Meyer Jabara Hotels has distinguished itself as an employer of choice, attracting innovative and talented industry professionals who deliver exceptional results. Our Associates are encouraged to reach their fullest potential by delivering a differentiated experience to our guests and an exceptional bottom-line. Director of Food & Beverage - Marriott Stamford Hotel & Spa JOB SUMMARY Functions as the strategic business leader of the property’s food and beverage/culinary operation, including Restaurant/Bar, In Room Dining, and Banquets/Catering, where applicable. Position oversees the development and implementation of departmental strategies and ensures implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives.

The position ensures the food and beverage/culinary operation meets the brand’s target customer needs, ensures associate satisfaction, and focuses on growing revenues and maximizing the financial performance of the department. Develops and implements property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the Stamford Marriott target customer and hotel associates and provides a return on investment. CANDIDATE PROFILE Education and Experience • High school diploma or GED; 8 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, event management, or related professional area. OR • 4-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 6 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, event management, or related professional area.

Skills and Knowledge • Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. • Management of Financial Resources - Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures. • Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

• Applied Business Knowledge - Understanding market dynamics, enterprise level objectives and important aspects of the company’s business to accurately diagnose strengths and weaknesses, anticipate opportunities and risks, identify issues, and develop strategies and plans. Aligning individual and team actions with strategies and plans to drive business results. CORE WORK ACTIVITIES Developing and Maintaining Food and Beverage/Culinary Goals • Sets expectations and holds food and beverage team accountable for demonstrating desired service behaviors. • Reviews financial reports and statements to determine how Food and Beverage is performing against budget.
• Makes recommendations for CAPEX funding of food and beverage equipment and renovations in accordance with Stamford Marriott business strategy. • Works with food and beverage team to determine areas of concern and develops strategies to improve the department’s financial performance. Developing and Maintaining Budgets • Develops and manages Food and Beverage budget. • Monitors the department’s actual and projected sales to ensure revenue goals are met or exceeded and opportunities are identified and addressed.
• Ensures cash control and liquor control policies are in place in food & beverage areas and followed by all related employees. • Focuses on maintaining profit margins without compromising guest or associate satisfaction. Leading Food and Beverage/Culinary Team • Encourages and builds mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members. • Achieves and exceeds goals including performance goals, budget goals, team goals, etc.
• Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors. • Identifies opportunities to increase profits and create value by challenging existing processes, encouraging innovation and driving necessary change. • Ensures that regular, on-going communication occurs in all areas of food and beverage (e.g., pre-meal briefings, staff meetings, culinary team). • Establishes and maintains open, collaborative relationships with direct reports and entire food & beverage team.

Ensures direct reports do the same for their team. • Develops a food and beverage operating strategy that is aligned with the Stamford Marriott business strategy and leads its execution. • Identifies the developmental needs of others and coaches, mentors, or otherwise helps others to improve their knowledge or skills. • Stays aware of market trends and introduces new food and beverage products to meet or exceed customer expectations, generate increased revenue and ensure a competitive position in the market.

Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service • Provides services that are above and beyond for customer satisfaction and retention. • Improves service by communicating and assisting individuals to understand guest needs, providing guidance, feedback, and individual coaching when needed. • Reviews findings from guest satisfaction results with F& B team and ensures appropriate corrective action is taken. • Effectively manage wages, food & beverage cost and controllable expenses (e.g., restaurant supplies, uniforms, etc.).

• Hires food & beverage team members who demonstrate strong functional expertise, creativity and entrepreneurial leadership to meet the business needs of the operation. • Sets goals and expectations for direct reports using the performance review process and holds staff accountable for successful performance. • Ensures associates are treated fairly and equitably. Additional Responsibilities • Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Estimate food, liquor, wine, and other beverage consumption in order to anticipate amounts to be purchased or requisitioned. • Order and purchase equipment and supplies. The difference between being a good business and an amazing business can be found in the company's footprints made by giving back and serving others. Community relationships matter to the team at Meyer Jabara.

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