https://www.alexjohnson.com/

Reports to: General Manager

Salary: $75,000 onward

Built in 1927, The Hotel Alex Johnson combines historic architecture with handcrafted Native American art in tribute to the area's Lakota and Sioux culture. The hotel has played host to several presidents, countless celebrities, and a few spirits of its own. Come be a part of our history and lead the premier resort operation located in Rapid City's central business district.

Job Description:

We are seeking an enthusiastic Food & Beverage director to oversee the daily operations of all food and beverage components in the property. You will plan and supervise the activities of an extensive and diverse workforce to ensure a smooth and profitable operation.

The successful candidate will be a proven leader as defined by their followers, uses personality and talents to compel others to action and uses influence and relationships to accelerate performance. A creative thinker who has a proven track record of successful solutions for the property; this leader will provide the right balance of "push and pull" to deliver optimal performance.

Success will be defined through high financial performance; the fulfillment of promises we make to owners and associates; cultural stewardship, leadership through trust; the successful implementation of a vision and strategy, and the ability to problem solve well. Having the vision and foresight to anticipate issues and solve them quickly is paramount.

This position requires work on nights, weekends, and holidays.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Directs, develops and works effectively with the leadership team of the hotel to ensure the property maintains guest service standards of quality and service.
• Oversee all Food and Beverage operations within Hotel Alex Johnson, to include Paddy O'Neills, Starbucks, Vertex Sky Bar, and cater outs, ensuring high quality service and product delivered in a consistent, timely, and exceptional fashion.
• Oversee the property’s banquet facility to ensure operations comply with set franchise standards and delivers the service and experience promised by our sales & operations teams.
• Plans, coordinates and oversees banquets and special events
• Develops and meets set financial goals
• Ensures compliance with established policies and procedures regarding food and beverage preparation, cleanliness and health codes, licensing and certification requirements for team members.
• Ensures alcohol awareness programs are in place and all SD liquor, beer and wine service policies, rules and procedures are strictly followed.
• Maintains operational unity among all areas of the property
• Maintains guest service standards for all Food and Beverage outlets.

Qualifications:

• Management and Customer Service experience
• Strong administrative and time management skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead by example
• Comfort working with budgets, payroll, revenue, and forecasting
• Strong communications skills
• Competent in analyzing data and taking action to reverse negative trends and increase positive trends
• Must be 18 years or older

Benefits:

• Health / dental / vision / life
• 401k plan with a 3% match after 1 year of employment
• Flexible schedule
• Great company perks including discounts on LIV Hospitality hotels and restaurants as well as franchise discounts
• Paid time off