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Assistant Manager, Food and Beverage Operations

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $25.77 - $27.69
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
bonus eligible
401(k) retirement plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities

Job Description

The Westin Phoenix Downtown, located at 333 N Central Ave, Phoenix, Arizona, is a distinguished property within the Marriott International portfolio. As a key player in the hospitality industry, Marriott International is globally recognized for its esteemed hotel brands and unwavering commitment to excellence. The Westin brand specifically focuses on championing wellness and rejuvenation, providing guests with exceptional experiences that enhance their well-being during their travels. This commitment to health and harmony is woven into every guest interaction and service offering. The Westin Phoenix Downtown operates in the vibrant urban heart of Phoenix, offering guests a premium blend of comfort, luxury, and innovative wellness amenities alongside the cultural and business attractions of downtown Phoenix.

This position is a full-time Management role within the Food and Beverage and Culinary department at The Westin Phoenix Downtown. The role offers an hourly pay range of $25.77 to $27.69, with eligibility for bonuses, reflecting the importance of operational excellence and team leadership in maintaining the hotel's high standards of guest satisfaction. As an integral part of the management team, the successful candidate will assist in supervising daily food and beverage and culinary operations, ensuring that the department runs smoothly and efficiently. This includes overseeing staff performance, managing inventory such as food, beverage, cleaning supplies, and uniforms, and ensuring adherence to operational policies, budgets, and safety or legal requirements.

The role also involves a strong focus on delivering exceptional guest service, where the candidate will be responsible for setting a positive example, proactively addressing guest concerns, and fostering a welcoming atmosphere. Leadership qualities such as building mutual trust and cooperation among team members, encouraging innovation, and maintaining open communication are essential. This position also requires managing housekeeping and cleanliness standards across all food and beverage areas, supervising staffing levels to meet operational and financial objectives, and participating in budget comprehension including payroll and operating statements. The candidate will be expected to perform hourly job functions as needed and handle communications effectively, ensuring that information flows smoothly between supervisors, coworkers, and guests.

Marriott International emphasizes a culture of inclusion, valuing diversity and the unique backgrounds of its associates, and promoting an environment free from discrimination of any kind. At Westin, associates are encouraged not only to contribute to the wellness-focused guest experience but also to embrace their own personal wellness practices. The ideal candidate will be passionate, optimistic, adventurous, and actively engaged in their well-being, aligning with the brand's mission to be the preeminent wellness brand in hospitality. By joining The Westin Phoenix Downtown, candidates have the opportunity to belong to a global team committed to excellence, growth, and the pursuit of becoming the best version of themselves.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum 3 years experience in food and beverage, culinary or related professional area
  • OR 2-year degree in food service management, hospitality or related field
  • Minimum 1 year experience in food and beverage, culinary or related professional area
  • Ability to manage daily operations and staff
  • Knowledge of food and beverage standards and compliance
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to analyze information and make decisions
  • Availability for full-time schedule
  • Willingness to perform hourly job duties if necessary
  • Commitment to maintaining professionalism and courtesy
  • Understanding of budgets and payroll reports

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED with 3 years of experience in food and beverage or culinary or related area
  • OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in food service management, hotel and restaurant management, hospitality, business administration or related major with 1 year of experience in food and beverage or culinary or related area
  • Proven supervisory or management experience in food and beverage or culinary settings
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to build and maintain effective teams
  • Knowledge of food and beverage operations, standards and procedures
  • Familiarity with budgeting and financial oversight related to department operations
  • Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service
  • Ability to perform multi-tasking and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment
  • Commitment to promoting a wellness culture aligned with the Westin brand

Job Duties

  • Assist in ordering food and beverage supplies, cleanings supplies and uniforms
  • Supervise daily food and beverage shift operations ensuring compliance with all policies, standards and procedures
  • Support and supervise monthly self-inspection programs
  • Operate department equipment and report malfunctions
  • Supervise staffing levels to meet guest service, operational and financial objectives
  • Build mutual trust, respect and cooperation among team members
  • Communicate areas needing attention to staff and follow up to ensure understanding
  • Coordinate cleaning programs and recommend improvements
  • Follow property-specific recovery plans
  • Stay available and approachable for team members
  • Demonstrate knowledge of brand specific service culture
  • Provide exceptional customer service to ensure satisfaction and retention
  • Serve as a role model demonstrating appropriate behaviors
  • Manage day-to-day operations ensuring quality, standards and guest expectations are met
  • Take proactive approaches to guest concerns
  • Set a positive example for guest relations
  • Review comment cards and guest satisfaction results with employees
  • Respond promptly to customer service department requests
  • Provide information to supervisors and coworkers via telephone, email or in person
  • Analyze information and evaluate results to solve problems
  • Perform hourly job functions when necessary
  • Extend professionalism and courtesy to team members
  • Understand budgets, operating statements and payroll reports

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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