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Director Of Food And Beverage

The Post Oak Hotel is seeking a Director of Food and Beverage to join the only double Forbes Five-Star Hotel in Texas. This role manages all aspects of the Food & Beverage division which includes all restaurants, bars & lounges, banquets, room service, private bars and stewarding.

Responsibilities:

• Overseeing all aspects of the organization's Food & Beverage Division.
• Providing leadership and guidance to colleagues and coordinating the recruitment, training, development, and evaluation of personnel in the Food & Beverage Division.
• Providing mentoring, coaching and regular feedback to help improve team member performance.
• Upholding Five-Star service standards by proactively resolving guest concerns, anticipating needs, and creating exceptional guest experiences.
• Being visible in the operation, recognize and maintain relationships with regular guests as well as cultivate relationships with new patrons through effective marketing and personal relationships.
• Overseeing financial success. Control labor and operating expenses through effective planning, purchasing decisions, and inventory control while focusing on creative cost control and revenue generation solutions.
• Participating in preparation of the hotel's strategic and marketing plans.
• Preparing the Food and Beverage Department budget with duties to include menu planning and costs, preparation and presentation of food and drinks.
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and liquor laws, as well as all internal food & beverage policies.
• Ensuring teams have the necessary resources and equipment required for their role and are empowered to carry out job duties.

Qualifications:

• Aspire to our values of being passionate, strive for excellence, remain relevant, collaborate and act with honor and integrity.
• Five (5) years of management experience in banquets and food and beverage outlets within a luxury hotel or 3 years of Director of Food & Beverage experience preferred.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred or relevant work experience, skills, and knowledge that are deemed comparable to a degree.
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends and holidays is required.
• Physical demands: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and prolong extended periods of standing.
• Tipped Position This position does not earn tips