Food and Beverage Manager

Summary: We are looking for an experienced Food & Beverage Manager with a strong background in banquet operations to join our team at Canad Inns Destination Centre Club Regent Casino Hotel. In this role, you will lead all food and beverage operations, with a strong emphasis on banquet and event services. The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing high-volume banquet events while overseeing restaurant and lounge operations, developing high-performing teams, and delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Key areas of operational excellence include:

• Lead and oversee all banquet operations, ensuring successful execution of conferences, weddings, corporate events, and other functions.
• Work closely with the culinary and sales teams to plan and execute banquet events while maintaining exceptional service standards.
• Manage guest experience and brand management by reviewing and update strategies, analyze guest feedback, create and refresh quarterly guest experience goals and ensure operational standards are adhered to.
• Financial management responsibilities to include full monthly departmental financial statement review including action planning.
• Safety, Compliance and risk management to include foot safety and liquor compliance audits and environmental safety policies in place.
• Manage inventory and cost controls by analyzing monthly inventory, waste patterns, inventory shrinkage, behavioral issues and equipment inventory.
• Review management and hourly staffing levels based on forecast, departmental staffing and recruitment, and internal talent development.

This description is not intended to be all-inclusive and can be changed or additional duties added as necessary.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in a similar role.

• Previous Food & Beverage management experience required.
• Strong banquet operations and event service management experience is required.
• Experience scheduling, hiring, training, coaching, and disciplining staff.
• Smart Choices certification required.
• Exceptional organizational skills, time management, and leadership abilities.
• Strong technology skills, with proficiency in various software platforms.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong commitment to delivering exceptional guest service and creating memorable guest experiences.
• Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
• Flexible and adaptable to constant change.
• This role requires the ability to stand, walk, and bend for extended periods of time.
• Must be available to work a variety of shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Our benefits to support your success:

• RRSP matching contributions up to 3% of an employee's pre-tax salary
• Comprehensive Group Benefit Program featuring Extended Health Care
• Continued education assistance, Scholarships
• Participation in the Employee Canadvantage Rewards Program
• Discounts on food and beverages through the Canadvantage Employee Food & Beverage Discount, applicable to restaurants, room rates for both employees and their guests
• Canad Inns Meal Plan, providing one complimentary meal per working day
• Employee Engagement Events such as Staff BBQs, Holiday Parties, Sporting Events, Contests, Prize Draws, and more
• Employee Referral Program
• Wellness Benefits, including discounts for fitness facilities and access to the Employee Assistance Program.
• Career Growth Opportunities

About Canad Inns:

Canad Inns is Manitoba's premier Hospitality Service Provider, with a presence in Winnipeg, Brandon, Portage la Prairie, and Grand Forks. As a leading player in the hospitality industry, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional service and excellence to our valued guests. At Canad Inns, we operate with dedication to mutual trust and respect, honesty, openness, and the highest ethical standards across all facets of our business. We believe in fostering lasting relationships, both with our guests and within our dynamic team.
Our work culture thrives on the principles of collaboration, a positive environment where employees can achieve success. Valuing the unique talents of each team member, we encourage personal development and growth. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and believe in the strength that comes from embracing unique perspectives and experiences. Carefully selecting our team members, we invest in the growth and well-being of those who become part of our company.

We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities following Canad Inns standards.

Thank you for considering a career with Canad Inns. We look forward to reviewing your application and potentially welcoming you to our team.