Owensboro Racing and Gaming
Manager of Food & Beverage
Owensboro Racing and Gaming, Owensboro, Kentucky, us, 42302
Opening in 1st quarter of 2025, Owensboro Racing & Gaming will be CDI's newest state-of-the-art venue featuring 600 state-of-the-art historical racing machines (HRMs), a retail sportsbook, simulcast wagering and multiple food and beverage offerings.
We are actively seeking a
Manager of Food & Beverage
to oversee and direct the successful daily operations of kitchen, restaurant, concessions, and bar outlets throughout the property. This position will report directly to the Director of Food and Beverage.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversees the hiring, training, development and efficient management of Food & Beverage staffPlans and organizes workloads and staff assignments as well as trains, motivates and evaluates assigned staffEstablishes and develops department standards, guidelines, and objectives, and maintains other administrative processes, such as budget and staffing, to ensure proper planning and efficient operation of Food & Beverage departmentManages all food service outlets within the property, including concessions, restaurants, buffets, etc. by completing staff schedules, payroll, etc.Directs restaurant and beverage operations to ensure maximum profitability, appropriate product quality, and safe production of all food for guestsAssists Director of Food & Beverage in ensuring the accuracy of all menus (food and drink) and updating POS as requiredCommunicates effectively with suppliers regarding product specifications to identify departmental needs for items and services while adhering to cost control proceduresEnsures guest satisfaction through constant interactions with guests and team members to develop customer loyaltyRemains familiar with market trends and products as they pertain to the industryPerformance management of Food & Beverage team membersMaintains and enforces compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standardsPerforms other related duties as assignedREQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrated leadership and management skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent customer service and interpersonal skillsStrong and accurate money handling skillsAbility to work under stress in a fast-paced environmentKnowledge of menu development, costing, labor management, food trends and service as well as overall restaurant operations preferredDigital literacy in computer programs relating to the Food & Beverage departmentEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent preferredFour-year degree in Hospitality Management, Restaurant Management, or related field preferredFive to ten years of progressive experience in a full-service dining environment preferredMust obtain valid gaming license, where applicablePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand; walk; use hands to finger reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.The employee may be required to lift up to 50 pounds.The employee may be required to work long hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.The work environment may vary in levels of crowds, noise, and smoke, depending on the assigned station and customer volume.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
#owensborogaming
We are actively seeking a
Manager of Food & Beverage
to oversee and direct the successful daily operations of kitchen, restaurant, concessions, and bar outlets throughout the property. This position will report directly to the Director of Food and Beverage.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversees the hiring, training, development and efficient management of Food & Beverage staffPlans and organizes workloads and staff assignments as well as trains, motivates and evaluates assigned staffEstablishes and develops department standards, guidelines, and objectives, and maintains other administrative processes, such as budget and staffing, to ensure proper planning and efficient operation of Food & Beverage departmentManages all food service outlets within the property, including concessions, restaurants, buffets, etc. by completing staff schedules, payroll, etc.Directs restaurant and beverage operations to ensure maximum profitability, appropriate product quality, and safe production of all food for guestsAssists Director of Food & Beverage in ensuring the accuracy of all menus (food and drink) and updating POS as requiredCommunicates effectively with suppliers regarding product specifications to identify departmental needs for items and services while adhering to cost control proceduresEnsures guest satisfaction through constant interactions with guests and team members to develop customer loyaltyRemains familiar with market trends and products as they pertain to the industryPerformance management of Food & Beverage team membersMaintains and enforces compliance with applicable health, safety, food handling, and hygiene codes and standardsPerforms other related duties as assignedREQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Demonstrated leadership and management skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsExcellent customer service and interpersonal skillsStrong and accurate money handling skillsAbility to work under stress in a fast-paced environmentKnowledge of menu development, costing, labor management, food trends and service as well as overall restaurant operations preferredDigital literacy in computer programs relating to the Food & Beverage departmentEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or equivalent preferredFour-year degree in Hospitality Management, Restaurant Management, or related field preferredFive to ten years of progressive experience in a full-service dining environment preferredMust obtain valid gaming license, where applicablePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit or stand; walk; use hands to finger reach, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.The employee may be required to lift up to 50 pounds.The employee may be required to work long hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.The work environment may vary in levels of crowds, noise, and smoke, depending on the assigned station and customer volume.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Equal Opportunity Employer
#owensborogaming