Food & Beverage Manager in Training (Ultimate Leader Program Trainee)

Hotel Bel-Air is a prestigious luxury hotel located in Los Angeles, California, renowned for its serene environment, impeccable service, and exquisite dining experiences. As part of the Dorchester Collection, a group of famous luxury hotels around the world, Hotel Bel-Air maintains a commitment to exceptional quality and guest satisfaction. This elite establishment blends historic elegance with contemporary style, offering guests a tranquil escape amidst beautiful natural surroundings and providing world-class services and amenities. Known for its lush gardens, sophisticated accommodations, and vibrant culinary offerings, Hotel Bel-Air is a haven for discerning travelers seeking privacy and unparalleled hospitality. The hotel prides itself on nurturing a community where employees continuously grow, thrive, and contribute to maintaining the hotel’s esteemed reputation in the luxury hospitality industry.

The Food and Beverage Manager in Training (Ultimate Leader Program Trainee) at Hotel Bel-Air is a vital role crafted to develop future leaders who embody the hotel's core mission and values. This fixed-term, full-time position lasts 12 months and offers an hourly wage of $28.96, reflecting the premium nature of the role and the importance of leadership development within this prestigious hotel. The Managers-In-Training are tasked with delivering the highest quality of service, including promoting hotel amenities and facilitating guest experiences that create lasting memories. Through comprehensive training, these future leaders gain operational expertise, leadership acumen, and a deep understanding of the Food and Beverage department’s critical functions. The program requires dynamic and energetic individuals capable of managing a variety of tasks while adapting to fast-paced and evolving situations.

The role involves managing daily schedules, payroll reporting, forecasting operational needs, and ensuring the smooth operation of the department in alignment with the brand’s luxury standards. Managers-In-Training are the first point of contact for fulfilling guest requests, including personalized dining needs and special event accommodations. Recognizing the hotel’s commitment to excellence, the trainee is also responsible for identifying and resolving service imperfections, collaborating across departments to maintain a seamless guest experience. Communication is crucial in this role, as it coordinates between multiple stakeholders to uphold the hotel’s operational standards.

Operating in a high-energy, detail-oriented environment, this position requires physical stamina, the ability to stand and walk for extended periods, and to lift or move up to 50 pounds. Flexibility to work varied schedules, including weekends and holidays, is essential due to the hospitality industry's demands. Hotel Bel-Air’s Managers-In-Training are ambassadors of the hotel's culture, vision, and teamwork spirit. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm, dedication, and unique personality traits that align with the hotel's mission, fostering an environment where collaboration and guest satisfaction are paramount.

The role is based at the iconic 701 Stone Canyon Road location in Los Angeles and necessitates fluency in English, personal arrangements for housing and transportation, and eligibility to work full-time in the United States. Applicants must have a completed degree or be pursuing one in hospitality, human resources, sales and marketing, food and beverage, or business administration. This comprehensive program prepares individuals to ascend into leadership roles within Hotel Bel-Air and beyond, supporting the continued legacy of excellence synonymous with the Dorchester Collection.