Food and Beverage Manager

The Variel a luxury Senior Living community located in woodland hills, CA is looking for a seasoned Food and Beverage Director to oversee the dining program.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Responsible for the full-scope, hands on management of the Community Food and Beverage program. Responsible for creating, implementing, training, and monitoring nutritional programs to meet the regulatory requirements of healthcare clients. Responsible for maintaining a superior level of quality service. Director will also be responsible for menu, budgets, staffing, safety, lead the department and set the example for all Food and Beverage employees.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

Essential Job Duties:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive, professional, and upscale Culinary Services program in order to create and maintain a positive experience for all customers
• Develop, monitor and maintain effective staffing and retention plans
• Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance, and presentation standards at all times
• Visits residents periodically to evaluate food service such as quality, quantity, temperature, and appearance; and conducts evaluations to make revisions in operations /procedures to promote improved food service
• Responsible for both FOH and BOH management
• Maintain appropriate records and participates in the research, preparation and writing of the department budget
• Ensure professional, trained, properly uniformed, and talented staff.
• Engage on approved purveyor/vendors through established accounts.
• Work in conjunction with Executive Chef on menu development, recipe execution and production of highest quality food
• Develop and implement menus and back-up (use records, production lists, pars, training, etc.) to continually improve revenues and profit margins while maintaining quality.
• Develop and implement standards to be compliant with federal, state, and local agency regulatory
• Develop and monitor evaluation processes for resident satisfaction
• Ensure processes are followed, initiate performance improvements within trouble areas
• Continually nurture client relationship through excellent communication, integrity, and performance
• Direct and oversee recruitment and development of employees; hire, train, empower, coach and counsel, performance, and salary reviews, resolve conflict through fair treatment policy, discipline and terminate, as appropriate
• Continuously improve the community's ability to anticipate our residents’ needs, to investigate the root causes of problems quickly and efficiently, and to provide immediate resolution in order to enhance our satisfaction
• Implement and manage all company programs to ensure compliance with the SOPs; to include safety and sanitary regulation, all federal, state and local regulations to ensure optimal levels of quality service and hospitality are provided to the guest
• Manage the maintenance/sanitation of the food and beverage areas and equipment in the community to protect the asset, comply with regulations and ensure quality service
• Position is responsible for long- and short-term planning and day-to-day operations of the kitchen and related areas. Recommends menu and procedural changes. Recommends the budget and manages food and labor costs within approved budget constraints. Performs all essential functions while adhering to all SOP's and future food programs to ensure a consistent, quality product
• Plan and manage the procurement, production, preparation, and presentation of all food in the community in a safe, sanitary, cost effective manner
• Monitor and control the maintenance/sanitation of kitchen, equipment, and related areas to ensure a healthy, safe work environment which meets/exceeds federal, state, corporate standards, and regulations
• Develop, recommend, implement, and manage the department's budget; continually analyze, forecast, monitor, and control the labor and food costs through various methods to meet/exceed management/budget objective

QUALIFICATIONS:

· 2 yr College degree required, 4 yr College degree preferred

· Prefer Bachelor’s Degree in Food Service Management

· 5 years of hotel / hospitality experience of which at least 3 must be at management level.

· Food Service Manager’s Certification/Serve safe

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

· May be exposed to very high and low temperatures from ovens, freezers, and refrigerators

· Must be able to walk and stand up to 85% of the day

· Must be able to stoop, reach, and bend frequently

· Must be able to see, hear, and communicate with others

The Variel of Woodland Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Supervising experience: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Woodland Hills, CA 91367 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Woodland Hills, CA 91367: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000