Assistant Food & Beverage Director

San Jose, CA, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $75,000.00 - $85,000.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life insurance

employee discount

Career growth opportunities

Job Description

Zone 8 Sports Bar & Grill is recognized as San Jose's premier destination for sports enthusiasts and casual diners alike. Known for its electrifying atmosphere, the establishment features two massive 200-inch HD projection screens alongside an extensive arrangement of wall-to-wall 65-inch televisions, creating an immersive viewing experience for every guest. The menu is diverse, offering everything from delectable appetizers to sumptuous desserts, complemented by a fully stocked bar and a daily happy hour that draws in a loyal crowd. The bar's vibrant environment is powered by a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional service and creating memorable moments for all patrons.

Casino M8trix, the operator behind Zone 8 Sports Bar & Grill, is actively looking to hire an Assistant Food & Beverage Director. This pivotal role is designed for a dynamic leader capable of guiding the Food & Beverage Service staff with energy and professionalism to ensure guests enjoy an outstanding and entertaining experience from the moment they step into the venue. The role requires an individual with a strong foundation in food and beverage management, excellent interpersonal skills, and a passion for hospitality excellence.

As the Assistant Food & Beverage Director, the successful candidate will work closely with the Food & Beverage Director to maintain high standards of customer service, oversee multiple food service outlets including the restaurant, bar, retail food areas, and gaming sections, and actively contribute to achieving financial and operational goals. This position demands a proactive approach to staff mentorship, training, and motivation while managing day-to-day operations efficiently and effectively. The job promises substantial income opportunities, a chance to work in a fun, fast-paced setting, and significant potential for career growth within Casino M8trix's expanding hospitality portfolio.

Compensation for this role ranges from $75,000 to $85,000 annually, contingent on experience, and includes a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying full-time employees. Benefits encompass paid time off, medical, vision, dental, and life insurance, alongside exclusive employee discounts. The company values diversity and inclusion, ensuring a non-discriminatory work environment for all employees regardless of background or personal characteristics. This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a celebrated venue that combines passion for sports, culinary excellence, and top-tier entertainment in the vibrant city of San Jose.

Job Requirements

Must be 21 years or older
successfully pass a background check
speak English fluently and coherently
flexible working hours with availability 24/7/365
must work well in stressful, high-pressure situations
available to work any shift including additional shifts, weekends, and holidays
maintain composure and objectivity under pressure
convey information and ideas clearly
committed, trustworthy, and possesses a strong work ethic
take pride in doing the job well and helping others succeed
knowledge of inventory systems is a plus
strong skills in leadership and communication
knowledge of company standards and legal regulations concerning alcoholic beverage service and safety
maintain confidentiality of business, guests, vendors, and coworkers

Job Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of Food & Beverage experience or Hospitality/Food & Beverage College degree
minimum of 3 years of Food & Beverage management experience
craft cocktail experience
creativity in developing cocktail menus
ability to train bar staff on cocktail preparation and service
experience directing bar staff on measured pouring, cleanliness, and station organization
strong knowledge of wine and beer
leadership, motivation, facilitation, and communication skills
professional presence and ability to lead by example
problem-solving and proactive thinking
strong organizational skills
knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook
proficient in math
acute attention to detail
sound decision-making abilities
ability to work well under pressure
flexible availability including nights, weekends, and holidays

Job Duties

Assist with ensuring budgets stay on target, all accounting procedures are maintained
ensure training, mentoring, succession plans and morale are ongoing
recommend staff hiring, promotions, and discipline to the Food & Beverage Director
ensure service levels, and customer service is at the highest level
maintain compliance with Title 16, Minimum Internal Control Standards, State Gaming Regulations, and other applicable laws
oversee all food service outlets including restaurant, bar, retail food outlet, and gaming area
participate in establishing and meeting unit financial and operating goals
develop and maintain quality standards for outlets to ensure excellent customer service
organize and conduct departmental meetings and ongoing service training
maintain communication with all departments
assist in scheduling, orientating staff on work assignments, and provide necessary training
respond to guest complaints and management requests promptly
cooperate with managers and keep Food & Beverage Director informed of issues
attend all meetings and trainings
maintain regular attendance
enforce company standards and legal compliance
encourage safe and efficient operations
maintain confidentiality of business information
perform other duties as assigned