FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANAGER

Thompson Hotels represents a distinctive collection of luxury lifestyle hotels known for merging sophisticated design with dynamic social spaces, creating unique experiences for their guests. With locations in vibrant cities worldwide, Thompson Hotels embraces a culture that values authenticity, spontaneity, and an exceptional level of service. The company is committed to delivering unparalleled guest experiences through a blend of high design, innovative culinary concepts, and warm hospitality. This commitment is reflected in every facet of the hotel, ranging from accommodations and amenities to the food and beverage outlets. Thompson Hotels prides itself on fostering a collaborative and inclusive workplace that encourages creativity, professional growth, and a passion for luxury hospitality. The Restaurant Manager role at Thompson Hotels is an exceptional opportunity for individuals passionate about the luxury lifestyle experience and who possess a dedication to superlative service with a sharp sense of humor. This role requires an individual who can promote and sustain a culture of excellence in food and beverage service, ensuring that every dining experience is memorable and of the highest quality. The Restaurant Manager will be responsible for driving the restaurant's operational success, including increasing revenues, optimizing profit margins, and enhancing guest satisfaction scores. The role emphasizes sustainability in food and beverage initiatives, requiring a strategic and hands-on approach to managing the restaurant team and resources. Key responsibilities include maintaining professional and courteous interactions at all times, fostering effective communication and teamwork across hotel departments, and having an open-door policy with employees to support a transparent work environment. The Restaurant Manager will oversee payroll processing, uphold hospitality standards, and spearhead ongoing training programs to drive continual improvement. This position demands strong leadership skills to maximize the utilization and appearance of dining areas, ensure quality and service excellence, manage guest complaints proficiently, and participate in financial decisions related to food and beverage programs. The manager will also be involved in inventory control, ordering, staff education on beverages, and facilitating seamless operations across multiple outlets within the hotel. Participation in departmental meetings and strict adherence to operational policies and procedures are essential. The role requires effective scheduling, budgeting, and expense control to maintain profitability and operational efficiency. Additionally, the Restaurant Manager is tasked with personnel management duties such as conducting interviews, training, scheduling, performance monitoring, and maintaining accurate employee documentation. This demanding yet rewarding role offers an individual the chance to be integral in shaping the restaurant experience at a luxury lifestyle hotel, ensuring that each guest encounter is authentic, engaging, and meets the highest standards of hospitality.

• experience in a leadership role of hotel restaurants
• knowledge of health and sanitation practices
• working knowledge of wine, spirits, and beers
• understanding of culinary terms and seasonality