Under the guidance of the FoodBeverage General Manager assess, evaluate and ensure the long and short term goals of all Food and Beverage outlets are met. To direct and manage all Beverage activities to maximise revenue, profitability and quality standards strategies, while controlling costs and by providing quality service and products to guests.Reporting to the FoodBeverage General Manager you will be responsible for the day to day operations with a very "hands on" and "lead by example" approach. This means being able to lead all departments and where required help in all areas of the operation.To be aware of the hotel mission statement and ensure that you together with each member of your team aspire to its contents delivering a four star service to the guest's at all times.Responsibilities:The successful and profitable operation of all foodbeverage service areas.To supervise functions and events in line with company standards and costsTo carry out Duty Manager shiftsTo operate FoodBeverage outlets in the absence of departmental managers/supervisorsTo agree rosters with F&B GMTo carry out weekly documented HSE inspections and report as requiredTo ensure all areas of the department are subject to agreed cleaning schedulesTo implement strict wage control systems and flexible working in all areasTo carry out weekly food stock takes with Executive Head ChefTo implement strict liqueur control procedures with F&B GMTo ensure all staff are suitably trained on Micros systemEnsure back of house stocktaking is carried out quarterlyAct as Ambassador for Wedding business by co-ordinating events via the client and sales departmentTo control any security requirementsTo co-ordinate FoodBeverage requirements for golfing groups with HOD's/Director of GolfTo be aware of and implement licensing lawsTo regularly work in all areas with the relevant staffTo co-ordinate weekly staff food menusTo comply with hotel ordering systemsRandomly inspect Food and Beverage areas/meeting rooms/function rooms and back of house areas on a daily basis to ensure facilities and equipment are clean, well maintained and replaced if necessary.Control and analyse departmental costs on an ongoing basis, taking action to control negative deviationAudit departmental services and their quality on a regular basis. Develop and implement strategies to improve results.Guest Satisfaction:To ensure that all guests' feedback is followed up with appropriate action, training, disciplinary action etc., to ensure that the standards are maintained at all times throughout the department.Motivations:To foster and develop efficient employee relations throughout the Hotel through the use of leadership skills and motivation to maximise employee productivity and satisfaction.Personnel Practices:To work closely with HR practice in the following related tasks:Recruitment and SelectionPerformances appraisalsCoachingCounsellingTrainingSuccession planningWages and salary administrationHealthSafety:To be aware of and adhere to all Health, Fire and Safety procedures and regulations, ensuring that all staff within your department are aware of their individual responsibilities and remain vigilant to possible risks and that anything of a suspicious nature is reported to management.Ensure the safety of people and property within the premises by applying hotel regulations, adhering to existing laws and regulations.Food and Beverage Responsibilities in point format:To develop a yearly plan for the department and agree with the F&B GMTo monitor the department's actual performance as compared to planned performance and take any corrective action as requiredTo implement up selling programmes and to reinforce the use of suggestive selling techniquesTo maintain a purchasing system of beverage and supplies which conforms to the Hotel's guidelinesTo maximise staff productivityTo maintain personal contact with guests and to initiate corrective actionsTo establish Departmental Operating Procedures for preparation, presentation and service of Food and Beverage.To liaise and communicate with all Departments on a daily basis to ensure the smooth operation of service.To be present and overseeing service at peak timesTo work with the F&B GM and Executive Head Chef in organising the compilation of food menus and wine/ drinks list, liaising with selected printer, raising orders, proof reading and distributionTo work with the F&B GM and M&E manager in the planning of M&E service.To prepare Hygiene and HealthSafety checklists and ensure their useTo adhere to Hotel cost control/ cash handling procedures at all timesTo adhere to all statutory obligations for departmental employees at all timesTo ensure that all Beverage areas are kept clean and uncluttered in accordance with Hotel policyTraining:To ensure training plan for department is completedTo ensure monthly training is carried out and documented to HRTo personally carry out and record training as requiredTo ensure departmental trainer is in placeTo ensure staff are rostered for training activitiesTo identify training needs for staffStatutory requirements:FireHealth, Safety and HygieneLicensing LawsEmployment LawTraining RecordsTraining SessionsMiscellaneous:Maintain high level of Standards, Personal Hygiene, Uniform, Appearance and the conduct of staff in your departmentYou are required to attend all meetings and training courses requested by the General ManagerAccept flexible working hours necessary for uninterrupted service to the hotel guestsTo continuously seek to improve your departments, efficient operation and standardsTo be fully conversant with the sales function within your departments and to take every opportunity to optimise salesTo carry out regular departmental meetings.The Portmarnock Hotel and Golf Links relies upon the flexibility of its staff to ensure the continuity of the high standards currently being achieved. As such, this job description is only intended to be a guide to the most regularly performed duties, it does not form part of your contract of employment and is subject to amendment and change as may be considered necessary from time to time.SUMMATION:Submission of resume does not guarantee an interview or an actual transfer. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, provided they meet the minimal requirements of the applicable skills required.You must be legally entitled to work in Ireland to apply.**Applications will not be accepted via email or in person.**We thank all applicants for their interest in Career opportunities with The Sandman Hotel Group, however, only those applicants we wish to interview will receive a reply to their application.****ABSOLUTELY NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE**