Fairmont Homes Group · 2 weeks ago
Director of Food & Beverage
Los Angeles, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$160K/yr - $200K/yr
5+ years expFairmont Homes Group is dedicated to providing extraordinary guest experiences through unique architecture and engaging service. The Director of Food & Beverage will lead the Food & Beverage Division, ensuring outstanding operations, innovative menu offerings, and high guest satisfaction while managing budgets and team development.
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Responsibilities
Inspire and drive innovative experiences and activations, menus and concepts; creating a destination of choice for both Hotel and external guests
Participate as a Senior Leader in hotel wide strategic decisions
Lead and manage the day to day operations of the Food & Beverage Division ensuring all luxury service standards are followed
Ensure the implementation of standards in guest service and constantly seek out ways to improve product and service as well as increase volumes and profits
Lead and support all Food & Beverage departments in the achievement of their financial and operational targets
Prepare annual budgets and administer in a fiscally responsible manner
Implement effective control of food, beverage, labor and operating expenses throughout the F&B division
Assist in the preparation of the annual strategic plan and achieve the goals and targets therein
Ensure the implementation of standards in guest service and constantly seek out ways to improve product and service as well as increase volumes and profits
Oversee the selection, training and development of all Colleagues to ensure timely recruitment and career growth
Work closely with local, state and governmental organizations in maintaining the highest standards of hygiene, sanitation and cleanliness in food and beverage areas
Handle all guest complaints in the food and beverage division
Monitor all F&B prices, establish benchmarks, analyze sales mix, and ensure optimal pricing strategy to drive profitability
Coordinate the selection, purchasing, storage, inventorying, maintenance and usage of all related food and beverage supplies and equipment
Assist in the preparation of the annual strategic plan and achieve the goals and targets therein
Oversee the selection, training and development of all Heartists to ensure timely recruitment and career growth
Develop a high performing F&B Leadership Team and be invested in their growth
Conduct daily F&B Meeting to discuss VIP guests in house & arrival, F&B revenue updates, operational challenges and ways to improve
Maintains a favorable working relationship with all divisions to foster and promote a cooperative and harmonious working climate which will be conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity and efficiency/effectiveness
Follow department policies, procedures and service standards
Follow all safety policies
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Previous Food & Beverage experience in a senior leadership role required
Minimum 5-7 years progressive experience in managing F&B operations in a luxury hotel gained from working in global key cities
Computer literate in Microsoft Windows applications required
University/College degree in a related discipline
Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
Highly responsible & reliable
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
Ability to work a flexible schedule that meets business demands, including mornings, evenings, weekends, overtime shifts, and holidays
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Entrepreneurial mindset with strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
Preferred
Experience in a Forbes 5• environment preferred but not essential
Experience in a union environment preferred
Benefits
Discounted hotel rooms and food & beverage rates to employees at our sister properties around the globe.
We provide learning programs through our Academies to promote growth and development so that you can perform at your full potential
Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Planet 21 and WATCH
Competitive Health Benefit Package within 30 days of employment
401(k)/Roth IRA Eligibility after 60 days of employment
Cell Phone Usage Reimbursement
Complimentary Dry Cleaning Services for business attire
Company
Fairmont Homes Group
The Fairmont Homes Group is one of SA’s largest and most successful residential housing and development companies.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase