Year Round We are looking for people who are passionate about life and what they do. People who love the mountain lifestyle and who want to be at Snowshoe! We seek qualified candidates that exemplify our Core Values of Honoring Authenticity, Embracing Empowerment, Cultivating Collaboration, and Prioritizing Purpose. Our goal at Snowshoe is to provide exceptional mountain experiences for our guests, employees, and community. We do so by embracing authenticity, celebrating our differences, and finding ways we can all connect through our shared passion for the mountain. At Snowshoe everyone is welcome, and we encourage you to be yourself. Simply put, you belong up here and we can't wait to see you on the mountain! Work, Play, Get Paid and Enjoy the Perks: Free skiing + riding privileges with direct to lift access at 14 iconic resorts including: Snowshoe Mountain, Stratton, Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, Steamboat and more! 401(k) plan (Available to any employee over the age of 18) 12 Discounted Friends and Family $25 Winter Lift Ticket Vouchers 30% - 45% off Snowshoe food & beverage locations (excludes alcohol) 30% off soft goods and 15% off hard goods at Snowshoe owned retail locations. Pro Deals from some of the industries top brands such as Smartwool, Smith, Dakine and North Face POSITION SUMMARY Join us in bringing a little spice to the mountain life here at Snowshoe as an Outlet Chef at our Sunset Cantina location. Sunset Cantina is centrally located in our main village area, known for delicious house-made margaritas, and serving traditional Southwest dishes with a twist. To provide an expedited and precise food product for Snowshoe Mountain, WV. Number of positions that report directly to this position: up to 30 (varies by outlet). Titles of positions that report directly to this position: Sous Chef/Line Cooks/Utility workers. RESORT OVERVIEW, CULTURE AND VISION Snowshoe is the premier destination for Mid-Atlantic and Southeast winter and summer enthusiasts. We offer 257 acres of skiable terrain, 1500 vertical feet, 61 ski trails and the best snow around. In the summer, our Bike Park is recognized as one of the best in the US. Enjoy our world class events, cool mountain temperatures, beautiful vistas and 11,000 acres of unspoiled wilderness. We hope to see you on the mountain soon. OUR VALUES Our organizational values describe our shared beliefs, the principles important to our organization; how we want to treat each other and our guests. Honoring Authenticity, Embracing Empowerment, Cultivating Collaboration, Prioritizing Purpose PERKS & BENEFITS Free season pass (summer/winter) Friends and family discounts and vouchers Pro deals with top industry brands Retail, lodging, and dining discounts at Snowshoe owned establishments Opportunities to grow your career and professional skills ESSENTIAL DUTIES This position is responsible for the following: Manage all aspects of the kitchen including operational, quality and administrative functions Actively seek verbal feedback from customers on a regular basis and respond to all guest queries in a timely and efficient manner. Ensuring adequate resources are available according to business needs Manage the provision of food to assigned outlet and taking action where necessary to ensure compliance with current legislation Control costs without compromising standards, improving gross profit margins and other departmental and financial targets Ensure team members have an up-to-date knowledge of menu items, special promotions, functions and events Maintain good communication and work relationships in all hotel areas Ensure that staffing levels are maintained to cover business demands Ensure monthly communication meetings are conducted and post-meeting minutes generated Manage staff performance issues in compliance with company policies and procedures Recruit, manage, train and develop the kitchen team Comply with public safety, fire regulations and all health and safety and food safety legislation Ensure maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues are dealt with in a timely manner Manage financial performance of the department so all planning is in line with resort objectives Ensure food control systems are adhered to so margins are on target Regular review of all menus with Executive Chef to confirm offerings are in line with market trends and company objectives Be environmentally aware Perform any other job related duties as assigned This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of this resort and position, the responsibilities of this position may change. QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS Strong knife handling skills Experience with ovens, grills, broilers, saute, fryers and other culinary instruments Knowledge of safe food handling Requires practical knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession. This includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or complex problems and food and beverage management. Leadership skills to motivate and develop staff and to ensure accomplishment of goals. Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines DIRECT EXPERIENCE Education: Two+ years of post-high school education, culinary education is desirable. Resort experience preferred. West Virginia Food Handlers Certificate required. Experience: Five+ years of employment in a related position Experience managing a kitchen and developing staff Experience managing food costs Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills Accountable and resilient Committed to delivering a high level of customer service Ability to work under pressure Intermediate food hygiene qualification Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations LEADERSHIP Understands business complexities and assumes responsibility for driving change Leads employees or teams of employees to achieve goals Guides employees through periods of change, even during difficult times or in the face of hard business decisions Exhibits honesty, integrity in an environment of mutual respect and trust, core values, reliability ENGAGEMENT Is inquisitive and curious, always asking questions; Seeks new and/or different or ways to improve the business; Thinks outside the box Is recognized by others (internally and externally) as being engaged in their role, and someone who can often see things that others have not Inspires, motivates, develops, energizes, and creates engaged employees, with a solid record of employee retention Demonstrates true passion for the job, the resort, and the company overall Displays rigorous commitment to the environment, financial and safety of self, business, and inherent risks through stewardship. COMMUNICATION Communicates clearly and appropriately - both orally and in writing Responds to questions or requests in a timely manner Conducts regular one-on-one and departmental meetings to ensure a good flow of information Recognizes and rewards the achievement of his/her team and others; Ensures thank-yous are delivered All communication is down home and strives to improve upon a high level of guest service in a friendly manner Proficient in use of technology to include Excel, Word, the Internet, desktop publishing and database management software programs. Is able to learn quickly those applications not known. DELIVERY Achieves high-quality business outcomes for the division as well as delivering good results that help the business overall Delivers highly accurate end-work product personally and through overseeing others Able to analyze numbers and draw conclusions from statistical information Meets or exceeds financial goals, budgets, forecasts Creates successful strategies that produce results, but is also willing to accept responsibility for shortfalls when appropriate Ensures a guest driven atmosphere and improves commitment to a service level that exceed our guests' expectations FLEXIBILITY Adapts and is flexible to changing business circumstances across a season, a fiscal year, and/or multiple years; Exhibits willingness to change Adjusts budgets and reforecasts as needed across the year based on changing business needs Exhibits flexibility in their thinking, will bend when needed, and will lobby others to change when necessary Inspires a unified team through understanding was is required for successful, cooperative and fun team success TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Any employee or volunteer who operates a company vehicle including cars, trucks, snowcats, snowmobiles, or heavy equipment is required to comply with the Driver's Standards Policy. This policy also applies to employees or volunteers driving their personal vehicles for company business more than four times per month, averaging 30+ miles per trip . click apply for full job details
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Year Round We are looking for people who are passionate about life and what they do. People who love the mountain lifestyle and who want to be at Snowshoe! We seek qualified candidates that exemplify our Core Values of Honoring Authenticity, Embracing Empowerment, Cultivating Collaboration, and Prioritizing Purpose. Our goal at Snowshoe is to provide exceptional mountain experiences for our guests, employees, and community. We do so by embracing authenticity, celebrating our differences, and finding ways we can all connect through our shared passion for the mountain. At Snowshoe everyone is welcome, and we encourage you to be yourself. Simply put, you belong up here and we can't wait to see you on the mountain! Work, Play, Get Paid and Enjoy the Perks: Free skiing + riding privileges with direct to lift access at 14 iconic resorts including: Snowshoe Mountain, Stratton, Palisades Tahoe, Mammoth Mountain, Steamboat and more! 401(k) plan (Available to any employee over the age of 18) 12 Discounted Friends and Family $25 Winter Lift Ticket Vouchers 30% - 45% off Snowshoe food & beverage locations (excludes alcohol) 30% off soft goods and 15% off hard goods at Snowshoe owned retail locations. Pro Deals from some of the industries top brands such as Smartwool, Smith, Dakine and North Face POSITION SUMMARY Join us in bringing a little spice to the mountain life here at Snowshoe as an Outlet Chef at our Sunset Cantina location. Sunset Cantina is centrally located in our main village area, known for delicious house-made margaritas, and serving traditional Southwest dishes with a twist. To provide an expedited and precise food product for Snowshoe Mountain, WV. Number of positions that report directly to this position: up to 30 (varies by outlet). Titles of positions that report directly to this position: Sous Chef/Line Cooks/Utility workers. RESORT OVERVIEW, CULTURE AND VISION Snowshoe is the premier destination for Mid-Atlantic and Southeast winter and summer enthusiasts. We offer 257 acres of skiable terrain, 1500 vertical feet, 61 ski trails and the best snow around. In the summer, our Bike Park is recognized as one of the best in the US. Enjoy our world class events, cool mountain temperatures, beautiful vistas and 11,000 acres of unspoiled wilderness. We hope to see you on the mountain soon. OUR VALUES Our organizational values describe our shared beliefs, the principles important to our organization; how we want to treat each other and our guests. Honoring Authenticity, Embracing Empowerment, Cultivating Collaboration, Prioritizing Purpose PERKS & BENEFITS Free season pass (summer/winter) Friends and family discounts and vouchers Pro deals with top industry brands Retail, lodging, and dining discounts at Snowshoe owned establishments Opportunities to grow your career and professional skills ESSENTIAL DUTIES This position is responsible for the following: Manage all aspects of the kitchen including operational, quality and administrative functions Actively seek verbal feedback from customers on a regular basis and respond to all guest queries in a timely and efficient manner. Ensuring adequate resources are available according to business needs Manage the provision of food to assigned outlet and taking action where necessary to ensure compliance with current legislation Control costs without compromising standards, improving gross profit margins and other departmental and financial targets Ensure team members have an up-to-date knowledge of menu items, special promotions, functions and events Maintain good communication and work relationships in all hotel areas Ensure that staffing levels are maintained to cover business demands Ensure monthly communication meetings are conducted and post-meeting minutes generated Manage staff performance issues in compliance with company policies and procedures Recruit, manage, train and develop the kitchen team Comply with public safety, fire regulations and all health and safety and food safety legislation Ensure maintenance, hygiene and hazard issues are dealt with in a timely manner Manage financial performance of the department so all planning is in line with resort objectives Ensure food control systems are adhered to so margins are on target Regular review of all menus with Executive Chef to confirm offerings are in line with market trends and company objectives Be environmentally aware Perform any other job related duties as assigned This job description is an overview of the scope of responsibilities and is not intended to be an inclusive list of job tasks and expectations. With the evolution of this resort and position, the responsibilities of this position may change. QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS Strong knife handling skills Experience with ovens, grills, broilers, saute, fryers and other culinary instruments Knowledge of safe food handling Requires practical knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession. This includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or complex problems and food and beverage management. Leadership skills to motivate and develop staff and to ensure accomplishment of goals. Ability to work effectively under time constraints and deadlines DIRECT EXPERIENCE Education: Two+ years of post-high school education, culinary education is desirable. Resort experience preferred. West Virginia Food Handlers Certificate required. Experience: Five+ years of employment in a related position Experience managing a kitchen and developing staff Experience managing food costs Excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills Accountable and resilient Committed to delivering a high level of customer service Ability to work under pressure Intermediate food hygiene qualification Flexibility to respond to a range of different work situations LEADERSHIP Understands business complexities and assumes responsibility for driving change Leads employees or teams of employees to achieve goals Guides employees through periods of change, even during difficult times or in the face of hard business decisions Exhibits honesty, integrity in an environment of mutual respect and trust, core values, reliability ENGAGEMENT Is inquisitive and curious, always asking questions; Seeks new and/or different or ways to improve the business; Thinks outside the box Is recognized by others (internally and externally) as being engaged in their role, and someone who can often see things that others have not Inspires, motivates, develops, energizes, and creates engaged employees, with a solid record of employee retention Demonstrates true passion for the job, the resort, and the company overall Displays rigorous commitment to the environment, financial and safety of self, business, and inherent risks through stewardship. COMMUNICATION Communicates clearly and appropriately - both orally and in writing Responds to questions or requests in a timely manner Conducts regular one-on-one and departmental meetings to ensure a good flow of information Recognizes and rewards the achievement of his/her team and others; Ensures thank-yous are delivered All communication is down home and strives to improve upon a high level of guest service in a friendly manner Proficient in use of technology to include Excel, Word, the Internet, desktop publishing and database management software programs. Is able to learn quickly those applications not known. DELIVERY Achieves high-quality business outcomes for the division as well as delivering good results that help the business overall Delivers highly accurate end-work product personally and through overseeing others Able to analyze numbers and draw conclusions from statistical information Meets or exceeds financial goals, budgets, forecasts Creates successful strategies that produce results, but is also willing to accept responsibility for shortfalls when appropriate Ensures a guest driven atmosphere and improves commitment to a service level that exceed our guests' expectations FLEXIBILITY Adapts and is flexible to changing business circumstances across a season, a fiscal year, and/or multiple years; Exhibits willingness to change Adjusts budgets and reforecasts as needed across the year based on changing business needs Exhibits flexibility in their thinking, will bend when needed, and will lobby others to change when necessary Inspires a unified team through understanding was is required for successful, cooperative and fun team success TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Any employee or volunteer who operates a company vehicle including cars, trucks, snowcats, snowmobiles, or heavy equipment is required to comply with the Driver's Standards Policy. This policy also applies to employees or volunteers driving their personal vehicles for company business more than four times per month, averaging 30+ miles per trip . click apply for full job details
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort
Cherokee, North Carolina
Job Description Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort Position Description POSITION TITLE: Sous Chef DEPARTMENT: Food and Beverage (Employee Cafeteria, Banquet, Selu Garden Café, Wicked Weed Brewing, Gordon Ramsay, Food Court, Noodle Bar, Comedy Zone, Guy Fieri) GRADE/FLSA STATUS: S15-Exempt BADGE TYPE/COLOR: Key Blue REPORTS TO: Restaurant Chef, Executive Sous Chef SUPERVISES: Senior Cook, Cook II and Cook I, Food Runners, Material Handler JOB SUMMARY: Supervise the day-to-day preparation of food and supervision of kitchen employees on assigned shift. JOB ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Establish and endorse the business objectives, ethics, and values of Caesars Entertainment in accordance with the Code of Commitment and Mission, Vision and Values Responsible for overall daily food preparation in assigned area ensuring meal preparation meets established standards Responsible for requisitioning of food supplies Exhibit sound culinary knowledge as well as understanding food cost and margins and how to best control them Perform daily checks to ensure the quality of the line set up Maintain the budgeted food cost by adhering to recipe standards, maintaining correct inventory levels in coolers and storerooms Plan or participate in planning menus, preparing and apportioning foods, and utilizing food surpluses and leftovers Work all stations on the line to assist the cooks when busy or provide breaks Operate a productive, sanitary, team oriented working environment within budgeted guidelines Serve as a leader for employees by exhibiting sound decision making while fostering teamwork, employee morale, motivation and open communication Act as a role model and coach employees while developing their skills by providing direction and support for all staff to achieve goals and objectives through a fair application of policies and procedures Prepare schedules and station breakdowns in accordance to the daily need of assigned area and monitor the daily labor hours scheduled and consumed Conduct pre-shift meetings to communicate important information Build relationships with customers Provide the highest quality of service to customers and associates at all times Prepare prep lists and production sheets Understand local sanitation, health code laws, and weights and measures requirements Ensure all required logbooks and temperature logs, are maintained and verified Receive and examine inventory and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards and specifications Properly maintain and store company inventory including utensils, cookware and machinery Calibrate pH meters and thermometers Protect all company assets in regard to waste, breakage, and theft Complete end of shift logs in a timely and accurate manner Ensure service recovery activities Operate cash register Adhere to internal control regulations in regard to variances Responsible for, or actively participates in, the initiation of personnel actions including but not limited to interviews, training, candidate selection, terminations, performance reviews, promotions, transfers and disciplinary actions Train subordinates, providing each with the knowledge, development and appropriate direction to perform his/her responsibilities Ensure timely and accurate performance appraisals and accurate work history entries Exhibit sound decision-making, with emphasis on motivating team and maintaining high morale Provide continuous positive coaching for development of employees and appropriate corrective action when necessary Provide appropriate recognition and rewards to individuals and groups when consistent superior performance is attained as well as providing corrective actions when necessary Current knowledge on food trends and be "cutting edge" focused with food presentations, flavor profiles and technology Abide by appearance standards Complete daily shift checklist that is verified by leader before leaving Perform any other duties as requested by shift leader Adhere to regulatory, departmental and company policies/procedures in an ethical manner MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED required Two years culinary arts program training/certification or equivalent supervisory/technical experience in food operations preferred Two years successful culinary experience required One years' culinary supervisory experience required ServSafe certified Must demonstrate the following essential knowledge and skills Knowledge of food preparation and presentation Neat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygiene Proficient in the use of Windows based office software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent leadership/motivational skills Knowledge of sanitation standards and procedures Able to attend to multiple priorities simultaneously Problem-solving abilities Dexterity to use knives and other hand-held instruments, as well as food preparation equipment required Must be ableto quickly perform mathematical computations PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIROMENTAL DEMANDS: Must be able to be on feet for 8-hour shift Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, kneel, twist, grasp items push and pull while performing kitchen duties Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Must be physically mobile with reasonable accommodation Must be able to handle high stress in the work environment and turn stress into high energy Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and be able to push and pull up to 300 pounds in a cart Must be able to tolerate areas containing varying noise and temperature levels, illumination, vibration, crowds, and air quality including secondhand smoke Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort reserves the right to make changes in the above job description whenever necessary. 8.28.23
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Job Description Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort Position Description POSITION TITLE: Sous Chef DEPARTMENT: Food and Beverage (Employee Cafeteria, Banquet, Selu Garden Café, Wicked Weed Brewing, Gordon Ramsay, Food Court, Noodle Bar, Comedy Zone, Guy Fieri) GRADE/FLSA STATUS: S15-Exempt BADGE TYPE/COLOR: Key Blue REPORTS TO: Restaurant Chef, Executive Sous Chef SUPERVISES: Senior Cook, Cook II and Cook I, Food Runners, Material Handler JOB SUMMARY: Supervise the day-to-day preparation of food and supervision of kitchen employees on assigned shift. JOB ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Establish and endorse the business objectives, ethics, and values of Caesars Entertainment in accordance with the Code of Commitment and Mission, Vision and Values Responsible for overall daily food preparation in assigned area ensuring meal preparation meets established standards Responsible for requisitioning of food supplies Exhibit sound culinary knowledge as well as understanding food cost and margins and how to best control them Perform daily checks to ensure the quality of the line set up Maintain the budgeted food cost by adhering to recipe standards, maintaining correct inventory levels in coolers and storerooms Plan or participate in planning menus, preparing and apportioning foods, and utilizing food surpluses and leftovers Work all stations on the line to assist the cooks when busy or provide breaks Operate a productive, sanitary, team oriented working environment within budgeted guidelines Serve as a leader for employees by exhibiting sound decision making while fostering teamwork, employee morale, motivation and open communication Act as a role model and coach employees while developing their skills by providing direction and support for all staff to achieve goals and objectives through a fair application of policies and procedures Prepare schedules and station breakdowns in accordance to the daily need of assigned area and monitor the daily labor hours scheduled and consumed Conduct pre-shift meetings to communicate important information Build relationships with customers Provide the highest quality of service to customers and associates at all times Prepare prep lists and production sheets Understand local sanitation, health code laws, and weights and measures requirements Ensure all required logbooks and temperature logs, are maintained and verified Receive and examine inventory and supplies to ensure quality and quantity meet established standards and specifications Properly maintain and store company inventory including utensils, cookware and machinery Calibrate pH meters and thermometers Protect all company assets in regard to waste, breakage, and theft Complete end of shift logs in a timely and accurate manner Ensure service recovery activities Operate cash register Adhere to internal control regulations in regard to variances Responsible for, or actively participates in, the initiation of personnel actions including but not limited to interviews, training, candidate selection, terminations, performance reviews, promotions, transfers and disciplinary actions Train subordinates, providing each with the knowledge, development and appropriate direction to perform his/her responsibilities Ensure timely and accurate performance appraisals and accurate work history entries Exhibit sound decision-making, with emphasis on motivating team and maintaining high morale Provide continuous positive coaching for development of employees and appropriate corrective action when necessary Provide appropriate recognition and rewards to individuals and groups when consistent superior performance is attained as well as providing corrective actions when necessary Current knowledge on food trends and be "cutting edge" focused with food presentations, flavor profiles and technology Abide by appearance standards Complete daily shift checklist that is verified by leader before leaving Perform any other duties as requested by shift leader Adhere to regulatory, departmental and company policies/procedures in an ethical manner MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED required Two years culinary arts program training/certification or equivalent supervisory/technical experience in food operations preferred Two years successful culinary experience required One years' culinary supervisory experience required ServSafe certified Must demonstrate the following essential knowledge and skills Knowledge of food preparation and presentation Neat, professional appearance with excellent personal hygiene Proficient in the use of Windows based office software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent leadership/motivational skills Knowledge of sanitation standards and procedures Able to attend to multiple priorities simultaneously Problem-solving abilities Dexterity to use knives and other hand-held instruments, as well as food preparation equipment required Must be ableto quickly perform mathematical computations PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIROMENTAL DEMANDS: Must be able to be on feet for 8-hour shift Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, kneel, twist, grasp items push and pull while performing kitchen duties Must be able to respond to visual and aural cues Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English Must be physically mobile with reasonable accommodation Must be able to handle high stress in the work environment and turn stress into high energy Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds and be able to push and pull up to 300 pounds in a cart Must be able to tolerate areas containing varying noise and temperature levels, illumination, vibration, crowds, and air quality including secondhand smoke Must be able to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and holidays This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort reserves the right to make changes in the above job description whenever necessary. 8.28.23
Catering Sous Chef Brother John's Beer, Bourbon & BBQ in Tucson, AZ is seeking to hire a full-time Catering Sous Chef, with a blinding dedication to all things smoked meat! A highly motivated Sous Chef will work closely with our Chef de Cuisine to oversee the catering and banquet kitchen operations of our busy restaurant, private dining and catering operations. Will lead our "Tucson Pit Crew" in providing excellent quality upscale menus, smoked meats, sides and much more. Are you passionate about culinary arts? Do you have a working knowledge of food service operations? Are you looking to work with a fun group of people? Do you have superior decision-making skills and the desire to seek solutions to problems instead of excuses? If so, keep reading! A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CATERING SOUS CHEF As the Catering Sous Chef, you play a key role in ensuring top-notch food quality to ensure guest satisfaction, and the financial health of our restaurant. Working collaboratively with the Chef, Catering Sales Team and the Front of the house managers, will help plan and coordinate the day-to-day operations of our kitchen focusing on the private events both in-house and off premise at one of our wedding venues or off site events. Using your excellent organizational skills, you create and adjust schedules. Your ability to lead and motivate others is essential as you manage and train the kitchen pit crew. Your willingness to work right alongside your team helps create a cooperative environment based on teamwork. Interacting with our fellow pit crew members is one of the best parts of your job as you have the opportunity to meet new people and make new friends. As you talk with crew members, you ensure that they are having a great experience and understand the passion and work we put into our product. When challenging opportunities arise, you take charge and provide excellent quality of food. You love coming to work each day ready to lead your fun, hardworking team in our goal to achieve complete customer Interacting with our guests is one of the best parts of your job as you have the opportunity to meet new people and make new friends. As you talk with guests, you ensure that they are having a great experience. When challenging opportunities arise, you take charge and provide excellent customer service while leading our hardworking team in our goal to achieve complete customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include: Training and motivating BOH "Pit Crew" Organizing and executing food for all private events Managing the kitchen during busy meal periods while coordinating private events Managing and keeping track of labor dollars as well as food costs Keeping meat & food cooler organized rotated, and labeled Receiving products and quality checks Weekly inventory of all meats and food supplies Monitoring smoke temps, timing, considering weather patterns & conditions Kitchen prep for house made scratch sides Participate in local and national competitions in our team representing Brother John's Participate in several local events for charity and promotions and private caterings We pay our Sous Chefs a competitive salary of, based on experience level. You would also be eligible for our generous medical and dental benefits. Plus, we have a fun, friendly work environment where you would have a lot of support from the Executive Chef and owners. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, apply today with our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application! ABOUT BROTHER JOHN'S BEER, BOURBON & BBQ Here at Brother John's Beer, Bourbon & BBQ, we strive to provide a fast, friendly, clean, and fun environment for people to come, relax, and enjoy the delicious creations made in our full-service restaurant and bar. We also offer catering services. We serve authentic slow pit-smoked barbecue meats using only humanely raised, hormone free meats. We use locally sourced products whenever possible and prepared food and sides on-site daily in our scratch kitchen. We are a locally owned and operated family business that takes pride in treating our crew members like family in a safe, fun, and inviting work environment. Our team is essential to our success which is why we offer competitive pay and benefits. We strive to build a company culture that makes people enjoy coming to work. QUALIFICATIONS 2 years supervisor experience in back of the house operations Knowledge and passion for culinary arts including smoked meats and smoking process Spanish speaking a plus Serve Safe Certified Understanding of food preparation/cooking methods and butchering Ability to be on your feet for long hours Availability to work late nights, weekends & holidays Are you a culinary professional with attention to details? Do you have good communication skills? Are you a BBQ Rockstar? Do you have exceptional problem-solving skills and an honest, diligent work ethic? Would you like to build a career in food and beverage operations? If so, we want to meet you! Apply now!
Mar 28, 2024
Full time
Catering Sous Chef Brother John's Beer, Bourbon & BBQ in Tucson, AZ is seeking to hire a full-time Catering Sous Chef, with a blinding dedication to all things smoked meat! A highly motivated Sous Chef will work closely with our Chef de Cuisine to oversee the catering and banquet kitchen operations of our busy restaurant, private dining and catering operations. Will lead our "Tucson Pit Crew" in providing excellent quality upscale menus, smoked meats, sides and much more. Are you passionate about culinary arts? Do you have a working knowledge of food service operations? Are you looking to work with a fun group of people? Do you have superior decision-making skills and the desire to seek solutions to problems instead of excuses? If so, keep reading! A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CATERING SOUS CHEF As the Catering Sous Chef, you play a key role in ensuring top-notch food quality to ensure guest satisfaction, and the financial health of our restaurant. Working collaboratively with the Chef, Catering Sales Team and the Front of the house managers, will help plan and coordinate the day-to-day operations of our kitchen focusing on the private events both in-house and off premise at one of our wedding venues or off site events. Using your excellent organizational skills, you create and adjust schedules. Your ability to lead and motivate others is essential as you manage and train the kitchen pit crew. Your willingness to work right alongside your team helps create a cooperative environment based on teamwork. Interacting with our fellow pit crew members is one of the best parts of your job as you have the opportunity to meet new people and make new friends. As you talk with crew members, you ensure that they are having a great experience and understand the passion and work we put into our product. When challenging opportunities arise, you take charge and provide excellent quality of food. You love coming to work each day ready to lead your fun, hardworking team in our goal to achieve complete customer Interacting with our guests is one of the best parts of your job as you have the opportunity to meet new people and make new friends. As you talk with guests, you ensure that they are having a great experience. When challenging opportunities arise, you take charge and provide excellent customer service while leading our hardworking team in our goal to achieve complete customer satisfaction. Responsibilities include: Training and motivating BOH "Pit Crew" Organizing and executing food for all private events Managing the kitchen during busy meal periods while coordinating private events Managing and keeping track of labor dollars as well as food costs Keeping meat & food cooler organized rotated, and labeled Receiving products and quality checks Weekly inventory of all meats and food supplies Monitoring smoke temps, timing, considering weather patterns & conditions Kitchen prep for house made scratch sides Participate in local and national competitions in our team representing Brother John's Participate in several local events for charity and promotions and private caterings We pay our Sous Chefs a competitive salary of, based on experience level. You would also be eligible for our generous medical and dental benefits. Plus, we have a fun, friendly work environment where you would have a lot of support from the Executive Chef and owners. If you are ready to take the next step in your career, apply today with our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application! ABOUT BROTHER JOHN'S BEER, BOURBON & BBQ Here at Brother John's Beer, Bourbon & BBQ, we strive to provide a fast, friendly, clean, and fun environment for people to come, relax, and enjoy the delicious creations made in our full-service restaurant and bar. We also offer catering services. We serve authentic slow pit-smoked barbecue meats using only humanely raised, hormone free meats. We use locally sourced products whenever possible and prepared food and sides on-site daily in our scratch kitchen. We are a locally owned and operated family business that takes pride in treating our crew members like family in a safe, fun, and inviting work environment. Our team is essential to our success which is why we offer competitive pay and benefits. We strive to build a company culture that makes people enjoy coming to work. QUALIFICATIONS 2 years supervisor experience in back of the house operations Knowledge and passion for culinary arts including smoked meats and smoking process Spanish speaking a plus Serve Safe Certified Understanding of food preparation/cooking methods and butchering Ability to be on your feet for long hours Availability to work late nights, weekends & holidays Are you a culinary professional with attention to details? Do you have good communication skills? Are you a BBQ Rockstar? Do you have exceptional problem-solving skills and an honest, diligent work ethic? Would you like to build a career in food and beverage operations? If so, we want to meet you! Apply now!
IRHG Flatiron Management
Asheville, North Carolina
ALL ROADS LEAD TO YOU At the Indigo Road Hospitality Group, our goal is to be the best job you'll ever have in the hospitality industry. No joke, it's what we truly aim for. We believe that by taking care of you, you'll best take care of our guests. It's working. In addition to generous benefits and job openings across 30+ locations, we have internal growth opportunities for everyone who wants it. But most of all, we have heart. WHY US Founded in 2009 by Steve Palmer, IRHG sets itself apart in the industry by fostering an environment where our people come first. We want to meet you. Come join us in our mission to change the hospitality industry, forever. The 71 room Flat Iron Hotel is an adaptive re-use of Asheville, North Carolina's iconic, downtown landmark, the Flat Iron building which was erected in 1927. The new hotel within the historic Flat Iron aspires to fulfill the building's historic purpose of signaling to the world that Asheville is a place of consequence. The Flat Iron Hotel project will draw inspiration from the original Lost Generation of the roaring twenties and connect that bygone era with a mobile creative class looking for an escape true to Asheville's prohibition-era spirit. THE ROLE As the General Manager of F&B Outlets , you will always set the standard of Enlightened Hospitality for all managers, chefs and employees through coaching, upholding standards and providing clear expectations to every employee of our hotel food and beverage outlets. Summary of Key Responsibilities Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: Quality Standards: The General Manager of F&B Outlets will be responsible for setting, as well as maintaining, all quality standards as set forth by The Indigo Road leadership, including but not limited to: Wine list costing through collaborative partnership with The IRHG Wine Director. Bar training and cocktail list integrity, including selection, costing, and training. Training standards and training programs as identified by IRHG leadership. Collaborating with hotel ownership on capital expense projects. Financial Oversight: The General Manager of F&B Outlets will be responsible for all aspects of financial performance, including but not limited to: Annual budget creation and approval in collaboration with hotel ownership. Weekly oversight and direction of all prime cost sheets including accuracy verification. Cost control coaching and guidance. Providing costing sheets to senior IRHG leadership for ALL new menu items, including food, wine, cocktail, and beer. Marketing: The Director of Hotel Operations will be responsible for creating, driving, and reinforcing all marketing of our brands through our strategic partnership with Phase 3 and Ampersand, as well as implementation with employees, including but not limited to: Weekly calls and in person meetings with Phase 3, Ampersand and leadership teams. Grass roots marketing initiatives such as hotel visits, concierge dinners, etc. Programming of special events in house, as well as coordination and selection of off-site events Create and implement with Phase 3 all charity and community outreach in all markets we are entering in (meeting local suppliers, business leaders etc . ). Hold regular one on one meetings with Phase 3 and Ampersand for performance evaluation. This should be done quarterly, at a minimum. Opening of New Hotel Properties: You will work directly with the Director of Hotel Operations who will lead the openings of new hotels, help hire key management, help train, mentor and cover management shifts, etc. This position will require travel to the various hotel locations and you must have the ability to leave at last notice for emergency situations to help cover Management needs in any of our hotel locations. This position will help lead, along with the President of Hotels and the Managing Director, the hotel pre-opening services below. Conceptualizing all F&B outlets and catering (including menus, wine list, cocktails and pricing) Creation of pre-opening proformas and budgeting for OS&E / FF&E Assisting with the selection of equipment for all dining rooms, bars and kitchens Staff recruitment and training (kitchen, dining room, banquets and bars) Requirements for Success: Minimum seven years of food and beverage management experience in a similar setting is required (some multi-unit experience is ideal) Ability to travel 75% of the time Experience in both hotels and independent restaurants is strongly preferred WHAT TO EXPECT. ON THE FLOOR & IN THE OPERATION Your schedule may vary (days, nights, weekends, holiday's) based on seasonality, covers, and hours of operation but in general you can expect to work 55 to 60 hours a week. Work Collaboratively : to achieve a one-team one-dream mentality that promotes the hiring, and nurturing of the right people ready to serve our guests, achieve financial goals and create memorable experiences Practice Humility & Transparency : to support culture and an ethical environment where everyone feels safe, cared for and inspired Act With Integrity: be able and willing to perform all responsibilities of each position in the kitchen when needed. Lead by example and set the tone for health, safety and cleanliness throughout the property Enrich Your Community: engage local farms to source and procure fresh and quality product while also educating junior team members, advocating for their growth and development Show Compassion and Empathy: listen to your team, be understanding and always provide a humane approach when individually coaching with the intent to inspire everyone to do great things Leave a Lasting Impression: provide a sense of home through quality, consistency, and teamwork Embrace Positivity: create a welcoming and approachable environment that is solution driven, with a smile Have Fun at Work: set the tone by influencing and leading a positive, collaborative, and fun team environment where everyone is treated with respect and kindness AS A VALUED MEMBER OF THE TEAM YOU CAN EXPECT Competitive Pay + PTO : Competitive base + performance based bonus (paid out quarterly) + PTO after 90 days Health Insurance : Medical, Dental, Vision, Tele-med, Life, STD, LTD, LAP (Life Assistance Program) Retirement Planning: 401K (50% in match up to your first 6% investment), Roth, or both Home Loan Program: A zero-interest housing loan program to help you purchase a home. Working Advantage: Cost-free employee savings program for electronics, appliances, apparel, cars, flowers, fitness memberships, gift cards, groceries, hotels, movie tickets, rental cars, special events, theme parks, and more! Hospitality School Loan Program: A zero-interest hospitality school loan program to help you attend college classes in the hospitality industry Employee Discounts: Enjoy discounts while dining in and / or spending the night across 15 restaurant concepts and growing boutique hotel collection Maternity/Paternity Leave: 4 weeks PTO The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract. As with all positions at The Indigo Road Hospitality Group, employment is at will or voluntary on both the part of the employee or employer. That means employment can be terminated by either party with or without notice and/or with or without cause. The Indigo Road Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training. PI0dab3c81dad4-0429
Mar 29, 2024
Full time
ALL ROADS LEAD TO YOU At the Indigo Road Hospitality Group, our goal is to be the best job you'll ever have in the hospitality industry. No joke, it's what we truly aim for. We believe that by taking care of you, you'll best take care of our guests. It's working. In addition to generous benefits and job openings across 30+ locations, we have internal growth opportunities for everyone who wants it. But most of all, we have heart. WHY US Founded in 2009 by Steve Palmer, IRHG sets itself apart in the industry by fostering an environment where our people come first. We want to meet you. Come join us in our mission to change the hospitality industry, forever. The 71 room Flat Iron Hotel is an adaptive re-use of Asheville, North Carolina's iconic, downtown landmark, the Flat Iron building which was erected in 1927. The new hotel within the historic Flat Iron aspires to fulfill the building's historic purpose of signaling to the world that Asheville is a place of consequence. The Flat Iron Hotel project will draw inspiration from the original Lost Generation of the roaring twenties and connect that bygone era with a mobile creative class looking for an escape true to Asheville's prohibition-era spirit. THE ROLE As the General Manager of F&B Outlets , you will always set the standard of Enlightened Hospitality for all managers, chefs and employees through coaching, upholding standards and providing clear expectations to every employee of our hotel food and beverage outlets. Summary of Key Responsibilities Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: Quality Standards: The General Manager of F&B Outlets will be responsible for setting, as well as maintaining, all quality standards as set forth by The Indigo Road leadership, including but not limited to: Wine list costing through collaborative partnership with The IRHG Wine Director. Bar training and cocktail list integrity, including selection, costing, and training. Training standards and training programs as identified by IRHG leadership. Collaborating with hotel ownership on capital expense projects. Financial Oversight: The General Manager of F&B Outlets will be responsible for all aspects of financial performance, including but not limited to: Annual budget creation and approval in collaboration with hotel ownership. Weekly oversight and direction of all prime cost sheets including accuracy verification. Cost control coaching and guidance. Providing costing sheets to senior IRHG leadership for ALL new menu items, including food, wine, cocktail, and beer. Marketing: The Director of Hotel Operations will be responsible for creating, driving, and reinforcing all marketing of our brands through our strategic partnership with Phase 3 and Ampersand, as well as implementation with employees, including but not limited to: Weekly calls and in person meetings with Phase 3, Ampersand and leadership teams. Grass roots marketing initiatives such as hotel visits, concierge dinners, etc. Programming of special events in house, as well as coordination and selection of off-site events Create and implement with Phase 3 all charity and community outreach in all markets we are entering in (meeting local suppliers, business leaders etc . ). Hold regular one on one meetings with Phase 3 and Ampersand for performance evaluation. This should be done quarterly, at a minimum. Opening of New Hotel Properties: You will work directly with the Director of Hotel Operations who will lead the openings of new hotels, help hire key management, help train, mentor and cover management shifts, etc. This position will require travel to the various hotel locations and you must have the ability to leave at last notice for emergency situations to help cover Management needs in any of our hotel locations. This position will help lead, along with the President of Hotels and the Managing Director, the hotel pre-opening services below. Conceptualizing all F&B outlets and catering (including menus, wine list, cocktails and pricing) Creation of pre-opening proformas and budgeting for OS&E / FF&E Assisting with the selection of equipment for all dining rooms, bars and kitchens Staff recruitment and training (kitchen, dining room, banquets and bars) Requirements for Success: Minimum seven years of food and beverage management experience in a similar setting is required (some multi-unit experience is ideal) Ability to travel 75% of the time Experience in both hotels and independent restaurants is strongly preferred WHAT TO EXPECT. ON THE FLOOR & IN THE OPERATION Your schedule may vary (days, nights, weekends, holiday's) based on seasonality, covers, and hours of operation but in general you can expect to work 55 to 60 hours a week. Work Collaboratively : to achieve a one-team one-dream mentality that promotes the hiring, and nurturing of the right people ready to serve our guests, achieve financial goals and create memorable experiences Practice Humility & Transparency : to support culture and an ethical environment where everyone feels safe, cared for and inspired Act With Integrity: be able and willing to perform all responsibilities of each position in the kitchen when needed. Lead by example and set the tone for health, safety and cleanliness throughout the property Enrich Your Community: engage local farms to source and procure fresh and quality product while also educating junior team members, advocating for their growth and development Show Compassion and Empathy: listen to your team, be understanding and always provide a humane approach when individually coaching with the intent to inspire everyone to do great things Leave a Lasting Impression: provide a sense of home through quality, consistency, and teamwork Embrace Positivity: create a welcoming and approachable environment that is solution driven, with a smile Have Fun at Work: set the tone by influencing and leading a positive, collaborative, and fun team environment where everyone is treated with respect and kindness AS A VALUED MEMBER OF THE TEAM YOU CAN EXPECT Competitive Pay + PTO : Competitive base + performance based bonus (paid out quarterly) + PTO after 90 days Health Insurance : Medical, Dental, Vision, Tele-med, Life, STD, LTD, LAP (Life Assistance Program) Retirement Planning: 401K (50% in match up to your first 6% investment), Roth, or both Home Loan Program: A zero-interest housing loan program to help you purchase a home. Working Advantage: Cost-free employee savings program for electronics, appliances, apparel, cars, flowers, fitness memberships, gift cards, groceries, hotels, movie tickets, rental cars, special events, theme parks, and more! Hospitality School Loan Program: A zero-interest hospitality school loan program to help you attend college classes in the hospitality industry Employee Discounts: Enjoy discounts while dining in and / or spending the night across 15 restaurant concepts and growing boutique hotel collection Maternity/Paternity Leave: 4 weeks PTO The above job description is not an exhaustive list of all the duties and responsibilities of the position, nor should it be construed as a contract. As with all positions at The Indigo Road Hospitality Group, employment is at will or voluntary on both the part of the employee or employer. That means employment can be terminated by either party with or without notice and/or with or without cause. The Indigo Road Hospitality Group is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local laws. This policy governs all aspects of employment, including selection, job assignment, compensation, promotion, discipline, termination, and access to benefits and training. PI0dab3c81dad4-0429
Pay: $120000 per year - $120000 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
Mar 23, 2024
Full time
Pay: $120000 per year - $120000 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