Hotel Restaurant Outlets Manager in Seattle, Washington at The Hedreen Hotel Employer

Beverage & Food Outlet Manager

BENEFITS:

• Medical/Dental/Vision after 30 days of employment with free Back + Joint Care Program
• Free Short-Term Disability (up to $2K/week) & Free Long-Term Disability (up to $10K/month) after 30 days of employment
• Free Basic Life Insurance + Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Plan after 30 days of employment (1.5 times of annual salary)
• Paytient Healthcare Spending
• 401k after 30 days of employment with company match (100% of salary deferrals up to the first 3% and 50% of salary deferrals on next 2%)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan (accrue from day one, use on 91st day of employment, about 19 days in the 1st year)
• Voluntary Life + Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Plan
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Travel Assistance Program
• Bonus eligibility for annual bonus program up to 10% of annual salary

OTHER BENEFITS:

• Company provided iPhone
• Hotel discounts at 10,000+ global destinations (nightly rates as low as $45)
• Parking: Discounted parking in hotel garage ($7/day or $140 monthly pass)
• 50% subsidy for public transportation expenses
• Referral program of $250 per successfully referred new hire
• Complimentary cafeteria meals
• Monthly employee appreciation events
• Employee Exercise Room
• Community Service Events

WHY THE RENAISSANCE SEATTLE HOTEL?

Were you always the curious kid that opened every cabinet, peeked behind every door, and never passed up the opportunity to ask "why"? If that sounds like you, then the Renaissance is the place for you! Here at the Renaissance Seattle we welcome you to bring your personal style to every experience and interaction and encourage the curiosity and the “why” in you. If you’ve got authentic style, a natural curiosity, and a warm way with people, then come live the Renaissance way…. live life to DISCOVER. If you’re passionate about your neighborhood, always looking to explore places one wouldn’t find in a travel guide and love making new and exciting discoveries then the Renaissance Seattle is the right place for you to shine, explore, and grow! The Renaissance isn’t just a place to spend the night, it's a place with style just as unique and adventurous as yours. We’re not just looking for anyone… We’re looking for YOU!

Where do you want your career to go? It’s up to you. A lifer in your discipline – great, we know you will perform exceptionally every day. Would you like to explore other disciplines at some point? There is no better opportunity than this one. You are striving to be a Director of Beverage & Food, General Manager, VP, or more? We’ll support you all the way.

ABOUT OUR MANAGEMENT COMPANY

The R.C. Hedreen Company is Seattle’s pre-eminent hotel developer. The company built the Hilton, Crowne Plaza, Renaissance, Grand Hyatt, Hyatt at Olive 8, Hyatt Regency, and more to come

Ownership is also the management company – No red tape

The company values longevity – nearly half of our team has been with us 5+ years

ABOUT OUR HOTEL

4th largest hotel in Seattle with 557 rooms, 28,000 sq. ft of meeting space

Stable operation – hotel has never been sold

Three onsite Beverage and Food outlets, The Fig & The Judge Restaurant, the 515 Bar & Lounge, The 515 Coffee Bar

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking an enthusiastic, highly organized, outlet manager to oversee and participate in all aspects of guest service in The Fig & the Judge Restaurant, the Club Lounge and our lobby bar The 515, so as to ensure a quality experience at all levels. He/she acts as a conduit for staff concerns, as well as being supportive of management decisions. He/she also ensures that staff are trained to consistently pay rigorous attention to details and provide professional service at all times. This position reports to the Director of Beverage & Food, and the primary responsibilities are listed below, to include but are not limited to the following:

• Serve as an active presence in the areas of responsibility to ensure maximum service at all times to all guests
• Demonstrate knowledge of all menu items, ingredients and preparation. Be familiar with all beverage products and have a working knowledge of standard bar operations
• Conduct daily Savvy Service meeting to keep staff aware of daily specials, special care guests, updated service standards and to answer any questions
• Assist in preparing daily requisitions, labor reports and schedules. Attend staff meetings and monitor cash out procedures with the manager
• Ensures the highest quality level of food and beverage services related to the operations of Restaurant Services are properly executed
• Develop departmental programs that result in high sales and consistent up-selling of premium products
• Know and actively practice the hotel’s emergency procedures and loss prevention guidelines
• Develop a working knowledge of budget matters and take a hands-on approach to achieving budgeted average check, food and beverage costs, labor and profit percent
• Perform special projects as requested
• Maintain a high level of professional appearance, demeanor, ethics and image of self and subordinates
• Ensure professional development of self and subordinates
• Communicate effectively between departments, with the Restaurant Service Manager and the General Manager within the area of responsibility
• Maintain a fair wage and salary administration in the department in accordance with company policy
• Conduct and/or attend regular department level meetings
• Recruit, hire and schedule employees to fairly and efficiently meet the needs of the department
• Direct and coordinate the activities of all assigned personnel
• Implement and support company operating policies, procedures and standards
• Ensure that all employees are properly onboarded and trained into the department and their job
• Maintain positive employee relations in a supportive environment
• Operate in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations to ensure a legal and harassment-free workplace
• Assign and review the job descriptions and the job performance of subordinates
• Uphold and exercise proper safety practices for employees and guests throughout the hotel
• Assist in the maintenance of proper emergency and security procedures

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma/equivalent or College degree preferred, but not required
• 2 years of prior restaurant experience, preferably in hotels
• 2 years of leadership experience, preferred
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational and time management skills
• Ability to utilize basic computer systems and applications to include Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to multi-task, delegate, mentor, train and implement corrective action if necessary with subordinates
• Prior hotel experience preferred by not required. Marriott Hotel experience, is helpful but not essential
• Must have WA state Food Worker Card or the ability to obtain one within 14 days from the date of hire
• Must have WA state Mandatory Alcohol Service Training (MAST) permit or the ability to obtain one within 60 days from the date of hire
• Must have a ServSafe Manager Certification or the ability to obtain one within 14 days from the date of hire

Renaissance Seattle is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Renaissance Seattle does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws. Consistent with these obligations, Renaissance Seattle also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Washington State is an “at-will” state and as such both employer and employee reserve the right to terminate employment at any time, with or without notice or cause, except as otherwise provided by law.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified and are subject to reasonable adaptations at any time, as the company requires. This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in the employer’s sole discretion. For inquiries regarding this specific job posting, please e-mail us at hr@renaissanceseattle.com.