Food & Beverage Manager

The Williamsburg Hotel is a lifestyle boutique hotel located in the middle of the action and on the stoop of local hotspots, from entertainment to culture. We are looking for a Food & Beverage Manager to oversee the front of house operations.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversee the front of house operations including the restaurant and lobby bar
• Communicate daily with Head Chef, Executive Sous Chef, Front Office, and Hotel Manager on reservations, large parties, and VIPs
• Interview, train, supervise, appraise, and counsel employees
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Engage with guests and colleagues in a professional manner
• Assist in maintaining monthly inventory
• Attend food and beverage meetings, and any other meetings regarding food & beverage business
• Develop relationships with guests in order to provide personalized service and repeat guests
• Graciously handle guest complaints
• Inspect dining room, lobby bar, and other public areas for cleanliness, safety hazards, and correct furniture and equipment set up
• Ensure that all staff adheres to the uniform guidelines
• Maintain positive guest and interdepartmental relations at all times
• Coordinate set up of special events in the restaurant and lobby bar
• Perform other job-related activities as required or assigned by the Hotel Manager

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of food and beverage management experience in a New York City restaurant
• Strong knowledge and interest in food and beverage with a sincere interest in the hospitality industry
• Knowledge of POS systems
• Great communication skills, professional demeanor and appearance
• Able to work in a team environment and welcome feedback and direction
• Capable of standing for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, climb up and down stairs, walk, and carry multiple objects

Salary range: $65,000 to $75,000

The Williamsburg Hotel is an equal opportunity employer.