Director of Food & Beverage Job Listing at ClubCorp in Chicago, IL

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Director of Food & Beverage
Club Location :Mid-America Club
Location :Chicago IL US 60601

Division :ClubCorp-Business and Sports
Category :Culinary
Open Date :12/11/12
Job Type :Full Time
Job Description :

CLUB INFORMATION

Located a step above” on the 80th floor of the Aon Center in the East Loop, The Mid-America Club is the only club in Chicago that offers a 360-degree panoramic view of the city’s distinctive skyline and incomparable vistas of Lake Michigan, Millennium Park and the Gold Coast. Sleek, contemporary decor and refined touches, accentuated by a balance of simple elegance and luminescent, warm surroundings, create an inspired setting. The Club’s impressive history, growing membership and commitment to deliver unparalleled service in a private setting continues to claim international recognition.
POSITION SUMMARY

This department head position oversees all food service within the club, including the daily operation of a la carte dining and banquet services.  S/he will manage the hiring, training, and development of all food service employee partners. This position will ensure that all mandated training programs are implemented as well as full compliance with corporate purchasing procedures.

S/he prepares an annual financial budget and achieves these goals throughout the year through proper forecasting, cost controls, labor management and revenue generating programs.

The Food & Beverage Director is an advocate and ambassador of STAR Service and understanding the critical role that Membership and exceeding expectations plays in the success of the operation.
Job Requirements :

College degree preferred.
Four years experience in Food & Beverage, private dining experience preferred.
Proven track record of team management, organizational and coaching skills.
Solid understanding of a la carte and banquet revenue generation.
Comprehensive knowledge of expense control as it relates to service payroll and th forecasting/budgeting of expenses.
Experience with purchasing and inventory systems.
Creative menu development skills.
Strong technical literacy including Microsoft Word and Excel, payroll management and point of sale systems.
Diplomatic team player able to foster relationships with Members, employee partners and guests.

(Internal candidates should be Food & Beverage Service STAR certified.)