Temporary - Food & Beverage Manager at InterContinental Washington DC - The Whar
IHG, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Temporary Food & Beverage Outlet Manager
IHG Hotels & Resorts is one of the largest hotel companies in the world and one of the world's leading hotel and resort companies with a family of 19 brands. Our purpose True Hospitality for Good comes to life in every one of our collections. With luxury and lifestyle, we are taking it to new heights.
Five visionary brands - InterContinental, Regent Hotels, Six Senses, Vignette Collection and Kimpton Hotels - make up our luxury collection. Individually, they are icons. Together, they bring unforgettable and unparalleled experiences to travelers in over 430 hotels and resorts in 100 countries around the world.
Having recently added a host of incredible properties to our portfolio, we now stand as one of the world's leading luxury operators. Each of our hotels cultivates a distinctive style and ambience where we embrace every opportunity to give our guests unforgettable and unparalleled experiences.
A luxurious hotel destination at The Wharf on D.C.'s Waterfront, the InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf in the reimagined Wharf neighborhood brings sophistication to its contemporary style. Perfectly placed on the beautiful Potomac River, InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf enjoys the most incredible waterfront views of D.C. Steps away from America's political epicenter, the hotel embraces guests with an exquisitely curated resort destination that reignites the river's edge and a captivating sanctuary in the center of The Wharf neighborhood, paying homage to the maritime and industrial-working heritage of its setting. Featuring a relaxing seasonal rooftop pool with striking Potomac River views and the indulging full-service spa, The Spa at The Wharf, modern luxury, culture, and a rich history combine in the Wharf neighborhood to create a perfect atmosphere for guests and locals alike.
As our Temporary Food & Beverage Outlet Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of our restaurant/bar. You will develop and implement strategies to improve the F&B outlet's profitability while ensuring guest satisfaction in accordance to the hotel standards. Always following government regulations concerning health, safety or other requirements. You will work closely with the food and beverage/culinary team and employees to successfully execute all restaurant operations.
Every day is different, but you'll mostly be:
Managing everyday activity, plan and assign work ensuring you always have the right staffing numbers
Developing your team and improving their performance through coaching and feedback, and creating performance and development goals for colleagues
Training colleagues to make sure they deliver with compliance and to the standards we expect
Recommending or initiating any HR related actions where needed
Making sure all food and beverage equipment is in operational condition and regularly cleaned
Making sure all food and beverage facilities including banquet/convention spaces are clean and properly stocked to anticipated business volume. Notifying engineering immediately of any maintenance and repair needs
Establishing and achieving quality and guest satisfaction goals. Helping guests with their requests and complaints - making sure you maintain a high level of guest satisfaction
Managing hotel food and beverage marketing programmes and participating in and maintaining system-wide food and beverage marketing programmes and promotions
Keeping an eye on competitor activity / industry innovation. Reviewing and approving menu design and concepts with Executive Chef
Making sure food and drinks are secure and stored safely - always keep stock replenished to minimise waste
Handling food and beverage inventory procedures. Determining minimum and maximum stocks for all food, beverage, material, and equipment
Helping prepare the hotel's annual budget and the setting of departmental goals
Monitoring budget and controlling expenses with a focus on food, beverage and labour costs
Working with the catering office, identifying additional sales opportunities to enhance revenue
Driving promotions that deliver great dining experiences for guests at a good value
Making sure credit and financial transactions are handled in a secure manner
This is the top food and beverage job in the hotel. Supervising a large number of team members in one or two food and beverage outlets, kitchens, and may include banquet facilities that cater to 500 people or less. May oversee one or more subordinate managers or supervisors.
Directing, coaching, and developing a team of committed hospitality professionals
Delivering exceptional guest and corporate experiences by setting high standards and finding new ways to exceed them
Managing food and beverage standards to deliver against our commitment to responsible business practices
Bachelor's degree / higher education qualification / equivalent in Hotel Management, culinary arts, or related field
Knowledge and experience in restaurant and bar operations
Experience in large volume F&B operations
Excellent communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to lead a large team
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to multitask
We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life including impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.
The salary range for this role is $80,000.00 to $90,000.00. This is the lowest to highest pay scale we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. This rate is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Washington, DC. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for bonus pay. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible employees.
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance by always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
IHG Hotels & Resorts gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well both inside and outside of work and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. So, join us and you'll become part of our ever-growing global family.
IHG Hotels & Resorts is one of the largest hotel companies in the world and one of the world's leading hotel and resort companies with a family of 19 brands. Our purpose True Hospitality for Good comes to life in every one of our collections. With luxury and lifestyle, we are taking it to new heights.
Five visionary brands - InterContinental, Regent Hotels, Six Senses, Vignette Collection and Kimpton Hotels - make up our luxury collection. Individually, they are icons. Together, they bring unforgettable and unparalleled experiences to travelers in over 430 hotels and resorts in 100 countries around the world.
Having recently added a host of incredible properties to our portfolio, we now stand as one of the world's leading luxury operators. Each of our hotels cultivates a distinctive style and ambience where we embrace every opportunity to give our guests unforgettable and unparalleled experiences.
A luxurious hotel destination at The Wharf on D.C.'s Waterfront, the InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf in the reimagined Wharf neighborhood brings sophistication to its contemporary style. Perfectly placed on the beautiful Potomac River, InterContinental Washington D.C. The Wharf enjoys the most incredible waterfront views of D.C. Steps away from America's political epicenter, the hotel embraces guests with an exquisitely curated resort destination that reignites the river's edge and a captivating sanctuary in the center of The Wharf neighborhood, paying homage to the maritime and industrial-working heritage of its setting. Featuring a relaxing seasonal rooftop pool with striking Potomac River views and the indulging full-service spa, The Spa at The Wharf, modern luxury, culture, and a rich history combine in the Wharf neighborhood to create a perfect atmosphere for guests and locals alike.
As our Temporary Food & Beverage Outlet Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of our restaurant/bar. You will develop and implement strategies to improve the F&B outlet's profitability while ensuring guest satisfaction in accordance to the hotel standards. Always following government regulations concerning health, safety or other requirements. You will work closely with the food and beverage/culinary team and employees to successfully execute all restaurant operations.
Every day is different, but you'll mostly be:
Managing everyday activity, plan and assign work ensuring you always have the right staffing numbers
Developing your team and improving their performance through coaching and feedback, and creating performance and development goals for colleagues
Training colleagues to make sure they deliver with compliance and to the standards we expect
Recommending or initiating any HR related actions where needed
Making sure all food and beverage equipment is in operational condition and regularly cleaned
Making sure all food and beverage facilities including banquet/convention spaces are clean and properly stocked to anticipated business volume. Notifying engineering immediately of any maintenance and repair needs
Establishing and achieving quality and guest satisfaction goals. Helping guests with their requests and complaints - making sure you maintain a high level of guest satisfaction
Managing hotel food and beverage marketing programmes and participating in and maintaining system-wide food and beverage marketing programmes and promotions
Keeping an eye on competitor activity / industry innovation. Reviewing and approving menu design and concepts with Executive Chef
Making sure food and drinks are secure and stored safely - always keep stock replenished to minimise waste
Handling food and beverage inventory procedures. Determining minimum and maximum stocks for all food, beverage, material, and equipment
Helping prepare the hotel's annual budget and the setting of departmental goals
Monitoring budget and controlling expenses with a focus on food, beverage and labour costs
Working with the catering office, identifying additional sales opportunities to enhance revenue
Driving promotions that deliver great dining experiences for guests at a good value
Making sure credit and financial transactions are handled in a secure manner
This is the top food and beverage job in the hotel. Supervising a large number of team members in one or two food and beverage outlets, kitchens, and may include banquet facilities that cater to 500 people or less. May oversee one or more subordinate managers or supervisors.
Directing, coaching, and developing a team of committed hospitality professionals
Delivering exceptional guest and corporate experiences by setting high standards and finding new ways to exceed them
Managing food and beverage standards to deliver against our commitment to responsible business practices
Bachelor's degree / higher education qualification / equivalent in Hotel Management, culinary arts, or related field
Knowledge and experience in restaurant and bar operations
Experience in large volume F&B operations
Excellent communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to lead a large team
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to multitask
We give our people everything they need to succeed. From a competitive salary that rewards all your hard work to a wide range of benefits designed to help you live your best work life including impressive room discounts and some of the best training in the business.
The salary range for this role is $80,000.00 to $90,000.00. This is the lowest to highest pay scale we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. This rate is only applicable for jobs to be performed in Washington, DC. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee's pay position within the pay range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for bonus pay. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401k, and many other benefits to eligible employees.
Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams where we celebrate difference and encourage colleagues to bring their whole selves to work. IHG Hotels & Resorts provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. We promote a culture of trust, support, and acceptance by always welcoming different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
IHG Hotels & Resorts gives every member of the team the room they need to belong, grow and make a difference in a collaborative environment. We know that to work well, we need to feel well both inside and outside of work and through our myWellbeing framework, we are committed to supporting wellbeing in your health, lifestyle, and workplace. So, join us and you'll become part of our ever-growing global family.