WHO YOU ARE
Your experience has been eclectic. You have worked in all sorts of food & beverage operations - mom & pops, hotel food & beverage, independent restaurants - and know every aspect of and the differences in operating each. Your early experiences were not one-sided in front-of-house or heart-of-house, as you couldn’t help yourself from learning all about the inner workings of the industry in which you worked. You came in on your day off to stage with the culinary team, helped with wine inventory to learn from the sommelier, and/or took off your white coat to wear a suit for a Friday night shift on the floor.
Having a passion and curiosity for food and hospitality led you to working with some of the best chefs and service professionals in the industry. You have held progressive leadership roles within growing companies and have led multiple hotel and restaurant openings. You thrive in the organized chaos of an opening and on a busy weekend night, maintaining perspective and
your cool under the pressure; you are the calm in the storm.
Thoughtful organization and attention to detail are the hallmarks of your work. You built a reputation on training programs and systems you have put in place and take deep satisfaction in the fact that they are still a part of the operating culture years later. You are adventurous in your own backyard and beyond. You are known to have your pulse on your city and pick your travel destinations on where you want to dine. You get excited about the newest restaurant opening, scour cities in search of the best coffee, and seek out authenticity in every meal. You are inspired by the world around you and how to apply it to your own operation and know that is only achieved by inspiring others and not a standard. You are constantly networking and looking for great talent, but more importantly, know that the best talent comes from within and get goosebumps when one of your people is promoted.
THE ROLE
The Food & Beverage Director reports directly to the Hotel General 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 do the work is as critical as leading the team.
As the Food and Beverage Director, you will support and guide the food and beverage leaders of our restaurant-focused hotel by ensuring they are living the company’s operating principle of translocal hospitality through people, programming and profitability. You will develop trusting and transparent relationships with the hotel leadership team and HQ to lead the planning, execution and growth of the hotel’s food and beverage program.
The Food and Beverage Director wears many different hats throughout the day. You will lead your team of managers and line staff by example, while spending much of your day engaging with your associates and guests during peak service. Our leaders inspire, encourage, and challenge each other to be their best. A large degree of self-motivation is needed to drive your business; continuously looking for ways to drive new and repeat guests and improving your products & service with profit in mind.
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.
WHO WE ARE
Hotels done differently. It’s 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 historic Ybor, a trolley ride away from downtown Tampa, Hotel Haya is a hub of activity. Blending Cuban, Italian, and Spanish influences, the property features 178 guest rooms, over 7000 square feet of banquet space, a world-class restaurant, airy café, and lush courtyard with a pool. Hotel Haya is managed by Aparium Hotel Group which was founded in 2011. 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.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Aparium Hospitality Services celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment, and sense of belonging for all employees. 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. Aparium is an E-Verify employer.