Centre PHI Looking for Food and Beverage Manager at Montréal, Quebec Full Time

Under the supervision of the Director of Operations & Events and in direct contact with Event Coordinators, the Food and Beverage Manager is responsible for the management of all food and beverage activities for PHI including managing the relationships with our catering partners. The individual will ensure that all food and beverage equipment are in good working order and well maintained as well as hire, train, and supervise all food and beverage staff. The position is responsible for making sure that drink services during the Centre’s events are carried out professionally and all internal food and beverage needs are met. The Food and Beverage Manager also ensures that all food and beverage related activities are in line with the regulations outlined by the Regie des Alcools Courses et Jeux, MAPAQ, as well as all internal eco-responsible protocols.

Responsibilities

– To ensure all alcohol and food permits are valid;
– To oversee all food and beverage activities both internal and event based;
– To keep an inventory of all food and beverage products;
– To order stock and keep track of inventory through BEV SPOT including monthly counts;
– To program and update all food and beverage software and payment processing systems;
– To build and lead a team of event staff;
– To create weekly schedules for food and beverage planning personnel and subcontractor needs, their
work hours and time sheets;
– To develop menus and drink lists in keeping with the quality standards of PHI;
– To participate in preparing departmental budgets for each event and annually;
– To ensure both employee kitchens and eating areas are fully stocked with coffee, snacks and
supplies;
– To be the liaison between the PHI Centre and our 4 exclusive caterers (contracts and conformity to
our operations protocols);
– To be responsible for all food and beverage sales and communicate seamlessly with accounting
regarding any and all revenue;
– To follow best practices regarding waste management and sustainability.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

College Diploma in a related field;
Minimum of five (5) years of experience;
Fluent in both English and French;
Available evenings and weekends;
Working knowledge of Lightspeed;
Good knowledge of best practices regarding waste management and sustainability;
Proven creativity and inspiring food and beverages trends and best practices;
Thrives in a fast paced and high energy work environment;
Expertise in building relationships and working on teams across all levels of an organization, particularly with operating teams;
Experience with financial management and creating strong employee and guest satisfaction.