FOOD & BEVERAGE GENERAL MANAGER

Job Details

Job Location
Hotel Erwin - VENICE, CA

Salary Range
$90.00 - $110.00 Salary

Description

About our company:

Springboard Hospitality is a premier third-party hotel management company with a 30+ year history transforming lifestyle hotels, from the islands of Hawaii to the tip of Florida.

Springboard team members are a diverse mix of independent innovators, savvy storytellers, adventure-seekers, tech entrepreneurs, free-thinkers and community leaders making waves across one of the most diverse portfolios in the industry.

At every level, the Springboard team is dedicated to going Above & Beyond to deliver hotels that transform people, properties & communities. From memorable moments at the front desk, to thoughtful room touches, to inspired onsite programming, the Springboard team is committed to empowering the traveler's journey-inviting them to experience the frequency of each hotel's locale, pushing authentic human connection, exploration, and discovery, while also driving revenue.

Springboard values intentional culture, and whole-heartedly believes in nurturing, training, and empowering the careers of the hospitality leaders of today and tomorrow, encouraging them to travel and explore, through Springboard's award-winning portfolio. From work life balance to career development, Springboard values and invests in the greater team, reflected in zero corporate turnover during the pandemic, well positioned for continued growth through the future.

https://www.springboardhospitality.com/

Primary mission:

Directs and organizes the activities of the Food & Beverage departments, including but not limited to the Kitchen, Banquet Operations, Restaurants, Room Service and Bars, to maintain high standards of food and beverage quality, service and marketing to maximize profits through outstanding customer service.

SCOPE OF WORK + TEAM
Reports to Hotel Manager
Supports special events team
Part of the special events team and catering

RESPONSIBILITIES
Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of the Food & Beverage department to meet the daily needs of the operation.
Clearly describe, assign and delegate responsibility and authority for the operation of the various food and beverage sub-departments such as room service, restaurants, banquets, kitchens, stewards, etc.
Monitor and, when necessary, develop and implement schedules for the operation of all restaurants and bars to achieve a profitable result.
Participate with the chef and restaurant managers in the creation and merchandising of attractive menu designs to attract a predetermined customer market.
Implement effective controls of food, beverage and labor costs among all sub-departments and monitor the food and beverage budget to ensure efficient operation and that expenditures stay within budget limitations, including achieving budgeted revenue and labor expenses.
Assist the departmental managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desired standards of quality food, service, cleanliness, merchandising and promotions. Maximize food and beverage department profitability.
Regularly review and evaluate the degree of customer satisfaction of the individual outlets, including banquet service, to recommend new operating and marketing policies whenever a change in demand, customer dissatisfaction, or a change in competitive environment requires such changes. Investigate and resolve food quality and service complaints.
Develop, along with assistance from department heads, operating tools necessary and incidental to modern management principles such as budgeting, forecasting, purchase specifications, recipes, portion specifications, menu abstracts, food production control, job descriptions, etc.
Ensure compliance with all OLS Hotels & Resorts (OLS) policies and procedures that relate to food and beverage, as well as local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
Hire, train, supervise, develop, discipline and counsel all food and beverage management team members according to OLS policies and procedures.
Participate in the development of the annual budget; develop short and long term financial operating plans
Attend mandatory meetings including divisional meetings, executive meetings, staff meetings, etc.
Participate in Manager on Duty coverage program, which may require occasional weekend stayovers
Participate in community public relations for the hotel.
Operate traditional software programs such as Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint and/or Outlook.
Perform general cleaning tasks to adhere to health and safety standards.
Perform in the capacity of any position supervised.
Demonstrate positive leadership characteristics which inspire associates to meet and exceed standards.
Perform special projects and other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE:
Prior Experience:

10+ year experience in food and beverage, three of which should be from a management level

IT Expertise:

Advanced knowledge of computer software (including Microsoft Office, outlook) and web analytics tools is preferred.

Education:

Four-year college degree preferred
Food Service Sanitation. Alcohol Service Permit (if state-required). CPR certification preferred.

Subject Expertise:

Thorough knowledge of food and beverage operations including foods, beverages, supervisory aspects, service techniques, and guest interaction
Considerable skill in math and algebraic equations using percentages
Ability to walk, stand, and/or bend continuously to perform essential job functions.
Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing, with guests and employees, some of whom will require high levels of patience, tact, and diplomacy to defuse anger and to collect accurate information and to resolve problems.
Ability to work under pressure and deal with stressful situations during busy periods.
Ability to access and accurately input information using a moderately complex computer system.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of all property safety and security procedures as required maintaining a secure and safe environment for employees as well as guests.
Report any unusual occurrences and/or request to Supervisor.
Read and abide by all the regulations and rules of conduct stated in the Associate Handbook.
Must be service oriented with excellent customer service and sales skills
Must be able to effectively communicate to guests, management, and coworkers and read, write and understand the English language
Must be energetic and outgoing
Must possess excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
Must be able to follow directions with attention to detail, speed and accuracy
Must be a team player with the ability to work under minimal supervision
Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment
Must be able to understand and work with basic financial information and solve basic arithmetic problems
Must be able to type 45 wpm and have the ability to input data and access information on the computer
Must have proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Opera; preferred.
Must be able to exercise confidentiality and discretion.

OTHER EXPECTATIONS:
Abide by payroll policies, procedures and rules of conduct as stated in the Springboard Hospitality Associate Handbook.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of all company safety and security procedures.
Travel required: As needed for hotel familiarization, content creation shoots and to meet with colleagues.
Hours Required: Must primarily work during Springboard Hospitality business hours, Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm (PST), while understanding that the hotel business functions 24/7 and some weekend or holiday work may occasionally be required.

Benefits:

Springboard Hospitality offers an empowered working environment that encourages collaboration and flexibility. We offer a superior benefits package to employees who work 20 hours/week or more that includes:

Full Time Benefits
Competitive Base Salary
PTO
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Pet Insurance
401K
Costco Membership
Bereavement Leave
Management Contract Referral Program
Education Assistance

Additional Per Position
Employee Rates at all of Springboard Hospitality's 35+ Hotels
Monthly Cell Phone Stipend
Dry Cleaning Services
Hotel Level Executive Bonus Program
Retention Bonuses
Lead Share Program
Associate of the Month/Quarter & Company-wide Associate of the Year Programs
Associate Referral Bonus Program

Springboard Hospitality Core Values:
CONNECTED. We are plugged into people, technology and the cutting edge of culture.
INDEPENDENT. We are free-thinkers who embrace diversity and advocate for innovation.
COLLABORATIVE. We are collaborative and believe that the best solutions are found by working hand-in-hand.
PERSONALIZED. We are devoted to authentic human connection, personalizing our approach to the guests and owners that we serve.
DYNAMIC. We are analytic thought leaders who harness the power of data to maximize return on investment.

OLS Hotels & Resorts LLC dba Springboard Hospitality (Springboard) is an equal opportunity employer. Springboard provides equal employment opportunity for all associates and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), gender, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information and characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws. Springboard also provides reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities or medical conditions in accordance with applicable laws.
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