Director of Food & Beverage

Ascent Hospitality has an extensive portfolio of hotels and a strong pipeline of new properties and acquisitions, but we’re not about numbers…we’re about people and that remains our foundation. Our culture expresses a memorable experience for all of our Team Members and guests alike. So, we’re constantly looking for individuals who work well together for a unified purpose. For our leadership, we’re looking for accomplished individuals with a passion to serve others, strong communicators who clearly understand the needs of others and trendsetters who excel at challenges and change. If this is what you’re all about, consider joining our Team. 

Ascent Hospitality is looking for a uniquely qualified hospitality leader to be our Director of Food & Beverage at the AC / Element by Marriott, Birmingham, AL! 

The Food & Beverage Director is responsible for leading the food and beverage service staff in facilities to include the Restaurants, Lounges/Bars, Banquets. Responsible for ensuring the highest level of guest service by overseeing all aspects of service and service staff during operating hours, while working in a clean and safe environment, and meeting all financial goals for sales and expenses.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Manages service aspects in all food and beverage assigned areas and events, and acknowledges, greets and thanks all guests

· Manages dining rooms, lounges, bars and Catering events, to ensure proper room preparation, including set-up of tables, chairs, linens, table settings, glassware, etc.

· Ability to uphold The Company and Brand standards, policies and procedures and hold all staff members accountable for same.

· SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Must have strong leadership skills, interpersonal skills, excellent English language verbal and written communication skills, listening skills, follow up and follow through ability, basic math skills, strong organization skills, ability to multi-task, team builder, proven track record of increasing experience and responsibility.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:

· Required to have current food handler’s card and alcohol service certifications as required by federal/state/local laws.

· Minimum (3) three years’ management experience in the hospitality industry in food and beverage where the experience is heavily guest-focused preferred.

· Maintains member and guest satisfaction by handing inquiries, concerns or comments and providing solutions; acquiring feedback from guests and co-workers

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