Assistant Food and Beverage Director

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: Assistant Food and Beverage Director

Pay Grade: 11

Reports To: District Manager

Salary: 65,000-80,000

Other Forms of Compensation:  

CULINAIRE provides upscale food and beverage management services to a very diverse collection of national accounts to include art museums, cultural landmarks, hotels, performing arts centers, restaurants, and special event venues. While our portfolio is diverse, the one constant in every operation that we manage is our total commitment to our associates to put their career path, safety and success as our top priority, as well as to provide sophisticated, delicious food and warm service to our guests.

Job Summary

The Assistant Food and Beverage Diretcor will be responsible for assisting with the day-to-day food service operations of a medium to large volume location. You will manage and lead a team of associates, and will be responsible for talent development, managing client relationships, profitability, and supporting financial goals in an assigned area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

•    Understands the operations profits and loss (P&L) statement to determine weakness and strengths and manage within the approved budget
•    Strategizes operational plan to maintain the required profitability margins
•    Ensures compliance with health and safety codes and polices
•    Communicates effectively with peers, supervisors and subordinates
•    Generates a positive and professional environment for teamwork
•    Responsible for the overall financial success of the operation
•    Primary direct-line accountability and is accountable for staff functions
•    Establishes and maintains a professional environment throughout the operation
•    Ensures and maintains the highest level of customer satisfaction.
•    Develops and maintains positive working relationship with the client, staff and customers 
•    Establishes and maintains an exceptional associate relations through effective recruitment, hiring, positive motivation, training, development and discipline
•    Ensures license and code, health safety compliance within the building operation
•    Attends all meetings as required. 
•    Completes monthly forecast for performance of operations against budget-to-plan
•    Analyzes and initiates action to improve product, company image and profitability
•    Oversees monthly audits of all food inventories
•    Completes weekly / monthly forecasta
•    Oversees and assists with the management of all food and alcohol inventories
•    Ensures paperwork is accurate and submitted timely
•    Knowledge and compliance with policies and procedures as outlined under the Associate's Handbook
•    Completes all assignments and tasks as instructed by any member of management

Qualifications: 

• Min of  3 years of food service management experience.
• Experience in restaurants, hotels, corporate dining, education, military, health care, and/or related food service operations.
• Strong leadership and communication skills. 
• Financial experience and business acumen skills.
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of MS Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and internet.
• Associate’s degree is preferred. 

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Associates at Culinaire 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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Culinaire maintains a drug-free workplace.