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Assistant Director of Food and Beverage

Marco Polo Ortigas Manila

Responsibility

Operational
  • Assign responsibilities to subordinates, implement the multi-tasking principle, and periodically check their performance.
  • Be a hands-on manager and be present at all times in the restaurant, especially during busy periods.
  • Establish rapport with guests and maintain good customer relationships.
  • Supervise the functioning of all RB&E employees, facilities, sales, and costs to ensure maximum departmental profit.
  • Take personal responsibility for maximizing quality levels of production and service, as well as guest satisfaction.
  • Maintain high sanitation standards throughout the RB&E operation by enforcing Marco Polo Ortigas Manila’s Sanitation Checklist.
  • Supervise and coordinate the pricing and preparation of menus, beverages, and wine lists, and liaise with local suppliers.

Administration

  • Participate in the preparation of the hotel’s strategic and marketing plans. Prepare and monitor the RB&E Department budget and forecast.
  • Stay informed about trends, systems, practices, and equipment related to food and beverage preparation and service in the hospitality industry.
  • Establish and maintain effective employee relations.
  • Act as a sales champion for the hotel by generating and following up on business referrals and potential sales leads to maximize business for the hotel.

Qualifications

  • A university degree in hospitality or related discipline with a minimum of 6 – 10 years of experience in the hospitality industry, at least 5 of which must be at leadership role.
  • With excellent communication skills in Chinese (Mandarin or Cantonese) and English language.
  • Strong and proven leadership capabilities, sound judgement and decision-making skills with excellent communication abilities.
  • Proven ability to develop creative approach and strategies in driving business and revenue for food & beverage outlets.
  • With excellent knowledge of market trends.
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational and administrative skills.
  • With strong understanding of P&L statements, and the ability to develop and implement business plans.
  • Candidates with existing or recent experience in the Philippines and Manila market are preferred though not essential.