Food and Beverage Manager

The Stefani Restaurant group is launching Tavern on Rush this Summer. We are hiring an energetic and hospitality focused Food and Beverage Manager. This position requires a proactive leader with strong organizational skills, a passion for the hospitality industry, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.  Tavern on Rush will feature 2 floors on upscale steakhouse dining, an energetic bar, an expansive patio, and private dining in addition to providing room service to the Thompson Hotel.    Key Responsibilities: Display STRONG floor presence during service - Extensive table touches to ensure the guest experience is on track for a flawless experience. Assist GM in managing costs, driving sales and growing the business in support of achieving all financial goals. Partner with the GM to interview, hire, onboard, train, coach and daily supervision of all hourly teammates. Ability to hold the team accountable for consistent service. Extensive knowledge of craft bar program in addition to 300+ bottle wine program. Schedule and delegate work assignments to floor managers Engage all FOH teammates by hosting pre-shift meetings with a focus on the standards of service, large parties, and VIP guests Develop positive guest relationships and address any guest concerns in a timely manner Schedule and perform beverage inventory with the ability to troubleshoot shrinkage throughout service.  Execute ordering of supplies/product for the FOH team as needed Hold staff accountable to restaurant policies, service standards, and steps of service; administer fair and consistent corrective action when appropriate Control cash and other receipts by adhering to cash handling and reconciliation procedures in accordance with restaurant policies and procedures Understand and comply with all federal, state, county and municipal regulations that pertain to health, safety and labor requirements of the restaurant, employees and guests     Ideal Experience: 5+ yrs fast-paced, fine-dining and/or upscale management experience Strong knowledge of executing multiple private events during restaurant service Strong knowledge of POS systems (Toast), Opentable (reservation), Tripleseat, (Private events), Hotschdules (schedule platform) Strong financial acumen with the proven ability to oversee cost control, inventory, labor, management, and profitability We will be open for Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner and holiday availability is a must.    

Created: 2024-10-24