Director Of Food & Beverage
Exciting times at the "newest" and "coolest" hotel to hit the Charlotte area, The Mecklen Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel. Apply today! Responsibilities: • Hire, train, and supervise all food and beverage staff, including kitchen, dining, and bar personnel. Develop operational standards and implement policies and procedures to ensure smooth daily operations. • Create and manage comprehensive budgets for food, beverage, and labor costs. Implement effective cost control systems and monitor inventory to minimize waste and maximize profitability. • Oversee menu development and approve new menus to ensure they are high-quality, marketable, and align with customer preferences. Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and service quality. • Contribute to strategic planning and project conceptualization for all food and beverage outlets. Coordinate events, promotions, and seasonal campaigns to drive business. • Monitor guest feedback, address complaints, and implement improvements to enhance the overall guest experience. • Ensure all legal and regulatory requirements are met, such as food safety and alcohol service laws. Negotiate contracts with vendors and suppliers. Qualifications: • A bachelor's degree in hospitality management or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Hire, train, and supervise all food and beverage staff, including kitchen, dining, and bar personnel. Develop operational standards and implement policies and procedures to ensure smooth daily operations. • Create and manage comprehensive budgets for food, beverage, and labor costs. Implement effective cost control systems and monitor inventory to minimize waste and maximize profitability. • Oversee menu development and approve new menus to ensure they are high-quality, marketable, and align with customer preferences. Maintain high standards of food safety, sanitation, and service quality. • Contribute to strategic planning and project conceptualization for all food and beverage outlets. Coordinate events, promotions, and seasonal campaigns to drive business. • Monitor guest feedback, address complaints, and implement improvements to enhance the overall guest experience. • Ensure all legal and regulatory requirements are met, such as food safety and alcohol service laws. Negotiate contracts with vendors and suppliers.