Assistant Food & Beverage Manager - Franchised

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Job Description

Additional Information: This hotel is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Legacy Hotels & Resorts Limited. The franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from Marriott International, Inc. The franchisee solely controls all aspects of the hotel's employment policies and practices, including hiring, firing, discipline, staffing, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. If you accept a position at this hotel, you will be employed by a franchisee and not by Marriott International, Inc.

Job Description

The role of Assistant Food and Beverage Manager is crucial in supporting the Food and Beverage Manager in overseeing the food & beverage operations of three dining establishments and a large conference and banqueting operation. The Conference and Banqueting department includes ten meeting rooms, one of which can accommodate up to 600 guests. The hotel often hosts large corporate and leisure events, which this position is also accountable for.

The Assistant Food and Beverage Manager will act as a crucial link between the food and beverage management team and associates, facilitating smooth communication and operational efficiency. They will also strive towards achieving company financial goals such as department gross profits, labour budget, employee productivity, and ensuring an excellent guest experience. The role requires flexible working hours, covering any five out of seven days on a shift basis, which includes evenings, early mornings, and weekends. The Assistant Manager will also cover duty manager shifts on a rotating basis.

Job Requirements

• Effectively manage the Food & Beverage Team.
• Assist with recruitment process and associate onboarding experience.
• Effectively manage the daily operations of the food & beverage department including restaurants, staffing and conference & banqueting.
• Administer and plan rotas and holidays to meet business needs and wage control.
• Assist with Food and Beverage orders and deliveries, ensuring liquor control and stock is strictly maintained at all times.
• Display a pro-active and consistent approach to beverage costings.
• Adhere to Health, Safety and Hygiene guidance.
• Carry out departmental training, appraisals and probationary reviews
• Strive towards exceeding guest expectations
• Follow the LEARN method of guest complaint handling
• Support the overall objectives of the food and beverage department in terms of, revenue, costs and teamwork.
• Take a proactive role in duty management shifts.

Pay and Benefits

• £30,000 annual salary plus monthly service charge
• 28 -31 days annual leave
• Company pension contribution of 3%
• Discounted accommodation worldwide with the Marriott Explore programme
• 20% Food and beverage discount worldwide on all Marriott properties
• Complimentary meal whilst on duty
• Access to the learning and development with Marriott's 'Become Programme'
• Regular associate events & a recognition programme
• Access to our employee assistance programme
• Complimentary onsite car parking
• Use of onsite gym
• A complimentary one night's stay in the hotel
• Uniform and discounted laundry service
• £40B&B at any legacy-managed property
• 50% F&B in legacy-managed hotels

This company is an equal opportunity employer.

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About the Team

At Courtyard, we're passionate about better serving the needs of travelers everywhere. It's what inspired us to create the first hotel designed specifically for business travelers, and it's why the Courtyard experience today empowers our guests, no matter the purpose of their trip. We're looking for achievers who are passionate about providing a guest experience that goes above and beyond, enjoy being part of a small yet ambitious team, and love learning how to always improve - all while having fun.

In joining Courtyard, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work, begin your purpose, belong to an amazing global team, and become the best version of you.