Food and Beverage Director

Jackson, WY, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Paid holidays

Career Development

Job Description

Snow King Mountain Resort is an iconic mountain resort situated in the picturesque landscape of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Known for its dual seasonal appeal, the resort offers a host of family-friendly attractions and activities throughout both summer and winter seasons. The resort prides itself on delivering exceptional experiences to guests, weaving the natural beauty of its surroundings with top-tier service and amenities. Snow King Mountain Resort is a celebrated establishment in the region, representing a premier destination for leisure, adventure, and relaxation amidst breathtaking mountainous scenery. With a commitment to quality and guest satisfaction, the resort fosters an invigorating and welcoming environment for visitors and staff alike.

The Food and Beverage (F&B) Director plays a crucial leadership role at Snow King Mountain Resort, overseeing all aspects of food service operations across the resort's multiple dining outlets. This position reports directly to the General Manager and serves as a key driver in maintaining and elevating the quality, consistency, and creativity of food preparation, handling, and presentation. The F&B Director ensures operational excellence by balancing quality standards with efficient management and financial oversight. This role demands a visionary leader who can manage day-to-day restaurant functions while simultaneously guiding the strategic development of a new mountain top bar and fine-dining restaurant slated to open in 2024.

The F&B Director's responsibilities span multiple locations, including existing grills, snack bars, a fine dining restaurant in development, and event catering services. The person in this role is tasked with motivating and managing a diverse team, implementing policies, and maintaining compliance with all relevant food safety laws and regulations. They manage food costs and budgets, oversee inventory management, and ensure the resort's F&B services contribute meaningfully to overall guest satisfaction and profitability. This leadership position requires interacting with multiple resort departments, vendors, and customers to secure smooth operations and a superior culinary experience. Beyond operational management, the F&B Director drives menu creativity, staff training, and promotional activities to keep the resort's dining services competitive and appealing. If you possess a passion for hospitality, leadership experience in food and beverage management, and a dynamic approach to overcoming operational challenges, this role at Snow King Mountain Resort offers a rewarding opportunity to influence and shape a top-tier mountain resort dining experience.

Job Requirements

Minimum five years experience as a director in a Food and Beverage Department
Five or more years of progressive Food and Beverage experience or Culinary Degree with five or more years of progressive experience
Ability to maintain a positive and accommodating customer-centric attitude
Strong leadership and organizational skills
Proficient in managing food cost budgets and inventory
Knowledge of relevant food safety laws and regulations
Ability to work hands-on during peak meal periods
Skill in staff scheduling and labor cost management
Capable of conducting on-the-job training and development
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Job Qualifications

Minimum of five years experience as a director in a Food and Beverage Department
Five or more years of progressive Food and Beverage experience or Culinary Degree with five or more years of progressive experience
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent customer service orientation
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Experience managing budgets and controlling food costs
Ability to develop menus and food concepts
Skilled in staff training and development
Proficient with POS systems and inventory management
Effective communication and financial reporting skills
Ability to handle logistical challenges in a ski resort environment
Passion for quality food and dining experience

Job Duties

Create and plan all meals and menus for restaurants, outlets and catered events
Oversee daily operations of two grills, a mountain top fine dining restaurant, catering, banquets, snack sales locations and events
Implement and enforce company food and beverage policies and procedures and comply with state and federal laws
Manage event food and beverage day-to-day functions, staff management, guest interactions, office administration, vendor communications, and labor costs
Manage ordering, receiving and inventory for all food and beverage
Ensure department operates within established budgets
Manage daily operations of King’s Grill, SK Cafe, Snack Shack, Panorama House and Summit Restaurant including supervision of employees, scheduling, opening and closing procedures
Manage POS systems, register banks and deposits
Schedule all employees
Oversee menu development, trends and inventory growth
Ensure food presentation and service standards
Encourage employee performance with sales goals
Conduct on-the-job training and basic skills training for associates
Ensure customers have an outstanding dining experience
Receive deliveries of food and beverage orders timely
Maintain restaurant cleanliness and compliance with safety and health standards
Perform other duties as assigned by General Manager