Overview
We Crowne Plaza Jaipur Tonk Road, an IHG Hotel is hiring energetic, passionate, talented and experienced candidate for the position of Director Of F&B.
The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for co-ordinating all phases of group meeting/banquet functions held in the Hotel; coordinate these activities on a daily basis; assist clients in program planning and menu selection.
Solicit local group Food & Beverage business; maintain the services and reputation of Your Hotel and act as a management representative to group clients.
Duties and Responsibilities of Director Of F&B
- Achievement of budgeted food sales, beverage sales, labour costs and profitability.
- Completion of Customer Follow-up calls on a timely basis.
- Timely analysis of Food & Beverage Prices in relation to competition.
- Participation and input towards F&B Marketing activities.
- Entertainment of potential and existing customers.
- Preparation of Sales Promotions & Mailings.
- Competitive analysis every six months by calling competition and gathering data such as banquet kits, room rental rates, etc.
- Telemarketing to previous clients to inquire about possible future bookings.
- Development and maintenance of all department control procedures.
- Handle all Food & Beverage inquiries and ensure timely follow up on the same business day.
- To co-ordinate with all large group meeting/banquet planners their specific group requirements with the services & facilities offered. This includes proposals, contracts, estimated and actual function statements. With banquet or conferences, the Chef is to be included in food related discussions.
- To confirm all details relative to group functions with meeting/banquet planners.
- Supervision of daily paper flow including Proposals, and Function Contracts.
- Maintenance of Hotel credit policies.
- Directly responsible for large function billings and overseeing medium/small function billings with particular regard to accuracy and timeliness (48 hours)
- Evaluation forms must accompany all invoices.
- Gather for large events, oversee for medium/small events, guaranteed attendance numbers. They are required 3 business days in advance of functions.
- Completion of monthly forecast.
- Attendance and participation at weekly F & B meeting and Department Head meeting.
- To assist in menu planning and pricing.
- Development and maintenance of department manual.
- Supervision of weekly payroll input.
- Be available to Hotel Staff at all times in case of emergency.
- Must have a complete knowledge of Fire Procedures.
- All other duties as directed by the General Manager or Assistant General Manager.
- Participation in Manager on Duty shifts as required.
- Assure bar inventory for functions, including opening and closing inventories, accurate bar summaries and cash deposits are prepared.
- Assure the maintenance of bar control policies.
- Assure completion of requisitions where deemed necessary.
- Assure the completion of weekly schedule and shift duties while :a. Maintaining a labour cost below the maximum of 15%. b. Assuring adequate and consistent
- Completion of monthly inventory.
- Assure timely completion of function bills.
- Assure the ordering and purchasing of beer, wine, liquor, premix canisters and canned soft for Food& Beverage and vending.
- Purchasing of purchase requirements of small wares, linens requirements etc.
- Directly responsible for larger groups…overseeing medium and smaller groups:
- Consistent check of Banquet Food and Beverage quality, Banquet services and pallet presentation.
- Ensuring that services meet customer specifications.
- Quality of meeting room set-up.
- Liaise on an on-going basis with the Sales Department to ensure all client needs and requirements will be met.
- Work with the Chef, Assistant Director of Food & Beverage and Food & Beverage Supervisor to ensure all arrangements and details are dealt with.
- Establish a rapport with groups to ensure guest satisfaction and repeat business.
- Minimize number of customer complaints.
- Ensure a professional attitude and proper business attire when on property, ready to meet or service a client at any time.
- Staff professional attitude and proper meeting Company appearance and uniform standards.
- Teamwork-Relations with co-workers and management.
- Quality of Food & Beverage services and department phone handling.
- Meeting with convenors and confirming proper set-up of Function Room at time of Function while on duty.
- Responsible for staff training and development.
- Ensure all staff have ‘Smart Serve’ certification.
Education:
Post Graduate or Degree or three years Diploma in hotel Management or equivalent.
Experience:
Previous experience in similar Job role or minimum 4 years experience as Banquet Supervisor. Proven track records.
About Crowne Plaza Jaipur Tonk Road, an IHG Hotel
The Pink City of Rajasthan, Jaipur is also the home to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites Amber Fort and Jantar Mantar. Located 10 minutes from Jaipur International Airport (JAI) and opposite Jaipur Exhibition & Convention Center (JECC), it is easy to revitalise at Crowne Plaza Jaipur. Enjoy a stay that is a winning combination of modern elegance, contemporary amenities and 6 eclectic dining options to choose from. A favorite among the best in Jaipur for wedding, meetings, with over 51000 sq ft of conventions and event space. The luxury hotel features 218 well-equipped guest rooms and suites with complimentary Wi-Fi. Host events or meetings in the best modern hotel in Jaipur. Check out one of the 8 flexible meeting spaces, including the Convergence ballroom & Indulge lawn, which is perfect for conferences, weddings and receptions. Wellness options include a stylish Fitness Center, a luxurious spa and an infinity pool. Choose from authentic Indian cuisine at The Royal Root, best Chinese at House of Han, lavish buffet at Socorro global cuisine restaurant and delicious bakes and desserts at our patisserie. Explore the city and visit monuments like Amer fort, City Palace, Albert Hall museum or enjoy shopping at the famous Bapu Bazaar. Experience local Rajasthani cuisine at Chokhi Dhani resort which is just 5 minutes’ drive from the hotel. Your perfect check-in to the Pink City awaits you here. The best of elegance, luxury and modern comfort awaits you here.
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