Assistant Director of Food & Beverage

About the role

Fairmont Banff Springs is looking for an Assistant Director of Food & Beverage to lead its outlets and deliver outstanding operating results through menu offerings, promotions, an engaged team and consistent guest satisfaction. The role reports to the Director of Food & Beverage and works closely with the banquet team.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a team of 10 outlet managers (30 assistant F&B management positions supported) and recruit outlet managers, supporting recruitment of all Food & Beverage leaders
• Oversee the opening and closing of seasonal outlets and forecast monthly revenue for them
• Analyze food and beverage business trends to develop accurate forecasts, closure plans, recruitment plans and profit-maximizing strategies
• Develop and implement promotional and sales events, and guide outlet managers through their succession plans
• Seek new revenue-driving initiatives and represent the outlets in pre-convention meetings to build group relationships
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and negotiate prices, and conduct regular research of direct competitors
• Write detailed design briefs for capital projects, act as an ambassador of the community and join hotel committees

Required profile

• Previous Food & Beverage experience in a senior leadership role (required)
• University or college degree in a related discipline preferred
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada; the hotel cannot assist with work authorization

Required skills

• Computer literacy in Microsoft Windows applications (required)
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities, ability to work under pressure and in a team, and focus on guest needs

What we offer

• Salary of $100,000-$105,000 gross annually, depending on experience and education
• One complimentary meal per shift in the staff cafeteria, plus employee travel discounts worldwide
• Discounts on resort outlets, fitness centre, spa and golf courses