Food & Beverage Manager - Zamora

Job Description

The Hotel Zamora, a beautiful boutique hotel located in St. Pete Beach, FL, is seeking an experienced Food & Beverage Manager. With stunning views overlooking the Intercoastal Waterway and Gulf of Mexico, the Hotel Zamora provides a luxurious retreat for its guests. Besides relaxing in the beautifully appointed guest rooms, our guests experience intuitive service in our Rooftop Lounge, Sidewalk Restaurant, Private Dining, and Meeting/Banquet space. The Hotel Zamora is under new ownership and management with Sherman Associates, an accomplished and proven real estate development and management company. Our commitment to people and our vision for the future, combined with our history of success spanning decades, makes Sherman Associates who we are today.

The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for overall operation of the hotel's food & beverage operations, manages and hires front of house staff, purchases inventory, responsible for Food & Beverage department profitability, and guest satisfaction scores. This manager is also responsible for making sure everyone is trained on proper food preparation, proper and legal alcoholic beverage service, and kitchen safety and health standards.

Essential Functions

Assists in development, implementation and maintenance of written F & B objectives and standards of practice with procedures for implementation

Promotes teamwork within the Food and Beverage department and between other departments to ensure smooth operations and quality service

Demonstrates the capability of handling sudden situations that arise, such as staff or customer complaints, lack of inventory, lack of staff members, and even terminating and replacing staff members

Supervises and manages the front of the house associates on all shifts, including staffing, scheduling, coaching, training and evaluating

Monitors the service of food and drinks to guests and customers, but also ensures labor laws and health compliance regulations, customer satisfaction and brand standards are followed

Manages all Food and Beverage operations within the hotel and demonstrates a hands-on approach with overseeing the daily activities of staff

Writes and monitors work schedules, orders and checks shipment arrivals, and enforces cleaning schedules

Rallies team during heavy shifts, resolves conflicts and does what it takes to get the job done

Manages multiple priorities and stays on top of numerous elements: food standards, costs, safety, etc.

Inspects equipment to determine repair or maintenance needs and cleanliness

Assists the Executive Chef in menu planning, preparation and presentation of food and drinks, and monitoring adherence to quality and safety standards

Works closely with the executive chef and culinary team to provide and ensure efficient operation of the kitchen

Oversees the planning, costing, and implementation of menus and wine lists

Ensures ambiance and appearance of the dining room meets standards including linens, napkins, silverware, table set-up, centerpieces, etc.

Ensures that dining room service is in compliance with all local, federal and state regulations in relation to service, sanitation and personnel

Supervises and coordinates set-up and execution of internal and external events throughout the property

Ensures that dining room service is in compliance with all local, federal and state regulations in relation to service, sanitation and personnel

Completes other tasks and duties as assigned based on business needs

Minimum Requirements

Displays leadership in guest hospitality, exemplifies excellent customer service and creates a positive atmosphere for guest relations

Having an eye for detail and creativity to look at things differently will be a key to developing the food and beverage experience

Able to demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication in English

Proficiency with computers and computer programs, including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Minimum of 2 years of management, preferably in a restaurant, club, hotel or service industry required

Ability to work long shifts for special events and large crowds

Sound knowledge of restaurant management software

Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills; ability to communicate effectively with community partners, vendors / external parties, and across internal divisions

A passion for the mission, vision, and values of Sherman Associates

Schedule may vary due to the specific needs of the hotel

Benefits:

Benefits

Sherman Associates strives to lead the market in the benefits we offer. In addition to medical, dental, vision and supplemental benefits, what sets us apart includes

Low Deductible Health Insurance Plans

Fully paid short term disability

Fully paid life insurance

Additional Supplemental Insurance Policies including

Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness

Hospital Indemnity

Long-Term Disability

Pet insurance

Fully paid employee assistance program

Fully vested 401k company match program

9 Paid holidays and competitive PTO program (starting at 15 days annualized)

Starbucks and Hotel discounts

Charitable giving strategy with corporate match

Sherman Associates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans to apply.

This job advertisement is intended to provide information essential to understanding the scope of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.

Only applicants who complete our application process will be considered for employment. Applicants that need reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may contact