Director of Restaurants and Lounges at Hyatt Hotels Corporation in New Orleans, LA

Hyatt Regency New Orleans

Join us for this incredible opportunity to be part of our Food & Beverage team as the Director of Restaurants and Lounges at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans. The Director of Restaurants and Lounges oversees all food and beverage outlets within the hotel operated by Hyatt which may include restaurants, lounges, coffee bars, and banquet facilities. At the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, we have an incredible Food & Beverage program which includes our 8 Block Restaurant, award winning Vitascope Hall, 601 Delivery (in Room Dining), 8 Block Bar, Addendum Patisserie, and Bywater Pool Bar.

Duties Include:

Responsible for short- and long-term planning and the management of the hotel outlet operations in the front and back of the house
Develop and recommend the budget, concepts and objectives and manage within those approved plans
Implement and maintain food & beverage sales/marketing programs
Direct the implementation of the payroll, reports, forecasts, inventory and budget for outlet operations
Coordinate outlet operations with other hotel departments to ensure efficient guest service
Exercise quality control for both food and beverage
Perform daily walk-through to ensure full compliance with Department of Health regulations and Hyatt Corporate standards
Maintain communications with Corporate Office
Coach and counsel employees to reflect Hyatt service standards and procedures

BENEFITS | LOVE WHERE YOU WORK! | Not only will you be part of a rock-start team, but you’ll get to be part of a company that earned the 16th spot on Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2021, honored as one of the top 100 Companies that Care according to People, named Built-In's 100 Best National Large Companies to Work For in 2022, recognized as a Best Place to Work for Women, Diversity, LGBT Equality, and named one of New Orleans Best Places to work 9 years running!

We care for people so they can be their best.

Career Growth and Advancement – Hyatt believes strongly in promoting from within. We offer training, skills development & career mobility, providing opportunities for advancement at every level

Affordable Benefits after 30 days - full-time colleagues are eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, LTD, STD

Referral Bonuses up to $500.00 - for bringing new members to our team

Free and Discounted Room Nights at Hyatt Hotels around the world

Paid Time Off –Holiday pay, new child leave and personal days

Healthcare FSA - saves you money for medical expenses

Financial Perks - 401(k) w/ company match & discounted employee stock purchase plan

Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 emotional support, legal guidance, personal & financial resources

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Hyatt is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people
4 years or more of progressive hotel F&B management experience (preferably with Hyatt)
Service oriented style with professional presentations skills
Proven leadership skills
Degree from an Accredited University
Hotel/Hospitality degree an asset
Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, proven track record in high volume concept, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service and ability to improve the bottom line
Clear concise written and verbal communication skills
Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
Must have excellent organizational, interpersonal and administrative skills
Experience in implementing new food & beverage concepts