Legends New York , NY 10007
Posted 2 months ago
LEGENDS
Founded in 2008, Legends' operating divisions worldwide include
THE ROLE
The Food and Beverage Manager will be responsible for the execution of strategy within the F&B department. This person will manage restaurant staff, inventory, F&B programs, and customer service in a high-end Michelin star driven atmosphere in order to maximize profitability, control sales, margins and inventory turns.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Optimize restaurant operations and drive sales by delivering core service principles.
Understand and execute Legends Best Practices standards. Assure compliance with company service standards, inventory, and cash control procedures
Coach and communicate with the F&B team about all our products and services, enthusiastically model selling behavior, share technical knowledge, and provide recommendations about ways to connect our customers with the right solutions or offerings.
Maintain and control inventory ensuring that we have sufficient supplies needed to maintain sales. Manage and track daily, weekly and month inventory.
Prevent shrink by training and enforcing proper loss prevention procedures for cashiering and any other product entering or exiting the building.
Sole on site T.E.A.M. trainer, responsible for training given to all F&B staff and new hires.
Responsible for Food Handler's certificate procurement and updates for all F&B staff.
Assist General Manager in scheduling, ordering, and executing of in-house Special Events
Buying
Buying - creating Purchase orders and following appropriate approval procedures
Ensure all cash handling procedures are documented and enforced
Ensure all opening and closing procedure are followed. Manage close down procedures, making sure that all areas of the retail space are to be left clean, tidy and secure, ready for the next day
Counsel team members on performance issues and take appropriate corrective action in partnership with management and Human Resources.
Act as support to General Manager in customizing merchandise selection, buying product assortments, and planning.
Maintain a calm demeanor and manage issues professionally and according to attraction operating, and company standards, setting a positive example.
Assist with maintaining an exceptional relationship with our partners
Knowledgeable of POS system including voids, credit card issues, closing out procedure
Completes incident reports as necessary. Must be knowledgeable of proper health and safety measures
Able to produce commercial reporting data, sales analysis, and cost of goods analysis. This includes new product performance, associate per caps performance, and top & bottom sellers.
Keeps Director of Operations and General Manager promptly and fully informed of all issues (i.e. problems, unusual matters of significance and positive events) and takes prompt corrective action where necessary or suggests alternative courses of action
Attend weekly operations meetings
Maintain the readiness of building evacuation and first aid process and equipment
Work as a team with fellow associates and other departments. Able to fill-in various assignments through the attraction as needed.
Completes other related tasks as assigned by management
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
College degree is preferred. Bachelor of Science degree in hotel/restaurant management is desirable. A combination of practical experience and education will be considered as an alternative
Have a minimum of 3 years of hospitality experience managing a bar and/or nightlife venue
Proficient in the following dimensions of restaurant functions: food planning and preparation, inventory management, sanitation, service standards, staffing and employee management, payroll and financial reporting
Able to organize time effectively, forward plan and prioritize tasks to ensure work load is balanced and urgent situations are dealt with immediately. Ability to multitask and delegate duties when necessary
Ability to read, speak and write English language in order to interact with staff and guests, additional language skills would be a distinct advantage and benefit
A genuine interest and understanding in food and drink - wine and cocktail knowledge is essential
Must have excellent knowledge of food and beverage preparations, service standards, guest relations and etiquette
Ability to work long hours and flexible shifts including: mornings, nights, weekends and holidays
Ability to think on your feet and under pressure while maintaining a positive outlook and attention to detail
Must be punctual and dependable
Ability to perform under pressure effectively for extensive periods of time while maintaining professionalism.
Knowledge of the appropriate table settings and service ware
Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations, complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific safety training.
Follow and encourage your team to follow all safety policies and procedures, including but not limited to looking for and reporting any unsafe work conditions, and complete company-wide safety training and any additional job specific safety training.
Report all safety incidents (injuries and illnesses) into the company's risk management system (Origami Risk) on the same day that the safety incident has been reported to you.
COMPENSATION
Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Location: On site
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands and fingers, and handle controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.
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