Chef & Food & Beverage Manager (Hybrid Role) Hampton Inn Colchester, VT
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Job Location:
Colchester, CT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Chef & Food & Beverage Manager (Hybrid Role)
Reports To: General Manager
Department: Food & Beverage
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Summary
The Chef & Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for overseeing all culinary operations and food & beverage service functions. This hybrid leadership role ensures exceptional food quality cost control guest satisfaction and operational efficiency across restaurant bar banquet and catering services (if applicable).
This position combines hands-on culinary leadership with strategic F&B management responsibilities including budgeting staffing compliance and service standards.
Key Responsibilities
Culinary Leadership (Executive Chef Functions)
Design and execute seasonal menus aligned with brand and market positioning.
Oversee food preparation presentation and quality control.
Maintain strict food safety and sanitation standards (ServSafe compliance).
Manage food purchasing vendor relationships and inventory control.
Control food cost percentages and reduce waste.
Supervise kitchen staff including hiring training scheduling and performance management.
Food & Beverage Management
Oversee restaurant bar banquet and catering operations (if applicable).
Develop pricing strategies and revenue optimization initiatives.
Manage labor scheduling to meet budgeted targets.
Ensure exceptional guest service and resolve guest concerns.
Monitor beverage inventory cost control and compliance with liquor laws.
Lead service team training to ensure consistent service standards.
Financial & Administrative Oversight
Develop and manage departmental budgets.
Analyze monthly P&L statements and implement corrective actions.
Maintain target food cost % beverage cost % and labor cost %.
Prepare forecasts based on occupancy and business levels.
Ensure proper cash handling and POS procedures.
Compliance & Safety
Ensure compliance with health department regulations.
Maintain OSHA and workplace safety standards.
Enforce alcohol service compliance.
Maintain documentation for inspections and audits.
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of culinary leadership experience.
Minimum 3 years of F&B management experience.
Proven experience managing P&L statements.
Strong leadership and team-building skills.
ServSafe Certification required.
Alcohol compliance certification required (where applicable).
Strong organizational communication and vendor negotiation skills.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Food Cost % (target based on concept typically 2835%)
Beverage Cost % (typically 1825%)
Labor Cost % vs. Budget
Guest Satisfaction Scores
Health Inspection Scores
F&B Revenue Growth
Employee Retention
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work nights weekends and holidays.
Ideal Property Fit
This hybrid role is ideal for:
Boutique hotels
Limited full-service hotels
Lifestyle properties
Hotels with smaller F&B outlets
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Restaurant Experience
- Food Service
- Hotel Experience
- Taleo
- Hospitality Experience
- Bartending
- Guest Relations Experience
- Management Experience
- POS
- Supervising Experience
- Micros POS
About Company
Job Title: Director of OperationsCompany: Hampton Inn Colchester / Burlington, VTLocation: 42 Lower Mountain View Drive, Colchester, VT 05446 About Us:At the Hampton Inn Colchester / Burlington, VT, we are committed to delivering unparalleled guest experiences while fostering a vibran ... View more
