Food and Beverage Manager - Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square
The Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square is looking for their next multifaceted Food and Beverage Manager. This manager will have the primary focus/oversight of banquets as well as a hand in the operations of Zephyr Restaurant and Lounge. The ideal candidate will have multi outlet/hotel experience with supervisory or management experience in events and restaurant operations.
A Food and Beverage Manager is responsible for managing the daily execution of all banquet functions in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability.
What will I be doing?
As a Banquet Manager you would be responsible for managing the daily execution of all banquet functions in the hotel's continuing effort to deliver outstanding guest service and financial profitability. Specifically you would be responsible for performing the following tasks to the highest standards:
- Manage daily Banquet functions to include but not limited to planning organizing and executing breakfasts coffee breaks luncheons dinners cocktail receptions galas etc.
- Oversee the set up of function rooms to include but not limited to the placement of linens silver glassware and chinaware according to event specifications and a full inspection
- Monitor and develop team member performance to include but not limited to providing supervision scheduling conducting counselling and evaluations and delivering recognition and reward
- Recruit interview and train team members
- Communicate function specifications procedures and changes with affected departments including but not limited to the Food and Beverage Event Services Property Operations Audio Visual and Housekeeping
- Oversee the break down of the function room and ensure proper storage of equipment
- Ensure compliance with health safety sanitation and alcohol awareness standards
What are we looking for?
Since being founded in 1919 Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today Hilton remains a beacon of innovation quality and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision Mission and Values. Specifically we look for demonstration of these Values:
- Hospitality - We're passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- Integrity - We do the right thing all the time.
- Leadership - We're leaders in our industry and in our communities.
- Teamwork - We're team players in everything we do.
- Ownership - We're the owners of our actions and decisions.
- Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline
In addition we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:
- Quality
- Productivity
- Dependability
- Customer Focus
- Adaptability
What will it be like to work for Hilton?
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations service amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all! LI-AC1
The annual salary range for this role is $73000 - $76000 and is based on applicable and specialized experience and location.
The Benefits Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #2 Best Company To Work For in the U.S.
We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrive personally and professionally in a diverse and inclusive environment thanks to innovative programs and benefits. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including:
· Medical Insurance Coverage for you and your family.
· Vision dental life and disability insurance
· Mental Health Resources
· Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO) you can accrue up to 18 days in your first year
· Supportive parental leave program that runs concurrently with Washington States Paid Family and Medical Leave program. Our team members receive benefits up to Washington States maximum threshold per week. Hilton will then top this up to the weekly ABBR (Annual Benefit Base Rate).
· Go Hilton travel discount program: 100 nights of discounted travel per calendar year
· Matching 401(k)
· Debt-free education: Access to a wide variety of educational credentials (ex. college degrees high school completion English-language learning digital literacy professional certificates and more)
· Career growth and development
· Team Member Resource Groups
· Recognition and rewards programs
· Access to your pay when you need it through DailyPay
Other Compensation
· Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
· Complimentary meals in the Team Member Restaurant while on shift
· Complimentary use of on-site fitness facility outside of working time
· Monthly reimbursement of up to $100 for public transportation for the purpose of commuting to work
