Food and Beverage Manager
Job Posting for Food and Beverage Manager at Hu Hotel
Food & Beverage Manager position profile
Reports to: Hotel Manager, position is exempt
WHO WE ARE
Hotels done differently. It is not just a slogan or catchphrase, it is who we are in everything we do. We believe in the power of People, Place and Character; ensuring our properties are a place where individuals are valued and celebrated as a tribute to the neighborhoods and the people of the communities in which we operate; elevating our associates’ pride in who they are, where they live and who we serve.
Located in the heart of Memphis’ historic downtown, the 110-room hotel was built in 1905 as the Tennessee Trust Bank building. The building’s long history includes time as an office building, the cosmopolitan Madison Hotel, and its newest iteration, Hu. Hotel. The recent revitalization of Memphis, combined with the city’s gritty soul, has made The Bluff City a popular travel destination.
Hu. Hotel channels the spirit of the man who inspired its name. Equal parts magnate, women’s health advocate, and ascetic who helped introduce yoga to the West, Hugh “Hu.” Lawson White Brinkley was a man as ambitious and visionary as the delta in which our city resides.
Since its founding, Aparium has grown into a new kind of hotel brand, one that ventures off the beaten path, both geographically and philosophically. It is a sophisticated hotel brand known for its singular ability to combine the business acumen of large hospitality companies with the charm of boutique hotels, bringing the disparate forces together in bustling, smaller markets.
WHO YOU ARE
You are excited and passionate about being a leader in the three-ring circus that is a rooftop bar. You pride yourself in controlling chaos; and are adept at making each guest feel like they are the only person in the room. While your mission is to provide an unmatched experience for your guests, you value the work and feedback of your associates as well. You enjoy and excel in the fast-paced and often high-pressure environment to execute what is needed in exceeding our guest’s expectations and demonstrating the Aparium difference. You are attentive, courteous, efficient and motivate others by inspiring confidence, respect, enthusiasm, and collaboration.
You are highly organized and can work in an often-unpredictable environment to meet deadlines, all while maintaining a positive and professional demeanor.
THE ROLE
The Food and Beverage Manager reports directly to the Hotel Manager. It is critical the person in this position is tactical and strategic; if you only prefer to “see the forest” and not “plant the trees,” then this is not a role for you. All leaders of Aparium are required to get down and dirty to unearth existing needs and personally ensure what needs to be fixed is repaired. We are a young company that is in hyper-growth, so having the ability to be a soldier is as critical as being a general.
As the Food and Beverage Manager, you will lead the Food & Beverage team to execute the needs of the Rooftop Bar and catering events. The Food and Beverage Manager wears many different hats throughout the day – leading by example while spending the much of your day engaging with your associates and guests before, during, and after services. We encourage our leaders to inspire and challenge each other to be their best. A large degree of self-motivation is needed to drive your department, while collaborating with associates to execute your food and beverage concepts at a high level. As a leader within Aparium Hotel Group, you will work with a phenomenal group of peers who insist that you are collaborative, humble, experienced, and open-minded – no egos are allowed.
The Food and Beverage Manager will maintain and execute the Standards of Service for the Restaurant, assuring success for the guest experience.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Uphold and model the company’s principles of People, Place and Character; and ensure your team also models the way our values drive collaboration, intuition and translocal hospitality
- Actively participate in recruitment, training, scheduling, supervising, coaching, and motivation of all F&B associates in order to create an environment that nurtures ideas and develops future talent for succession planning in the F&B department; effectively use corrective action to address root causes of issues, course-correcting any missed opportunities
- Ensure timely set-up of the dining rooms and adhere to food & beverage standards and guest requests through active communication with the F&B team. Responsible for maintaining a strong guest and VIP relationship and ensuring all requests are communicated to staff.
- Review all reservations and cover count reports to determine appropriate staffing levels and station assignments.
- Manage inventory, control breakage/loss reduction of china, glass and silver related to restaurant services. Inspect and oversee the cleanliness and maintenance of all restaurant space, public areas, and service areas.
- Assists other departments with food and beverage requests as needed
- Maintain regular communication with hotel leadership to provide updates, discuss plans, communicate needs, and align on priorities, understanding that flexibility with your responsibilities is paramount to support a successful operation
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Passion for the People, Place and Culture of our community, love of Restaurants and Guest Service also required
- Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a leadership role in Restaurant or Food & Beverage management, hotel or restaurant opening experience is plus
- Must be proficient in Word, Excel and other applicable computer systems
- Expert-level knowledge, or ability to obtain, in reservations systems such as OpenTable and Tock, as well as POS systems such as Micros, Silverware and Lightspeed
- Expert-level knowledge, or ability to obtain, in reporting and inventory management tools such as Avero, Beverager and Accubar
- Thorough understanding of excellent service, labor control, maintenance, merchandising and accounting
- Ability to obtain and maintain Tennessee ABC License and Food Handlers Certification (ServSafe) within 30-days of hire
- Thorough understanding of all food & beverage items offered, including ingredients, methods of preparation and proper service
- Expert knowledge of wines and spirits
- Due to the cyclical nature of the hospitality industry, associates may be required to work varying schedules to reflect the business needs of the hotel, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Fluency in English both verbally and non-verbally
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time; push, pull, lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to work in extreme temperatures like freezers (-10* F) and kitchens ( 110* F), possible for one hour or more
HOW YOU LEAD
- Offer direct support for your team through coaching, counseling, gentle correction, and constructive feedback
- Collaborate effectively with all hotel departments including Sales and Hotel Operations to provide an exemplary guest experience
- Be respectful in your daily interactions with your managers, direct reports, and peers, exemplifying the utmost level of professionalism and being a pillar within your community
- Be a subject matter expert in Restaurant service, as well as understanding the history of the cuisine most closely related to the hotel food & beverage concept(s), effectively guiding others in their personal search with a gentle hand, never admonishing their lack of knowledge
- Demonstrates business acumen by ensuring that initiatives align with operational goals and budgets; shows passion to further develop this skillset
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment and a sense of belonging. We do not discriminate and believe every individual should be proud of who they are, where they come from, and take pride in who we serve.
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