Food & Beverage Manager

Hotel Lincoln is a distinctive boutique hotel located in the vibrant Old Town neighborhood of Chicago. Known for its eclectic atmosphere and Midwestern charm, the hotel offers spectacular views of Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan. Its prime location provides guests immediate access to notable attractions such as the Lincoln Park Zoo, North Avenue Beach, Navy Pier, and the heart of downtown Chicago. Hotel Lincoln is not just a place to stay but a destination where personality and hospitality shine through, making it a favorite among locals and travelers alike. As part of Davidson Hospitality Group, an award-winning full-service hospitality management company, Hotel Lincoln benefits from a robust support system and a commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences. Davidson Hospitality Group partners with prestigious brands like Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, offering a unique combination of entrepreneurial spirit and extensive industry expertise.

The Food & Beverage Manager at Hotel Lincoln plays a pivotal role in supporting the department head by overseeing the operations of the food and beverage departments. This position is vital in maintaining compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness standards to ensure the highest standards are met consistently. The Food & Beverage Manager focuses on elevating food and beverage quality, service standards, and marketing efforts to maximize profitability and promote exceptional customer service. This role involves interviewing, training, supervising, coaching, scheduling, and managing a diverse team of employees to achieve operational excellence. Ideal candidates will have a background in fine dining and coffee shop management along with banquet management experience. The position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to foster a positive and professional workplace environment. Compensation for this full-time position ranges from USD 67,000 to USD 70,000 per year, reflecting the importance of this management role within the hotel's vibrant hospitality team. Davidson Hospitality Group's emphasis on enriching the lives of its employees is reflected in its comprehensive benefits program, which supports team members and their families with medical, dental, vision coverage, paid time off, and many additional offerings. Working here means contributing to a company that redefines quality hospitality while fostering a sense of community and inclusiveness. Davidson Hospitality Group values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a drug-free workplace. This role requires a pre-employment drug test and background check, with participation in E-Verify as part of the hiring process.