Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $150,000.00 - $165,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Group medical
Dental
Vision
Life
disability
pre-tax flexible benefit plan
Employee assistance program
Paid Time Off
401(k) plan with a company match
Complimentary team member meals
complimentary room nights
Job Description
Hotel Polaris at the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs is a prestigious new landmark in the hospitality sector of the region. As a member of the CoralTree Hospitality portfolio, Hotel Polaris represents a fresh and innovative approach to travel and hospitality, blending luxury with a unique connection to the U.S. Air Force Academy's prestigious community and stunning surroundings. It stands as an iconic destination that promises memorable experiences through its exceptional offerings and commitment to service excellence. The hotel offers upscale accommodations, multiple food and beverage outlets, banquet and catering services, and a range of amenities designed to... Show More
Job Requirements
- Ten or more years in senior food and beverage leadership roles
- Seven or more years managing food and beverage teams
- Mastery knowledge of culinary trends and food quality
- Experience in hotel food and beverage openings or repositioning preferred
- Experience at AAA Four Diamond or Four Star level hotels preferred
- Advanced knowledge of food profession principles and practices
- Knowledge of hotel operations including marketing, safety, labor relations, business planning, and hospitality law
Job Qualifications
- Experienced with ten or more years in senior leadership roles within Food & Beverage preferably in an upscale/luxury resort environment
- Seven years or more of experience in food and beverage management and supervision of team members in the hotel, banquet, culinary and/or restaurant industry
- Possess a mastery level knowledge of current culinary trends, food quality, and food and beverage preparation and presentation
- Experience in opening or repositioning a hotel within food and beverage discipline and/or with concepting/opening independently positioned venues is highly preferred
- Experience in a comparable AAA Four Diamond/Four Star hotel or higher is highly desired
- Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession including experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or complex problems and food and beverage management (front and back of the house)
- Knowledgeable of hotel operations including marketing plans, security and safety programs, personnel and labor relations, preparation of business plans, repairs, maintenance, budget forecasting, quality assurance programs, hospitality law, and long-range planning
Job Duties
- Lead and provide the overall strategic direction for all food and beverage operations including six dynamic food and beverage outlets as well as a robust culinary department, banquet and catering operations, stewarding and purchasing
- Manage the staffing, training, and day-to-day activities of the culinary, banquet back of house operations, restaurant, and bar staff
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement in distinctive menu design, service delivery, and guest engagement
- Partner with the General Manager and leadership team to ensure the F&B division supports the overall success of the property
- Work in close partnership with marketing and revenue management to develop compelling POS offers, promotions and marketing campaigns to increase demand and revenue generation
- Develop, implement, and manage the department's business plan and budget
- continually analyze, forecast, monitor and control labor and food costs in alignment with the hotel’s financial goals
- Work in collaboration with hotel leadership to ensure the guest journey throughout food and beverage is executed in alignment with the brand pillars and positioning of the property and guest satisfaction goals
- Ensure compliance with liquor licensing laws, health regulations, safety, labor laws and operational policies
- Inspire a culture and passion for working hard, having fun, delivering genuine hospitality and creating memorable culinary experiences for guest’s worth sharing
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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