Food & Beverage Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Offering a calm haven and chic sophistication, Le Méridien Chicago - Oakbrook Center sits next to the eponymous shopping center in Oak Brook, Illinois. From our superb vantage point, guests can easily access attractions throughout Chicago, including Drury Lane Theatre, Elmhurst Art Museum and downtown.

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our Associates are the shining stars of what we do! We understand what it takes to be a part of something great. We will encourage you to bring your true self to work every day, we will celebrate you and we will cheer you on as you shine bright in your career journey. Whether it be our health & wellness programs, best in class learning and development or our travel discounts that ‘feed your inner explorer’, we work hard
to create and deliver on what YOU need. We are ready for you to start your journey with us where You Belong. We Care. Shine Bright.

We are looking for our next great team member to join our Food and Beverage management team, as a Food & Beverage Manager who will primarily focus on our Restaurant and Bar. We are committed to providing you with:

• Highly competitive wages - Salary Range Annually $75,000 - $80,000
• An exceptional benefit plan for eligible associates & your family members
• 401K matching program for eligible associates
• Discounts with our Crescent managed properties in North America for you & your family
• Hotel Room Discounts at Marriott branded properties worldwide

Here is what you will be doing each day:

• Lead daily restaurant operations with energy and enthusiasm.
• Inspire and develop a team of hospitality professionals.
• Ensure impeccable service standards and foster memorable guest interactions.
• Collaborate with culinary teams to curate unique dining experiences.
• Drive revenue goals and oversee cost management.

Does this sound like you?

• Must have at least 3 years of proven leadership experience in restaurant management in a hotel.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• A hands-on approach and a passion for mentoring and developing your team.
• A commitment to creating a guest-first environment.
• Must have Food Handler and TIPS certifications
• Food Manager certification preferred.
• Experience with TOAST POS a plus.

Our differences are what make us great:

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts we strive to create a great place to work where associates at all levels of our organization are respected for their differences, just like the guests and owners we serve. That’s why we are dedicated to creating an environment that facilitates open and honest conversations about race, equity, diversity, and inclusion. By examining our own beliefs and behaviors, we can create change through training, recruiting, and promoting diverse talent to strengthen our culture.