What are the responsibilities and job description for the Food & Beverage and Culinary Coordinator position at The Fairmont Hotel?

Company Description

Located in the heart of Seattle's downtown, the Fairmont Olympic Hotel is a historic landmark in the city. Be a part of history, providing service to our guests in an iconic and luxurious setting. We look forward to welcoming you to the historic Fairmont Olympic Hotel.

Job Description

The Food & Beverage and Culinary Coordinator is an integral part of the Food & Beverage and Culinary teams at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel. This individual will provide administrative and operational support, ensuring the seamless coordination of both departments. The ideal candidate will be a highly organized, detail-oriented professional with excellent communication skills and a passion for hospitality. This role plays a critical part in driving departmental efficiency and enhancing the overall guest experience.

What is in it for you :

28.51 / hour
Employee travel program offering discounted rates in Fairmont's and Accor worldwide
Parking / Commuting Discounts
Paid meal breaks with complimentary meals served in our Staff Dining room
Medical, dental, vison insurance available for all full-time colleagues and their families. Additional supplemental insurance available.Free base employee only medical insurance
401K Retirement plans with a 4% match for all colleagues
Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities
Fun, elegant atmosphere with amazing colleagues!

Key Responsibilities :

Provide comprehensive administrative assistance to the Food & Beverage and Culinary leadership teams, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and preparing reports

Assist with the preparation, distribution, and follow-up of departmental communications, such as memos, schedules, and event details

Maintain organized filing systems for menus, recipes, SOPs, and training materials.

Input weekly schedules in labor management systems

Design and print menus, plus other F&B signage and collateral

Champion for OpenTable and the F&B POS system. Manage reservations platform. Set Up OpenTable Experiences and reservations for holidays and special occasions

Reply & accommodate guest special requests

Control common restaurant email inboxes & relay details to necessary stakeholders

Flag VIP & Long-Stay guests

Support the onboarding process for new team members, including the preparation of orientation schedules and training documentation

Serve as a liaison between the F&B and Culinary teams, fostering effective communication and collaboration

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Your experience and skills include :

Previous administrative or coordinator experience, preferably in a luxury hotel or food & beverage environment

Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); experience with hotel systems such as Opera, Silverware, or BirchStreet is an asset

Knowledge of food and beverage operations and culinary terminology is preferred

Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a team

Passion for hospitality and delivering exceptional service

Must hold valid authorization to work in the US

Food Handlers Card and MAST permit required

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion :

We are an inclusive company, and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All offers contingent on background check and E-Verify.

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS

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