Job Overview
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $64,900.00 - $89,400.00
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Benefits
401(k)
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Health Insurance
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
room discounts
Employee Food and Beverage Discounts
Job Description
Driftwood Hospitality Management is a leading hospitality management company renowned for its fully integrated approach to hospitality services, delivering outstanding client service across every property and position. Known for fostering a company culture that empowers associates to take initiative, be proactive, and contribute meaningfully, Driftwood Hospitality Management emphasizes strategic vision and operational excellence. With a commitment to recruiting the best talent in the hospitality industry, Driftwood provides a dynamic and supportive environment for employees to grow and thrive, setting high standards for service and operational success.
Located at the Crowne Plaza Jacksonville in Jacksonville, FL, this role offers an excitin... Show More
Located at the Crowne Plaza Jacksonville in Jacksonville, FL, this role offers an excitin... Show More
Job Requirements
- Education and/or experience in culinary arts or hospitality management
- Proven experience leading large culinary and front of house teams
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work flexible shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
- Knowledge of food safety standards and labor management
- Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and perform essential job functions for extended periods
- Commitment to maintaining a clean and safe work environment
Job Qualifications
- Experience in high volume catering with top hotel brands and fine dining
- Proven leadership and managerial skills fostering colleague growth, teamwork, and customer service
- Current knowledge of culinary trends and commitment to continuous culinary development
- Strong creativity with excellent service skills and ability to motivate diverse culinary teams
- Proven financial planning skills with capability to analyze data and implement improvement strategies
- Supportive of corporate programs
- Comfortable with computer literacy and media promotional venues
Job Duties
- Oversee daily operations of the front of house and kitchen departments including banquets, outlets, in-room dining, staff cafeteria, and stewarding
- Lead development and implementation of creative and revenue-driving menus focusing on local and seasonal items
- Manage procurement, production, preparation, presentation, cost control, plating, line checks, and cleaning duties ensuring safe and sanitary environment
- Develop and mentor front of house and kitchen teams to uphold highest service standards and operational efficiency
- Monitor inventory levels, food costs, labor productivity and implement strategic promotional initiatives
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, hygiene regulations and hotel operating controls
- Participate in operational meetings, banquet event reviews, capital projects, and community/media promotional activities
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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