Food & Beverage Manager Little Ocmulgee State Park

Little Ocmulgee State Park and Lodge, located in McRae-Helena, Georgia, is looking for a leader of our Food and Beverage program. We offer a culture that focuses on teamwork and high levels of customer service with an environment that empowers our team members to exceed guests' expectations. Our ideal candidate will be engaged, hands-on, and prepared to operate a "best in class" resort! We are a full service Resort offering: food and beverage, lodging, championship golf course, catering, conferences, camping, lake, recreation and much more!
Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Director of Operations, this position directs and coordinates the activities and service of the Fairway Restaurant, Mulligans Grille and Banquets at Little Ocmulgee State Park & Lodge by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Essential Functions:

• At least 2 years Bartending experience
• Achieves budgeted labor costs and guest service scores
• Participates and provides input towards food and beverage marketing activities
• Adheres to proper purchasing and requisitioning procedures
• Attends and participates in weekly meetings
• Supervises and directs all service aspects of the Fairway Restaurant, Mulligans Grille and conference/banquet spaces
• Ensures that the entire guest experience (quality, sanitation, service, etc.) meets or exceeds established standards
• Identifies current and future guest services and formulates plans and actions to achieve
• Assigns, directs, supervises and trains staff in the proper methods of food and beverage service. Maintain Beos in banquet office and have server assignments ready when staff arrives for their shift.
• Collects and analyzes information concerning facility operations such as daily food and beverage sales, guest attendance and labor costs, maximize sales and maintain cost control
• Oversees cleaning and maintenance of equipment and facility and ensures all health and safety regulations are adhered to
• Inspects dining areas to ensure all quality and service standards are followed
• Maintains food and beverage ambiance by inspecting and monitoring service stations, table linen, floors, seating, lighting and music
• Observes and directs Associate presentation for compliance with uniform and appearance standards
• Investigates and resolves food quality and service complaints
• Assists in competitive pricing and menu changes in Fairway Restaurant, Mulligans Grille and conference/banquet operations
• Operates the facilities within the established budget(s)
• Ensures Associates serve alcohol responsibly
• Maintains Guest check audits
• Spot checks to ensure proper check handling procedures
• Notifies Engineering of any facility maintenance needs through work orders
• Ensures proper sanitation of all areas
• Implements and ensures compliance of all alcohol controls
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations

Supervisory Responsibilities: Manages service subordinates in the Food and Beverage Department. The individual will carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Little Ocmulgee State Park and Lodge is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy), age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Pre-employment background screening will be conducted. DFWP/EEO/AA/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans