City Experiences
Director of Guest Services (Food and Beverage) - Hornblower - Newport Beach/Mari
City Experiences, Newport Beach, California, us, 92659
Salary Range: $85,000 to $90,000 annually
City Experiences is seeking a Director of Guest Services for our operation in Newport Beach and Marina del Rey.
About You:
This person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody City Experiences’ RESPECT Service System.
About the Opportunity:
The successful Director of Guest Services manages the city food & beverage team, both front and back-of-the- house, including recruitment, training, coaching, development, and retention. Responsible for overseeing the execution of the product to ensure consistent high levels of quality, service and customer satisfaction while maintaining a high level of profitability.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
Food and Beverage Operations
Ensures effective execution of each cruise according to the specifications of the Product Management Guide so that guests receive a quality, seamless experience on each cruise. Specifically:
Directs the efforts of the Food & Beverage team
Rides cruises to observe & coach FOH Managers & BOH Managers on effective cruise management skills
Identifies skills training needs for all Food & Beverage management team members
Works with each Food & Beverage management team member regularly to evaluate performance/skills and provides necessary coaching
Establishes department priorities and executes against them based on long-term vision
Works with General Manager to develop all Food & Beverage budgets according to company guidelines
Works with General Manager and other City Department Heads to develop and implement port strategies
Works with National Food & Beverage team to adhere to departmental SOPP’s and implement initiatives as needed
Maintains close liaison between the Food & Beverage Department and other departments
Coordinates local Food & Beverage activities with National Food and Beverage Director
Executes other projects as assigned by management
Oversee Photo and Parking department operations
Ensure Food & Beverage team complete all required safety and compliance training in completed in a timely manner
Staff Management
Recruits new FOH Managers and BOH Managers when necessary to fill vacant positions
Provides and executes an integration plan for each new hire or promotion according to the established training program
Participates in hiring and orientation of non-exempt restaurant staff
Recommends appropriate compensation packages within company guidelines
Provides ongoing performance feedback & coaching to all Food & Beverage team
Provides and directs development/career growth plans for each Food & Beverage team member
Recommends the promotion of Food & Beverage team members
Develops positive working relationships with other department heads and peers
Customer Service
Resolves guest problems utilizing strong customer service skills and exercising diplomacy in keeping with company objectives and customer retention
Implements and maintains effective safety programs in conjunction with the Operations Department
Maintains high standards of sanitation in accordance with Ecosure standards and in accordance with health department codes & requirements
Adheres to procedures in RESPECT program to ensure excellent customer service for internal (fellow crew) and external guests
Administration
Monitors and controls all costs associated with Food & Beverage operations in accordance with budget
Finds and recommends cost savings that are consistent with company objectives
Monitors and increases onboard revenue sources and develops programs to increase such revenues
Provides a monthly forecast for the General Manager
Provides reports and information to the National Food & Beverage Directors
Adheres to established cash control procedures and ensures standards are maintained
Maintains food, beverage, supply and equipment purchasing systems, which ensure maximum quality, least cost and high reliability
Monitors/oversees scheduling onboard crew work periods to achieve maximum payroll efficiency
Ensures that all states and local health and alcohol control requirements are met onboard and that all crew are familiar with these requirements
Participates in fleetwide task forces as requested
Additional job duties assigned
Requirements & Qualifications:
Three (3) to five (5) years of total restaurant experience in a full-service, high-volume environment, both front and back-of-the-house. Must include 3 years front-line management experience and 3 years’ experience directing management level staff
Bachelor’s degree preferably in a discipline related to the work of the position OR equivalent years of restaurant management experience
Able to successfully manage restaurant staff (front & back-of-the-house) as well as successfully direct management level staff
Able to recruit successful Restaurant & Kitchen Managers, as well as the ability to train and develop staff
Responsible alcohol service TIPS Trainer Certification/Trainer
Knowledge of health department sanitations codes & ServSafe Certification
Proven success of cost & wage control
Stay well informed on city and county business priorities and objectives/goals and ensure that all city restaurant efforts support achieving them
Able to communicate effectively in oral and written form
Able to motivate staff and create successful team environment
Achieve financial results by effectively developing & managing a budget
Ability to successfully analyze and solve problems
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities/tasks
Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships as required by job responsibility
Provide advice/opinion and exercise discretion concerning confidential and sensitive matters
Able to persuade and influence people
Ability to listen effectively, assesses the situation, determine relevant issues, identify solutions and gain consensus
Able to set aside emotional factors and/or validate them in order to discover key/relevant issues
Work with Microsoft Office applications (especially Word & Excel)
About Us:
City Experiences’ passion is to provide amazing experiences on land and water. Our 40-year success through organic growth and acquisitions has resulted in a portfolio of over 25+ brands that welcome upwards of 30 million guests/riders annually. If you’re an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you.
The RESPECT Service System
embodies City Experiences’ mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader. The Companyis proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicants or employees based upon their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics prohibited by applicable law. Additionally, we encourage all qualified applicants including those with past arrest or conviction records to apply. The Companyparticipates in the E-Verify program in certain locations. Equal Opportunity Employer
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embodies City Experiences’ mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader. The Companyis proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment against any applicants or employees based upon their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, mental or physical disability, status as a protected veteran, or other characteristics prohibited by applicable law. Additionally, we encourage all qualified applicants including those with past arrest or conviction records to apply. The Companyparticipates in the E-Verify program in certain locations. Equal Opportunity Employer
Apply fast, check the full description by scrolling below to find out the full requirements for this role. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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