FLEX OSR Food & Beverage/Banquet Manager

Marriott

Bethesda, MD

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Audiovisual, Banquet Services, Beverages, Budget Management, Business Administration, Communication Skills, Cost Control, Credit Control, Emergency Procedures, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Event Management, Food Safety, Food Services, Food and Beverage Industry, Forecasting, GxP, High School Diploma, Hotel Management, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Menu Management, Onboarding, Operations, Operations Management, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Point of Sale (POS) Systems, Portion Control, Problem Solving Skills, Productivity Management, Regulations, Restaurant, Sanitation, ServSafe Certification, Staff Development, Strategic Planning, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Support, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Bethesda, MD
POSTED
8 days ago
This is a temporary position.JOB SUMMARYThis role will primarily support hotels throughout United States based on business demands.100% travel is required.Members of this team will be deployed to temporary assignments of varying durations (based on specific hotel needs). This job is designedto "fill the gaps" in the operations of our hotels as identified by leadership.The Food and Beverage Operations Manager is an experienced multi-discipline leader who can quickly adapt to varying environments and complexities in managing the execution of all food and beverage and event operations. The manager is responsible for daily operations in Restaurants, Bars, Food Outlets, Room Service, Banquets and Event Operations. This role will be focused on, but not limited to, the food and beverage discipline. This role assists with creative on-brand menu planning, maintains all MI food safety standards, assists servers and hosts on the floor during peak meal periods and supervises shifts for Restaurants, Bars, Food Outlets and Room Service and Event Operations. Accountable for supporting compliance and engagement with brand standards, tone and voice including service culture. Directs and motivates team to provide consistent, high quality service. Provides clear communications and sets performance expectations for associates. Identifies training opportunities and plans a strategy to accomplish goals. Strives to continually improve guest, associate satisfaction, and maximize financial performance of both F&B and Event operations.Performance will be evaluated after each assignment based on feedback from the Assignment Initiator. Food and Beverage Managers are expected to demonstrate professional behavior and appearance, in accordance with brand voice for the assignment.CANDIDATE PROFILEEducation and Experience* High school diploma or GED; 4 years of experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.OR2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years of experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.* Must be proficient in food and beverage systems including POS/Micros; Certifications Required: All ServSafe Standards* CI/TY systems knowledge preferredCORE WORK ACTIVITIES* Lead day-to-day operations for Restaurant, Bar/Lounge, and all F&B outlets, ensuring compliance with polices and procedures.* Apply current food, beverage, and wine trends to enhance menus, presentations, and overall event experience.* Oversee inventories, par levels, equipment maintenance, and period-end processes to control costs.* Maintain strict standards for food handling, sanitation, and cleanliness across all venues.* Enforce compliance with local, state, and federal beverage/liquor regulations and internal controls.* Provide hands-on support across outlets; ensure teams have proper supplies, equipment, and uniforms* Act as liaison among Banquets, Event Planning, and group contacts; attend pre- and post-convention meetings.* Inspect function rooms and coordinate Event Technology/AV support to meet specifications and satisfaction goals.* Communicate and execute emergency procedures; uphold key control and minimize controllable losses via training and policy enforcement.* Lead and develop teams by translating goals, fostering empowerment and teamwork, and modeling energy and professionalism.* Leverage guest and associate feedback to drive action plans that improve engagement and satisfaction (e.g. GXP); uphold critical brand standards (e.g. Commitment to Clean)* Deliver proactive, approachable guest service; resolve issues swiftly to protect service levels and satisfaction scores.* Manage departmental budgets; review financials and activity reports to track productivity and identify improvements.* Implement beverage controls (bar pars, perpetual inventory, portion controls, days on hand) and train teams on cash handling, credit, and liquor control policies.* Optimize labor through effective, forecast driven scheduling; ensure thorough onboarding, recognition, and ongoing development of team members.At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates.  We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.

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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Hotels and Lodging
FOUNDED
1927
WEBSITE
https://www.marriott.com/