Assistant Director of Restaurants & Bars
Accor Hotels
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About the opportunity
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts is seeking an Assistant Director of Bars & Restaurants to join the Food & Beverage division leadership team at Fairmont Austin.
In this role, you will drive the vision and culture of the division, delivering exceptional service and flavors that make our venues preferred dining destinations and engaging places to work.
You will report to the Director of Restaurants & Bars and help lead daily operations across multiple venues.
Key responsibilities
- Run operational rotating shifts in multiple venues throughout the work week as needed to lead and manage day-to-day operations of Fulton, Garrison, Room 725, Rules & Regs Bar, and Pool Bar, ensuring service standards are followed.
- Drive innovative promotions, menus, and concepts to create a destination of choice for hotel and external guests.
- Work closely with leaders and bar teams to curate wine list enhancements and collaborate with senior food & beverage leadership to present profitable, visually stimulating retail displays.
- Compile monthly beverage and retail inventories to achieve budgeted cost of sale targets.
- Prepare annual budgets, assist in preparing the annual strategic plan, and implement effective control of food, beverage, labor, and operating expenses.
- Oversee the selection, training, and development of all colleagues to ensure timely recruitment, career growth, and adherence to policies and service standards.
- Resolve guest complaints promptly according to hotel standards and actively participate in hotel committees and team meetings.
- Collaborate with the Marketing team to ensure constant visibility for the venues.
Qualifications
- Previous Food & Beverage experience in a senior leadership role.
- At least 7-10 years of progressive leadership experience in luxury hotel food & beverage operations.
- University or College degree in a related discipline.
- Computer literacy in Microsoft Windows applications.
- Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities, high responsibility, and reliability.
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment and work cohesively as part of a team.
- Ability to focus attention on guest needs while remaining calm and courteous at all times.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Complimentary shift meal
- Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
- Learning programs through our Academies and Educational Assistance for further development
- Career growth opportunities within the property and across the world
- Corporate Social Responsibility activities, such as the Sustainability Committee
Additional information
Your team and working environment features a team of Heartists committed to working together, supporting each other, and providing the best guest experience.
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