FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER - AMERICAN AIRLINES CHICAGO IL

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER - AMERICAN AIRLINES CHICAGO IL  

Salary: 70000 - 75000

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary

NOW HIRING - FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER TO JOIN OUR TEAM (AMERICAN AIRLINES, CHICAGO AIRPORT)

Our F&B Manager will lead the American Airlines Lounge operations (Chicago Airport). They will lead the charge in ensuring our American Airlines guests receive exceptional guest service and high quality food and beverage offerings, each and every day. As a F&B Manager, you must be a utility player - the ability to jump in where needed, when needed (FOH and BOH). Note - Lounge hours demand the ability to work weekends/evenings. 

Our F&B Manager ensures that all menu items are prepared, portioned, and presented properly in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner according to all established procedures, performance standards, and specifications. They promote a positive team culture focused on guest service and "wow-worthy" American Airline lounge experiences. 

Key Responsibilities include:

• Ensures guest satisfaction through effective and efficient service, impactful team leadership, and ensuring and a clean and pleasant environment
• Maintains accurate and complete reporting (daily operations, inventory, scheduling reports)
• Trains, develops, and mentors a team of engaged, focused, and dedicated associates committed to quality
• Creates crew schedules and identifies when to send crew home according to labor models and guest traffic / volume patterns
• Assist with ordering, accounting and maintaining product and supply inventories
• Takes initiative to immediately act on violations of safety, sanitation and security policies

Preferred Qualifications:

• Food & Beverage management experience (hotel restaurant, chain, or multi-unit)
• Experience with food costing and inventory
• Labor Costs and scheduling oversight
• Must be self-motivated and passionate about guest service delivery
• Experience in a multi-cultural environment
• Minimum 2 years’ high volume F&B experience
• Demonstrated passion for motivating a guest-centric team

Apply to Eurest today!

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Associates at Eurest are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information. 

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. 

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.