AccorHotel
Banff, AB

Job details
Contract
10 hours ago
Skills
Bachelor's
Leadership
Full job description
Company Description

Who We Are:

Join the team at Fairmont Banff Springs. Set in one of Western Canada’s most spectacular alpine destinations, Banff offers a unique community of hospitality enthusiasts, outdoor adventure seekers, artists, entertainers, and families alike. It's the perfect work/life combination.


Job Description

At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, exceptional service and flavours are the hallmarks of every dining experience. Grow your leadership strengths as Assistant Director, Food & Beverage, where you will ensure outstanding operating results through exciting menu offerings and promotions, an engaged team and consistent guest satisfaction.

Our mission is to make Food & Beverage the heart and soul of all of our hotels by creating a free standing food & beverage mentality in our hotels that is relevant, profitable and exciting; connecting us, our guests, and the community together.

Competitive Salary: $100,000-$105,000 gross annually, based on previous experience & education

What you will be doing:

Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
Leading a team of 10 outlet managers (30 Asst F&B management supports) and working with the banquet team in delivering an exceptional guest experience
Recruit outlet managers and support in recruitment of all Food & Beverage leaders
Oversee the opening and closing of seasonal outlets
Analyze food and beverage business trends to develop accurate forecasts, closure plans, recruitment plans and strategies to maximize profits
Direct and assist in the development and implementation of promotional and sales events
Guide and develop outlets managers while executing individual(s) succession plans
Constantly seek out new revenue driving initiatives
Forecast monthly revenue for the outlets
Represent the outlets in pre-convention meetings and build relationships with groups to ensure maximum capture in the outlets
Be an ambassador of the community and participate in local events
Maintain a strong relationship with suppliers and negotiate the best possible prices
An active member in hotel committees
Conduct regular research of direct competition
Develop detailed design briefs for capital projects
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Previous Food & Beverage experience in a senior leadership role required
Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required
University/College degree in a related discipline preferred
Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
Highly responsible & reliable
Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times
Ability to to understand and work with AI

Additional Information

Job Perks & Benefits:

One complimentary meal per shift in our staff cafeteria (additional meals can be purchased for $8/meal)
Employee travel program with discounts on room rates as well as on food & beverage at Fairmont & Accor properties world-wide
Access to the Mountain Explorer Travel Program – exclusive room rates for colleagues, which includes 50% off all food & beverage when staying at Fairmont Resorts in Lake Louise, Jasper & Whistler
Discounts while using our resort’s Food & Beverage Outlets, Fitness Centre, Spa and Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Courses
Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. The hotel is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.

APPLY TODAY: Whether you're just launching your career or looking for a new adventure, we invite you to visit www.banffspringsjobs.com to learn more about Fairmont Banff Springs and the extraordinary opportunities that exist within our resort!

We encourage you to let us know if you require any accommodations through the application/recruitment process, and we will work with you to meet your needs. Persons who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence: bsh.careers@fairmont.com