The Funplex Mount Laurel, a part of Lahn Hospitality and Amusement Group, is seeking a full-time experienced Director of Food and Beverage to join our growing amusement park.
About The Funplex Mount Laurel
- Since 1997, The Funplex has owned and operated an amusement park company with three locations along the East Coast. Two locations are in New Jersey with one additional small footprint park in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina which opened in 2021. The family-owned and operated parks are a combination of family-friendly and thrill amusement rides, waterparks, bowling centers, and arcades. In addition, The Funplex will be opened a dual branded hotel, La Quinta and Hawthorn Suites, on its Mount Laurel property Fall of 2023.
Position Description
- The Director of Food and Beverage position is responsible for all Food and Beverage production while servicing the food outlets, bars, vending, catering, and special events. Including but not limited to planning and implementing budgets, recruitment, training, supervising, developing effective and creative menus in an amusement environment, managing payroll and Food and alcohol costs. Lastly, this role is responsible for excellent guest service by delivering a quality Food and Beverage experience from a friendly team.
Job Responsibilities
- Implements and plans effective orientation and training for new staff, implements new policies and procedures and professional development activities for experienced staff.
- Inspects to ensure that all safety, sanitation, energy management, preventive maintenance and other standards are consistently met.
- Ensures that all standard operating procedures for revenue and cost control are in place and consistently utilized.
- Ensures that all legal requirements are consistently adhered to, including wage and hour and federal, state and/or local laws pertaining to alcoholic beverages and food safety and sanitation.
- Monitors purchasing and receiving procedures for products and supplies to ensure proper quantity, quality and price for all purchases as well as receiving and storage of same.
- Reviews new techniques for food preparation and presentation in a manner and variety to maximize guest satisfaction and to minimize food costs.
- Addresses clients and guest complaints and helps assure the highest level of guest satisfaction.
- Assists in planning and implementing procedures for special events, banquets, and picnic functions.
- Maintains appearance, upkeep and cleanliness of all Food and Beverage equipment and facilities.
- Food and Beverage Inventory - Manages physical inventory verification and provides updated information to the accounting department, ensures proper inventory controls, and records inventory monthly.
- Maintains records of special events, house counts, food covers and daily business volumes.
- Audits and approves weekly payroll.
- Works with the CEO and General Manager on remodeling, refurbishment, and other design enhancements applicable to the Food and Beverage service.
- Oversees the implementation of the liquor license addition to the park throughout the different park departments.
Requirements
- Must be dependable and willing to workdays, nights, weekends, and holidays (excluding Thanksgiving & Christmas)
- Must demonstrate the ability to work under pressure while multitasking, have strong organizational skills, and be able to pay attention to detail
- Knowledge of legislation and regulations relating to Food & Beverage
- Minimum 5 years Food and Beverage management experience
- Experience managing multiple food locations required, arena or venue experience preferred
- Tips certified preferred; Liquor management background & ABC knowledge
- Must be able to communicate accurately and professionally with managers, teammates, and guests
- Must have a good sense of balance and be able to bend, kneel, sit, crouch, or crawl frequently
- Must regularly lift and/or move up to fifty pounds and occasionally up to one hundred pounds
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- 401K Matching
- Annual Bonus Opportunity & Pay Rate Review
- Paid Vacation and Personal/Sick Time
- Employee Discount
If you are interested in becoming a leader in the hospitality industry, Lahn Hospitality group is the company for you.
Lahn Hospitality Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.