Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

Le Méridien Chicago - Oakbrook Center is a distinguished hotel nestled adjacent to the renowned Oakbrook Shopping Center in Oak Brook, Illinois. This chic and sophisticated establishment offers a tranquil sanctuary for guests, combining modern elegance with superior comfort. Strategically located, the hotel provides easy access to a variety of local attractions such as Drury Lane Theatre, Elmhurst Art Museum, and the vibrant downtown Chicago area. This prime location makes it an ideal choice for both leisure and business travelers seeking refined accommodations and exemplary service.

The hotel is part of Crescent Hotels & Resorts, a respected hospitality group known for its commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences. At Crescent, the focus is on fostering a workplace where associates feel valued, supported, and motivated to excel in their careers. The company invests heavily in the growth and wellbeing of its team members through comprehensive health and wellness programs, top-tier learning and development opportunities, and exclusive travel discounts. Crescent Hotels & Resorts prides itself on creating an inclusive and engaging environment where employees can bring their authentic selves to work and thrive professionally.

Le Méridien Chicago - Oakbrook Center is currently seeking an Assistant Food and Beverage (F&B) Manager to join its dynamic Food and Beverage Management team. This role is vital in upholding the hotel’s high standards of service and operational excellence. The position offers a highly competitive salary range of $65,000 to $70,000 annually, along with an exceptional benefits package tailored for eligible associates and their families. Additional perks include a 401K matching program, discounted stays at Crescent managed properties throughout North America, and hotel room discounts at Marriott-branded properties worldwide.

The Assistant F&B Manager plays a key role in the daily leadership of food and beverage operations, bringing energy, enthusiasm, and a guest-focused mindset to the team. This position requires inspiring and nurturing a team of hospitality professionals, ensuring impeccable service standards, and creating memorable guest dining experiences. Collaboration with various F&B teams is essential to curate unique dining offerings that drive revenue growth and maintain cost control. This role not only demands strong leadership and communication skills but also a passion for mentoring and team development.

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, viewing these values as critical to building a strong and vibrant workplace. The company actively promotes open conversations about race and equity, supports diverse talent recruitment and development, and respects the individuality of every associate. As an equal opportunity employer, Crescent welcomes candidates from all backgrounds, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, fostering a culture of mutual respect and professional growth. This commitment is aligned with federal employment laws and is clearly communicated to all applicants through relevant notices.