Restaurant Manager - Hosco

Casa Brera, a Luxury Collection Hotel belonging to Marriott International, is currently recruiting a Restaurant Manager to join a team made of modern and authentic hospitality professionals in the newest luxury lifestyle hotel in Milan.
Reporting to the Director of F&B the ideal candidate has a 360° understanding of luxury lifestyle hospitality and national and international experience in leading and training teams, promoting, and organizing events as well as a keen interest in profit & loss and stock control.
The main responsibilities of the positions are:
overseeing the F&B operations in the outlet.

leading the F&B team, managing the daily operations of the outlet.

applying Standard Operating Procedures and company guidelines.

managing function's controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.

We look for people who love to create memorable experiences around food and drink and to leave a mark on their team.
This is full-time position, 5 days a week with 2 days off.

The starting date is asap.

About us
Casa Brera is an unexpected gateway in the heart of Brera.
Reinterpreted by Studio Urquiola, Casa Brera features 116 sophisticated guestrooms including 15 suites and the Milanese Suite. Hidden behind a rationalist façade, you will find a world of international elegance, transcending the traditional hotel experience. Our hotel promises cosmopolitan luxury, authentic lifestyle and a timeless Milanese elegance.
A Culinary hub, here flavors and sounds from different places seamlessly interlace. Odachi, showcases authentic Japanese cuisine in a cosmopolitan setting while those looking for a truly Italian experience can indulge at our Italian Restaurant, Scena.
The Living is a welcoming space for guests to socialize over aperitivo and Milanese light bites. By night, the rooftop’s skybar transforms into an unmissable destination, with a pool and lounge areas providing the perfect spot to soak up the energy and skyline of the city.
Join Casa Brera, the new place to be in Milan, where an authentic and modern team crafts unique experiences that connect our guests with Milanese heritage in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.
The impact you’ll make
We believe our Associates are the foundation of our organization that allows us to breathe life into our strategy and continue our industry leadership in the F&B space.
As part of this foundation, you will lead a concept and create unique guest experiences that draw hotel guests and patrons from the surrounding community. You’ll work closely with a team of inspiring professionals and mentor F&B enthusiastic and passionate team members, setting the standard for the highest luxury service, creatively positioning the outlet in the local market, and driving topline and customer growth.
Connect your passions with a rewarding opportunity
You’re a food and beverage enthusiast who really enjoys making others feel at home. When you work with us, you'll get to entertain and meet people from all over the world as you build your experience. Join us and grow through opportunities to explore the business, opening yourself to various career options. No matter your path, we’ll make sure you feel right at home.
You may work in any of our outlets thus widening your F&B service knowledge. And this is just the beginning. We believe in the potential of our talents, and we will do our best to make them grow in our Company.
What you’ll do
Managing Day-to-Day Operations
Is actively involved in operations, fully engaged in service and guest relations

Display leadership in guest hospitality by exemplifying excellent customer service and creating a positive atmosphere for guest and associates relations.

Empower employees to provide unrivaled guest service.

Interact with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels and respond effectively to guest problems and complaints.

Manage service delivery in the outlet to ensure excellent service from point of entry to departure (e.g., greeting, speed of order taking and food and beverage delivery, fulfillment of special requests, collection of payment and invitation to return).

Estimate food, liquor, wine, and other beverage consumption in order to anticipate amounts to be purchased or requisitioned.

Facilitates pre-meal briefings with the Chef to educate restaurant and bar staff on menu items including ingredients, preparation methods and unique tastes.

Maintains service and sanitation standards in restaurant, bar/lounge and room service areas.

Developing and Maintaining Budgets
Manages function's controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.

Understands the impact of function's operation on the overall property financial goals.

Understand financial opportunities by surveying restaurant demand.

Consult with key individuals in the local community to assess opportunities while identifying and analyzing competitors.

Liaise with Finance and Purchasing departments to monitor inventory levels and ensure maximum profit

Apply sound revenue management strategies to secure the right level of business at the most optimal time to yield maximum revenues.
Leading B+F Outlet Team
Establishes challenging, realistic and obtainable goals to guide operation and performance.

Utilizes interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence, and encourage others; advocates sound financial/business decision making; demonstrates honesty/integrity; leads by example.

Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.

Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.

Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors.

Develops means to improve profit, including estimating cost and benefit, exploring new business opportunities, etc.

Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaches, mentors, or otherwise helps others to improve their knowledge or skills.

Acts as the guest service role model for the outlets, sets a good example of excellent customer service, and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.

Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations.

Ensures cash control and liquor control procedures are followed by all Bar/Lounge employees.

Ensures compliance with all beverage policies, standards and procedures by training, supervising, follow-up and hands on management.

Ensures compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.

Ensures staff understands all applicable liquor laws.

Establishes guidelines for customer service so employees understand expectations and parameters.

Strives to improve service performance.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service
Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention.

Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed.

Estimates cost and benefit ratio, maintaining balance between profit and service satisfaction.
Empowers employees to provide excellent customer service.

Incorporates guest satisfaction as a component of departmental meetings with a focus on continuous improvement.

Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.

Creates a personal relationship to guests, compiling an own contact list

Meets with guests on an informal basis during meals or upon departure to obtain feedback on quality of beverage, service levels and overall satisfaction.

Responds effectively to guest problems and handles complaints.

Reviews guest satisfaction feedback with employees to develop appropriate corrective action.

Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities
Provides guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.

Ensures that expectations and objectives are clearly communicated to subordinates; subordinates are also open to raise questions and/or concerns.

Administers the performance appraisal process for direct report managers.

Communicates performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions for each position and monitors progress.

Ensures employees are treated fairly and equitably.

Ensures property policies are administered fairly and consistently.

Finds, interviews and hires management and hourly employees with the appropriate skills to meet the business needs of the operation.

Observes service behaviors of employees and provides feedback to individuals and or managers.

Additional Responsibilities
Informs and/or update the executives, the peers and the subordinates on relevant information in a timely manner.

Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
MANAGEMENT COMPETENCIES
Leadership
Adaptability – Develops strategies and identifies resources to implement and manage change; models flexibility in adjusting priorities; and communicates the need for change in a positive way that encourages commitment.
Communication - Actively listens and uses appropriate communication styles to deliver complex information in a clear concise way and influences others to accept a point of view, gain consensus, or take action.
Problem Solving and Decision Making - Models and sets expectations for solving complex problems, collecting and comparing information to evaluate alternatives, considering their potential impact before making decisions, involving others to gain agreement and support, and guiding others to implement solutions.
Professional Demeanor - Exhibits behavioral styles that convey confidence and command respect from others; makes a g