Restaurant GM / F&B Manager

About the Company

Schulte Hospitality Group (SHG) is a division of Schulte Companies, a leading third-party management company with deep, multi-generational experience in all facets of the hospitality industry. We are a diverse team of innovative hoteliers and restauranteurs operating more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries. Our portfolio includes reputable brands like Marriott, Hilton, IHG, and Hyatt, as well as unique, independent, boutique, and lifestyle properties and restaurants.

Our mission is to exude hospitality, be respectful and authentic, prioritize the needs of our internal and external stakeholders, and continuously strive to make a positive impact. We are passionate hoteliers eager to add like-minded people to our rapidly growing team.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Director of Food & Beverage to join our team at the Graduate by Hilton Evanston. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Food & Beverage department, driving profitability, and ensuring exceptional guest satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for budgeted revenues and expenses, improving profitability related to the Food & Beverage Department.
• Monitors budgets in all areas of cost control with a consistent focus on inventory, sales, and payroll.
• Increases guest satisfaction through the delivery of outstanding products and service.
• Understands and executes all brand directives for strategic partners, including compliance with brand-dictated menus and programs.
• Directs daily activities and assignments of staff, ensuring appropriate coverage, and communicates departmental strategies and goals.
• Provides direct oversight of property-wide Banquet and Catering options, including collaborating with the Sales Department on F+B minimums and selling guidelines.
• Partners with the Director of Sales on sales and marketing strategies.
• Ensures compliance with all Brand Standards related to Food and Beverage.
• Leads all aspects of banquet operations, including managerial and captain oversight.
• Reviews and approves all menus and pricing in restaurant outlets and banquet/catering.
• Evaluates food product, front-of-house employee performance, and ensures product development aligns with market position.
• Develops selection and pricing strategies for liquors and wines, and supervises their procurement.
• Manages ongoing maintenance of the physical asset through capital planning as required in the budget process.
• Ensures compliance with all Health and Safety regulations.
• Interviews, hires, trains, and appraises employees; addresses complaints and problem-solves.

Requirements

• Minimum of a High School education; post-high school education preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality/Restaurant Management or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Restaurant General Manager or Director of Food & Beverage.
• Food Handler and Alcohol Awareness Certifications (if applicable).

Skills

• Knowledge of alcohol serving practices and standards.
• Knowledge of federal and state labor laws, as well as local health and sanitation regulations.
• Experience in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring restaurant, bar, and culinary talent.
• Experience managing Restaurants and Bars as an Assistant General Manager or higher.
• Extensive passion for and understanding of the Restaurant and Bar industry, with a proven track record of success.

Benefits

• Daily Pay: Work today, get paid today.
• Free Telemedicine and Virtual Mental Health care access for all associates starting day one.
• Multiple Health Insurance and Life Insurance options.
• 401k Plan with Company Match.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay.
• Pet Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Schulte Savings Marketplace.
• Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships, and more.

Pay

Compensation Range: $75,000 - $80,000.