About this role
The Director of Bars and Restaurants role is a key component of the Food & Beverage division senior leadership and will be instrumental in driving the vison and culture of the division.
At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, exceptional service and flavors are the hallmarks of every dining experience. Your leadership and vision as Director of Restaurants will drive outstanding operating results – and ensure our Venues are not only preferred dining destinations, but also engaging places to work.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Assistant Director, Food & Beverage, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:
Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service.Lead and manage the day-to-day operation with oversight across Fulton, Garrison, Room 725, Rules & Regs Bar and Pool Bar ensuring all service standards are followedDrive innovative promotions, menus and concepts; creating a destination of choice for both hotel and external guests.Work closely with other leaders and bar teams to curate wine list enhancementsWork closely with the Assistant Food & Beverage Director to present a profitable and visually stimulating retail display.Compile monthly beverage & retail inventories and ensure achievement of budgeted cost of sale targets.Lead and support the Venues in the achievement of their financial and operational targetsPrepare annual budgets and administer in a fiscally responsible mannerImplement effective control of food, beverage, labor and operating expensesAssist in the preparation of the annual strategic plan and achieve the goals and targets thereinEnsure the implementation of standards in guest service, constantly seek out ways to improve product and service as well as increase volumes and profitsOversee the selection, training and development of all Colleagues to ensure timely recruitment and career growthFollow department policies, procedures and service standardsActively resolve guest complaints promptly according to hotel standardsActively participate in hotel committees and team meetingsWork closely with Marketing team to ensure the venues have constant visibilityWhat is in it for you:
Paid time offMedical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401KComplimentary shift mealEmployee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwideLearning programs through our Academies and Educational Assistance for further developmentOpportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities, like Sustainability Committee To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Previous Food & Beverage experience in a senior leadership role requiredAt least 7-10 years of progressive leadership experience in luxury hotel food & beverage operationsUniversity/College degree in a related discipline requiredComputer literate in Microsoft Window applications requiredStrong interpersonal and problem solving abilitiesHighly responsible & reliableAbility to work well under pressure in a fast paced environmentAbility to work cohesively as part of a teamAbility to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times Your team and working environment:
A team of Heartists that are committed to working together, supporting each other, and providing the best guest experience, Feel Valued, Feel Sparked, We Are One
Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent. We commit to a future where diverse identities are celebrated, and equitable and inclusive practices are woven into the fabric of everything we do as an organization.
Fairmont Austin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. EOE/M/F/D/V