Director of Food & Beverage

Miami, FL, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $85,684.31 - $116,166.17

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Professional development opportunities

flexible scheduling

Job Description

Highgate is a leading real estate investment and hospitality management company recognized for its innovative approach within the hospitality industry. With a strong foothold in major U.S. gateway markets such as New York, Boston, Miami, San Francisco, and Honolulu, Highgate has built an impressive portfolio of global properties valued at over $20 billion. The company generates more than $5 billion in cumulative revenues and maintains a rapidly growing presence across Europe, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Highgate’s expert team provides comprehensive guidance through all phases of the hospitality property lifecycle, including planning, development, recapitalization, and disposition. The company is known... Show More

Job Requirements

At least 6 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field
Ability to work long hours
Capacity to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally
Proficiency in Windows and company-approved software
Knowledge of food and beverage preparation techniques
Familiarity with health department rules and liquor laws
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Strong multitasking and prioritization abilities
Ability to attend required meetings and trainings
Commitment to regular attendance and high personal grooming standards
Adherence to company policies and standards
Ability to handle and solve problems effectively
Capability to maintain confidentiality
Willingness to perform additional duties as assigned
Maintain a warm and friendly demeanor

Job Qualifications

At least 6 years of progressive experience in a hotel or related field, or a 4-year college degree with at least 3 years of related experience, or a 2-year college degree with 4 or more years of related experience
Proficiency in Windows, company-approved spreadsheets, and word processing
Knowledge of food and beverage preparation techniques
understanding of health department rules and regulations
familiarity with liquor laws and regulations
Ability to work long hours when required
Capacity for medium physical work involving lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally
Effective verbal and written communication skills with all levels of employees and guests
Skilled at listening, understanding, and clarifying concerns
Competent multitasking and prioritization skills to meet deadlines
Consistently attentive, friendly, courteous, and service-oriented approach to all encounters
Willingness to attend all hotel-required meetings and trainings
Ability to participate in Manager on Duty coverage as needed
Commitment to maintaining regular attendance per Highgate standards
Standards of personal appearance and grooming including wearing nametags
Adherence to Highgate Hotel standards and regulations for safe and efficient hotel operations
Proven productivity enhancement skills including identifying problems and implementing solutions
Effective problem-handling abilities, including anticipating and resolving issues
Capacity to comprehend and evaluate complex information from various sources
Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
Willingness to perform other duties as requested by management
Demonstration of a warm and friendly demeanor at all times

Job Duties

Ensure employees are attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to guests, managers, and employees
Supervise all food and beverage personnel
Respond to guest complaints promptly
Prepare the food and beverage budget and monitor department performance accordingly
Monitor industry trends and take actions to maintain competitive and profitable operations
Communicate food and beverage issues to Executive Committee members
Keep immediate supervisor informed of all matters requiring attention
Coordinate and monitor all phases of Loss Prevention in the food and beverage department
Prepare and submit reports promptly
Organize and conduct regular department meetings
Monitor quality of service and product
Cooperate in menu planning and preparation
Ensure timely purchase of food and beverage items within budget
Oversee the employee cafeteria operations
Ensure compliance with local liquor laws, health, and sanitation regulations
Ensure departmental compliance with standard operating procedures
Train department heads on SOPs and job tasks
Conduct and attend departmental and hotel training sessions
Interview candidates for front-of-house positions and follow hiring standards
Attend required meetings including pre- and post-convention meetings
Ensure overall guest satisfaction

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