Food & Beverage Manager

***LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY***MUST BE ABLE TO COME TO PROPERTY FOR INTERVIEW***

***NO RELOCATION OFFERED FOR THIS POSITION***MUST SUBMIT SALARY REQUIREMENTS WITH RESUME***

Southern California Desert  resort is seeking a Food & Beverage Manager.

The Food & Beverage Manager plays a critical role in providing direction that would bring service to a level beyond expectation. The Food & Beverage Manager has the highest responsibility for maximizing the guest’s food and beverage experience. The individual selected for this position will be able to manage operations, including but not limited to all Food and Beverage operations.

Special responsibilities include utilizing innovative and creative ideas to enhance the Food and Beverage experience while directing a team to continue the culture of excellence.

•   The most suitable individual selected for this role will have at least 10 years Food and Beverage experience in a management role, preferably within an Resorts, Hotel or stand alone restaurant,
•     Extensive knowledge of wine and spirits is required for this position.
•   Previous experience in menu planning and budgeting is a critical component to this individual’s success in this role.
•   A proven history of successful leadership including developing and retaining quality associates is required for this position.
•   Must process the ability to communicate effectively.

•   Develops an operating budget for each of the department’s revenue outlets; after approval, monitors and takes corrective action as necessary to help assure that budget goals are attained
•   Assures that effective orientation and training for new staff and professional development activities for experienced staff are planned and implemented
•   Inspects to ensure that all safety, sanitation, energy management, preventive maintenance and other standards are consistently met
•   Assures that all standard operating procedures for revenue and cost control are in place and consistently utilized
•   Helps plan and approves external and internal marketing and sales promotion activities for the food and beverage department
•   Plans and approves the organizational chart, staffing and scheduling procedures and job description/specifications for all department staff
•   Approves the menus for all outlets and special events
•   Establishes quantity and quality output standards for personnel in all positions within the department
•   Ensures that all legal requirements are consistently adhered to including wage and hour and federal, state and/or local laws pertaining to alcoholic beverages
•   Researches new products and develops an analysis of the cost/profit benefits
•   Develops and implements policies and procedures for food and beverage departments
•   Monitors purchasing and receiving procedures for products and supplies to ensure proper quantity, quality and price for all purchases
•   Reviews new techniques for food preparation and presentation in a manner and variety to maximize guest satisfaction and to minimize food costs
•   Greets guests and oversees actual service on a routine, random basis
•   Develops wine lists and bottle/glass wine sales promotion programs
•   Addresses guest complaints and advises the General Manager about appropriate corrective actions taken
•   Develops interesting ways of promoting functions in the dining room, lounge and other outlets
•   Responsible for planning and implementing procedures for special events and banquet functions
•   Maintains appearance, upkeep and cleanliness of all food and beverage equipment and facilities
•   Monitors employee dress codes according to policies and procedures
•   Approves all product invoices before submitting to the accounting department
•   Manages physical inventory verification and provides updated information to the accounting department
•   Responsible for the proper accounting and reconciliation of the Point of Sale systems
•   Maintains records of special events, house counts, food covers and daily business volumes
•   Ensures that an accurate reservation system is in place
•   Audits and approves bi-weekly payroll
•   Approves and arranges all entertainment
•   Understands and is accountable for the P&L and all monthly reports
•   Must be willing to live in Borrego Springs CA