BLDG is where architecture, cuisine, and cocktails converge in perfect harmony. Nestled within Hotel Marcel, BLDG draws inspiration from Connecticut’s vibrant farms and the Atlantic Ocean, creating a unique dining experience that mirrors the high energy of its surroundings.
With a focus on the freshest local ingredients, BLDG delivers full-flavored, artfully presented dishes designed to excite the modern palate. From inventive cuisine to a welcoming atmosphere, BLDG offers a perfect balance of creativity, taste, and style.
The Food and Beverage Manager is responsible for coordinating, supervising and directing all property food and beverage operations while maintaining a profitable department with high-quality products and service levels. The Food and Beverage Manager is expected to market ideas to promote business, reduce employee turnover, maintain revenue and payroll budgets, and meet budgeted productivity while delivering the highest levels of service.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitor industry trends, take appropriate action to maintain a competitive and profitable operation, including updating cocktail lists and menu items as necessary
- Prepare the F&B budget and monitor department performance accordingly
- Work with the General Manager and keep informed of F&B issues as they arise
- Coordinate and monitor all phases of loss prevention in the F&B department
- Prepare and submit required reports in a timely manner
- Organize and conduct department meetings on a regular basis
- Ensure compliance with all local liquor laws, and health and sanitation regulations
- Ensure departmental training and compliance of SOP's
- Interview candidates for front-of-house F&B positions and follow standards for hiring approvals
- Conduct and / or attend all required meetings, including pre-event and post-event meetings
- Provide employees with the tools and environment they need to deliver an exceptional dining experience
- Develop and implement strategies and practices that support employee engagement
- Maintain product consistency by conducting inspections of seasonings, portions, and appearance of food
GUEST SERVICE & SATISFACTION
Create an unforgettable dining experience in either the restaurant or the banquet facilitiesApproach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented mannerAttend all hotel required meetings and trainingsMaintain high standards of team's personal appearance and grooming, including wearing nametagsMaximize efforts towards productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutionsMust be effective in handling problems, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessaryPerform other duties as requested by managementJOB REQUIREMENTS
College degree and five years of related experience in hotel operationsStrong verbal and written communication skillsSignificant attention to detailComplete understanding of NOI profitability and budget goalsKnowledge of F&B preparation techniques, health department rules and regulations, and liquor laws and regulationsComputer skills required – experience with Hotel information systems preferredPI1e23c3e37150-30511-39098310