Food and Beverage Manager

The Company

With over 100 hotels in our portfolio, representing 18 internationally recognized hotel brands, InnVest is the largest independent owner of hotels in Canada.  In addition, our management team oversees the day-to-day activities of over 90 hotels also making InnVest the largest independent operator of hotels in Canada. InnVest’s portfolio is geographically diverse with hotels from Victoria, BC to Corner Brook, NL. From roadside inns to luxury urban properties, we are also experientially diverse.

At InnVest, our mission is simple – to deliver outstanding guest experiences and superior returns on quality hospitality investment. A career at InnVest will provide you with unrivaled opportunities and invaluable exposure to Canada’s largest independently-owned and operated hotel portfolio.

To learn more about InnVest Hotels, visit https://innvesthotels.com/

ACTIVITIES:

The duties of the F&B Manager include, but are not limited to the following:

• Successfully drive Food and Beverage top line revenue generating Sales & Marketing strategies, manage margins, while focusing on menu and service standards.


• Provides input into the annual budget process, regular forecasting throughout the year and financial reporting for all food and beverage outlets including Kitchen, and Banquet departments.


• Provides guidance to managers of food and beverage operations and promotes the delivery of exceptional guest service.


• Active hands on participation in the day-today delivery of service within the department; regularly performing restaurant host/floor shifts, supporting staff and monitoring service.


• Assists and collaborates with the General Manager, Corporate and Regional directors on product offerings, quality, menu design, sourcing of products and ingredients, and other initiatives, ensuring the corporate food and beverage vision is maintained.


• Implements and maintains a loyalty retention program to enhance guest loyalty.


• Provides organizational expertise to food and beverage departments in defining training and developmental needs for the Food and Beverage team.


• Stays informed about local, national and international best practices or trends in food and beverage industry and conducts market, trend and demography research and analysis.


• Ensures compliance with food handling requirements and regulations, and company policies and procedures.


• Fulfill Manager on duty shifts.


• Demonstrate professional attitude and image in manner and attire.


• Must be willing to work a variety of days, evenings and weekends.


• Adhere to all Food & Beverage audit requirements.


• Provide and implement improvement initiatives for Focus Group and Employee Survey results.

COMPETENCIES WE ARE SEEKING:

• Minimum 3 years previous experience in hotel F&B Management


• Diploma or degree in restaurant management and or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.


• Provincial certifications for alcohol service and food preparation. Smart Serve, Food Handler Certification and WHMIS training an asset.


• Working knowledge of spreadsheets and word processing, in Microsoft applications.


• Proven leadership and customer service skills.


• Proven ability to train, and develop employees, build relationships and utilize skills of employees most appropriately.


• MICROS system and asset.


• Ability to work under pressure.


• Demonstrate excellence in establishing a network of contacts.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $35,000 to $45,000 (salary + performance-based bonus). Compensation determinations are based on several factors including but not limited to relevant skills; experience and training; licensure and certifications, work location and other business and organizational needs. The position may be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual bonus program, subject to the terms and conditions of the program. Any bonus award is contingent upon multiple factors, including individual and organizational performance

InnVest Hotels is an inclusive employer. As such, we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We appreciate all applications, however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.