree and 3 or more years of related experience; or a 4-year college degree and at least 1 year of related experience. Must be proficient in Windows operating systems Company approved spreadsheets and word processing. Supervisory experience required. Must be able to convey information and ideas clearly. Must be able to evaluate and select among alternative courses of action quickly and accurately. Must work well in stressful high pressure situations. Must maintain composure and objectivity under pressure. Must be effective in handling problems in the workplace including anticipating preventing identifying and solving problems as necessary. Must have the ability to assimilate complex information data etc. from disparate sources and consider adjust or modify to meet the constraints of the particular need. Must be effective at listening to understanding clarifying and resolving the concerns and issues raised by co-workers and guests. Must be able to work with and understand financial information and data and basic arithmetic functions. RESPONSIBILITIES: Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive friendly courteous and service-oriented manner. Maintain regular attendance in compliance with Aimbridge Hospitality's standards as required by scheduling which will vary according to the needs of the hotel. Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming which include wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working (per brand standards). Comply at all times with Aimbridge Hospitality's standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient hotel operations. Comply with certification requirements as applicable for position to include: Food Handlers Alcohol Awareness CPR and First Aid Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor at all times. Be familiar with the organization of the hotel and know the function of each department. Ensure training of all Food and Beverage/Banquet personnel using the steps to effective training according to Aimbridge Hospitality's standards. Maintain follow-through of all guest requests problems complaints and/or accidents which occur in the Restaurant Room Service Lounge or Banquets. Motivate coach counsel and discipline all F&B personnel according to company S.O.P.'s. Review F&B staff's worked hours for payroll compilation and submit to Accounting on a timely basis. Be responsible for developing a manager as assigned by the Corporate Office including sign-off on all competencies and assist in his/her placement. Attend weekly staff meetings and provide training on a rotational basis using the steps to effective training according to company standards. Prepare and conduct all F&B interviews and follow hiring procedures according to company S.O.P.'s. Prepare employee shift schedule according to the business forecast payroll budget guidelines and productivity requirements. Present the schedule with the Wage Progress Report to the G.M. weekly. Ensure that wage progress and productivity reports are completed accurately and on a timely basis. Conduct all 90 day and annual employee performance appraisals according to company S.O.P.'s. Ensure implementation of all Aimbridge Hospitality's policies and house rules. Assist in developing and ensure implementation of Food and Beverage promotional ideas. Ensure all beverage costs are maintained to meet budget. Focus the F&B Department on their role in contributing to the guest service scores. Ensure compliance to company training using the steps to effective training according to Aimbridge Hospitality's standards. Maintain company S.O.P.'s regarding purchase orders vouchering of invoices and checkbook accounting. Develop initiate and promote sales including up selling programs for use by all service personnel. Ensure Aimbridge Hospitality's service standards are maintained throughout the Food and Beverage/Banquet Department. Participate in required M.O.D. coverage as scheduled. Initiate all necessary F&B-related reports according to company standards. Complete all Food and Beverage forecasting and budgeting in a timely and efficient manner. Ensure that F&B employees are at all times attentive friendly helpful and courteous to guests all other employees and managers. Ensure that the quarterly operating equipment inventory is done pars are evaluated and quarterly purchases are planned. Maintain all Aimbridge Hospitality's S.O.P.'s concerning credit policies. React to negative trends in market place by implementing food and beverage blitzes and promotions. Organize and conduct monthly department meetings with restaurant and lounge staff and weekly F&B meeting according to Aimbridge Hospitality's standards. Attend daily BEO meeting. Conduct beverage purchasing as needed. Purchase Food & Beverage operating equipment as needed. Conduct monthly beverage inventories and reconciliations. Ensure that the quality and presentation of all food products are according to Aimbridge Hospitality's standard. Maintain a professional working relationship and promote open lines of communication with managers employees and other departments. Oversee the operations of the Banquet department. Use the hotel's P.O.S. system to print reports. Analyze reports generated. Establish and maintain key control system. Complete monthly meu analysis and submit to the Corporate Office. Monitor and follow up on all Food and Beverage cash overages and shortages. Assist the General Manager and Engineering Department in implementing and maintaining emergency procedures. Maintain an organized and comprehensive filing system with documentation of purchases vouchering schedules forecasts reports and tracking logs. Complete all required correspondence in a timely and efficient manner. Attend monthly all-employee meetings and any other functions required by management. Maintain close communication links with all employees. Provide a motivating influence and seek input regarding food and beverage issues from employees. Ensure a high level of positive communication exists between the Food & Beverage and Food Production staffs. Perform P.O.S. changes in menus or additions/deletions of servers as necessary. Handle items for “Lost and Foundâ€_ according to the standards. Maintain required pars of all stock. Review food sales for accuracy daily. Perform any other duties as requested by the General Manager. Property Details Praised as the first modern American hotel when it opened in 1956, The Statler, Curio Collection by Hilton, offers guests a genuine Dallas experience. This resilient 19-story landmark established Dallas as an epicenter for business and entertainment. In addition to the largest convention space in the southwest, the hotel boasted many firsts including elevator music and the city's first and only heliport. Numerous celebrities performed in the Grand Ballroom including the Jackson 5 and Tony Bennett. The Statler symbolizes the heart and soul of Dallas and delivers the style and comfort you expect from a downtown Dallas hotel. Our newly renovated rooms and suites maintain a retro-forward décor and offer high-performance features including concierge iPads, mounted Smart HDTVs, complimentary WiFi and Nespresso coffee makers. Travelers can select a corporate suite for extra space with a separate living area and great views or spoil themselves with a Presidential Suite. Dining at The Statler will never go under the radar. Our restaurants include an all-day retro diner, a gastro Asian pub, and a social club boasting food and fun with billiards, ping pong, foosball, cornhole, and bowling. Our two bars include a rooftop pool clubroom and subterranean bourbon library. The Statler offers plenty of leisure opportunities including a rooftop pool and lounge, a multi-use fitness center, bowling and games, pop-up retail shopping and the relaxing garden court. With nine meeting spaces ranging from 250 to 12,437 sq. ft., everyone will find this to be the perfect downtown Dallas venue. Company Overview As the global leader in third-party hotel management, our growing portfolio represents over 1,550 hotels in all 50 states and 22 countries, from top international lodging brands to luxury hotels, destination resorts and lifestyle hotels. Our associates around the globe are passionate about serving our guests and driving exceptional results, and thrive in a culture where everyone is inspired to be the best. Join a world of possibility with Aimbridge Hospitality. Benefits After an initial waiting period, those hired into full time positions are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes the following: Now offering Daily Pay! Ask your Recruiter for more details Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income Term Life and AD&D Insurance Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Program 401k Retirement Plan