Restaurant Manager, Q at Fairmont Empress

This position will oversee the operation of the hotel’s newest restaurant and lounges.  The hotel completed an extensive renovation in 2017, which included the re-launch of an 80-seat restaurant with a 70-seat bar and 60-seat patio, as well the 150-seat Lobby Lounge, home of our world famous “Tea at the Empress.”  Your leadership ability infused with your passion for all things F&B will lead you to provide the highest quality service, bringing the overall concept to life and placing our new restaurants and lounges on the map as the “Hottest Places in Town”.

What is in it for you: 

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor properties worldwide 
• Exclusive Employee and Friends & Family Discounts at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver 
• Exclusive access to the Pacific Northwest Food & Beverage Discount Program with 50% off at our dining destinations in Vancouver, Victoria, and Whistler
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world! 
• Complimentary meal during your shift through our Colleague Dining Program 
• Complimentary uniform laundering
• Access to our Safety Footwear Reimbursement Program (up to $120 per year)
• Access to our comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, including extended healthcare benefits and RMT, dental, vision, and complimentary counseling, wellness sessions, financial and family planning through LifeWorks
• Access to our company-matched Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP)
• Opportunity to develop your talent through coaching and our Leadership Mentoring Programs

What you will be doing:

• Working closely with the Assistant Director of Food & Beverage at Fairmont Empress to execute the smooth and flawless operation of both the Front and Heart of House (inclusive of restaurant and kitchen)
• Ensuring optimal performance by being a presence on the floor to support and lead the team to deliver service excellence
• Drive revenue and profit through the development and implementation of strategies, practices and promotions while in keeping with the overall concept
• Handle guest concerns and react quickly and professionally
• To assist in the recruitment and training of F&B Colleagues
• Balance operational, administrative and Colleague needs
• Conduct regularly scheduled departmental meetings
• Maximize revenues by communicating regularly with the Food and Beverage teams to implement agreed upon strategies, practices and promotions
• Have full knowledge of all Outlet menus
• Manage the departmental budget
• Follow outlet policies, procedures and service standards
• Follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage
• Other duties as assigned

Your experience and skills include:

• Previous Food and Beverage leadership experience required
• Previous Point of Sale System experience required
• Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required
• University/College degree in a related discipline preferred
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities
• Highly responsible & reliable
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work cohesively as part of a team
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Physical Aspects of Position (include but are not limited to): 

• Constant standing and walking
• Occasional bending and kneeling
• Frequent carrying and lifting

Visa Requirements: Must be legally eligible to work in Canada. 

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.
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