Food and Beverage Manager
9 days ago
Mobile
Job Description WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER: LOCATION: 251 Government Street Mobile, AL 36602 SALARY: $55,000 annually BENEFITS: * A culture that values passion, individuality, and fun! * Opportunities for internal growth and development * Paid Time Off (PTO) * Paid holidays * Earned Wage Access through PayActiv- access to your earned wages before payday! * Affordable medical, dental, & vision insurance plans * Company provided life insurance * Short & Long Term Disability and Accident and Critical Illness Insurance * Traditional 401(k) & Roth 401(k) with employer matching of up to 3.5% * Tuition Assistance * Referral program * Employee Assistance Program * Discounts at all Avocet-owned hotels & restaurants WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: POSITION SUMMARY: The Food & Beverage Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth, consistent, and financially sound operation of the hotel’s Food & Beverage department. Working across our outlets, this position provides the organizational, analytical, and administrative infrastructure that supports the department’s performance and strategic goals. With a focus on establishing organizational efficiency that leads to operational excellence, the Food & Beverage Manager ensures that each outlet has the support necessary to deliver high-quality guest experiences. While not the primary floor leader, this role offers meaningful influence and oversight, especially through direct management of Le Café and close collaboration with outlet leads and the Acting F&B Director. While no job description can possibly provide a comprehensive list of job duties, the following is a summary of the major responsibilities for the position. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: * Demonstrates a high degree of personal organization and consistency in managing complex workflows. * Maintains strong follow-through on recurring responsibilities such as inventory management, payroll support, and procurement. * Establishes clear systems and routines that provide consistent structure to a dynamic department. * Applies critical thinking and attention to detail when reviewing data. * Identifies trends and variances, and communicates actionable insights to leadership and outlet teams. * Effectively communicates with F&B leadership, outlet managers, culinary teams, and administrative departments including P&C and Accounting. * Translates operational details into clear, actionable information and ensures alignment across all stakeholders. * Comfortable managing shifting priorities and responding to the operational needs of multiple outlets. * Views the success of the department as a shared and personal mission. * Consistently maintains a high standard of accuracy and accountability. * Ensures consistent execution of service standards, ambiance, cleanliness, and guest experience. * Proactively resolves guest and team members’ concerns and maintains a warm, welcoming environment. * Ensures accurate liquor inventory management, ordering, and cost control. * Assists in developing and implementing training programs in conjunction with senior leadership, ensuring excellence in service, product knowledge, and guest engagement. * Collaborates with the marketing team to create compelling and on-brand content for social media. * Provides operational support to outlets, ensuring team cohesion, service consistency, and guest satisfaction. * Assists in the execution of banquet events as needed, working collaboratively with the banquet team to ensure seamless service. * Maintains professional and technical knowledge by tracking emerging trends in the restaurant industry, attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, benchmarking state-of-the-art practices, and participating in professional societies. * Works closely with other departments to ensure guest satisfaction and safety. * Other tasks may be assigned based on need or as directed by the senior leadership team. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: * Le Moyne’s Chophouse staff * Living Room Staff * Banquet Staff including Banquet Captain JOB REQUIREMENTS: Education: * High School Diploma or equivalent. College degree preferred. A degree in hospitality management is a plus. Experience: * A minimum of 3 years of restaurant experience and 2 years of restaurant management experience required. * Familiar with industry best practices. Skills & Abilities: * Commitment to guest satisfaction and service excellence. Able to promote customer service and focus among staff. * In-depth working knowledge of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and food preparation/presentation. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to read, speak, and understand English to give and follow directions and procedures and communicate effectively with both the team and guests. * Knowledge of basic accounting principles, including cost and payroll control, budgeting, and analyzing financial data. * Must be able to forecast and strategically plan for business needs relating to inventory and staffing. * Proven ability to maximize profitability and proficiency in operation with a high degree of quality. * Strong interpersonal and interaction skills. * Excel at leading and developing team members proactively and positively. * Mobile County food and beverage handler certification required. * Ability to become Manager ServSafe certified within the first quarter of employment. Course and certification paid by The Admiral Hotel. WORKING CONDITIONS: The working conditions described are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Equipment to Be Used: * Microsoft Office Suite * Google Suite * POS computer system * Various kitchen equipment and beverage equipment * Computers, printers, calculators, multi-line touch tone phones, photocopiers, dolly, and other office equipment as needed. Physical & Mental Requirements: * Most work tasks are performed indoors with the temperature generally being moderate and controlled by hotel environmental systems; however, must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10°ree;F) and kitchens (+110°ree;F), possibly for one hour or more at a time. * Ability to work varied schedules from week to week based on business demands above 40 hours, including holidays and weekends, with flexibility in schedule from time to time with minimal notice. * Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict, perform, and make effective decisions under pressure. * Must be able to adapt to frequently changing priorities and deadlines with a high degree of optimism, professionalism & collaboration. * Must have the ability to multitask and delegate effectively. * Must possess a servant leadership mentality. * Must be able to stand and walk for 8+ hours. Frequently required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch. * Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds; push and pull equipment, supplies, etc., weighing up to 50 pounds. * Requires grasping, writing, standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, reaching, repetitive motions, bending, climbing, listening and hearing ability, and visual acuity. * Frequently requires use of hands to handle, feel, and reach. * Hearing, smelling, tasting, and visual ability to observe and distinguish product quality and detect signs of emergency situations. * Talking and hearing occur continuously in the process of communicating with guests, supervisors, and subordinates. * Vision occurs continuously, with the most common visual functions being those of near and color vision and depth perception. * Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, and stretch to fulfill tasks occasionally. * Requires manual dexterity to use and operate all necessary equipment. Work Environment: * Position primarily works in the outlets on-site at the hotel, including the 65-seat dinner-only restaurant, 48-seat lounge, 14-seat private dining room (PDR), and seven banquet event spaces. * The work environment includes high guest contact and may involve varying conditions and circumstances with guests, staff, visitors, etc. * Must be able to work effectively in a stressful environment, communicate with others, effectively deal with customers, and accept constructive criticism from supervisors. * Must be able to change activities frequently and cope with interruptions. WHO WE ARE: Le Moyne’s Chophouse: Innovate, Create, Delight Le Moyne's Chophouse stands at the crossroads of tradition and innovation, serving exquisite dishes that tell a story of both heritage and creativity. Located within The Admiral Hotel, bold flavors and innovative techniques come together to create dishes that are not only eaten but experienced. Here, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to excellence, where the art of food and service converge in celebration. Your culinary journey begins at lemoynes.com The Admiral: Illuminate Your Career in a World of Elegance With a mission to dazzle and delight, we provide an environment that’s as inspiring as it is welcoming. As part of our team, you'll be the face of a storied hotel where tradition meets innovation, and every day is a celebration of our city's rich culture. If you’re ready to be part of our illustrious story, learn more at theadmiralhotel.com. EOE / DFWP