Director of Food & Beverage

25hours Hotel Jakarta The Oddbird is an unconventional, locale story-driven hotel where business meets creative arts, culture, wellness and gastronomy. Nestled in Sudirman Central Business District Jakarta, rising above Ashta Lifestyle Mall, the property features 210 rooms, 135 serviced apartments, vibrant social spaces, lively restaurants and creative corners, designed to welcome anyone to “Come as You Are”.Job DescriptionBusiness PerformanceSet periodical Food & Beverage Service budget & forecastAnalyze monthly P&L and month-end reports, identify deviation from business plan goalsParticipate in management meetings to review progress towards achievement of business plan goals and develop the annual business plan related for the department.Food & Beverage Service OperationEnsure proper care, security and maintenance of Food & Beverage Service equipment through proper supervision of service personnel, including outside contractorsAssume responsibility for shift supervisory duties, especially with VIP and "at cost" functionsInspect all work assignments and supervise the standards of all function rooms, outlet and adjacent public areas Supervise the maintenance of all public areas to be presentable with specific set-ups at all timesMaintain the inventory stock of all equipment on and off the propertyWork with the culinary team to create attractive food products, presentations and improve food quality that support the image of the hotelPost all contracted function sheets and give instructions to team members to ensure the success of functionsDevelop and maintain the policies and standards of Food & Beverage Service OperationsImplement safety and emergency procedures when necessaryTeam ManagementInterview, select and recruit Food & Beverage Service employeesIdentify and develop team members with potentialConduct performance review with the teamConstantly monitor team members’ appearance, attitude and degree of professionalismDevelop, conduct maintain all staff training programs for team members, focusing on their development needs, providing them with new skills to meet the changing needs of the businessPrepare weekly staff schedules keeping in mind anticipated business, operating budgets and standards of servicePrepare payroll and gratuity reportsConduct monthly departmental meetings to provide information to team members, obtain their feedback, rectify operation issues and provide a regular forum for department communicationManage organization and cleanliness of departmental areas by conducting weekly walk through with Hygiene Manager, Housekeeping and Engineering DepartmentPerform other duties assigned by the Head of Department or Executive CommitteeQualificationsKnowledge and ExperienceDiploma in Hospitality Management/Food & Beverage preferredAdditional certification(s) in Food & Beverage will be an advantageExperienced in all aspects of Food & Beverage, especially in local function stylesMinimum 2 years of relevant experience in a similar capacity with proven records in delivering Food & Beverage operating resultsExcellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in English languageAbility to speak other languages and basic understanding of local languages will be an advantageGood working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, & PowerPointHigh degree of professionalism with sound human resources management and business acumen capabilitiesCompetenciesStrong leadership, interpersonal and training skillsGood communication and customer contact skillsResults and service oriented with an eye for detailsAbility to multi-task, work well in stressful & high-pressure situationsA team player & builderA motivator & self-starterWell-presented and professionally groomed at all timesAdditional InformationWe welcome applications from both Indonesian nationals and expatriates for this position.