Job Description

Areas of responsibility include Restaurants/Bars Sales and Room Service Sales, if applicable. Assists in the daily supervision restaurant operations and sales and assists with reservation planning, maintains sales data and assists servers and hosts on the floor during peak meal periods. Strives to continually improve guest and employee satisfaction. Determines training needed to accomplish goals, then implements plan.CANDIDATE PROFILEEducation and Experience

• High school diploma or GED; 4 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.

OR

• 2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, or related professional area.

CORE WORK ACTIVITIESAssisting in Management of Restaurant Team

• Handles employee questions and concerns.

• Monitors employees to ensure performance expectations are met.

• Provides feedback to employees based on observation of service behaviors.

• Assists in supervising daily shift operations.

• Supervises restaurant and all related areas in the absence of the Director of Restaurants or Restaurant Manager.

• Participates in department meetings by communicating a clear and consistent message regarding the departmental goals to produce desired results.

Conducting Day-to-Day Restaurant Operations

• Ensures all employees have proper supplies, equipment and uniforms.

• Communicates to Chef and Restaurant Manager any issues regarding food quality and service levels.

• Ensures compliance with all restaurant policies, standards and procedures.

• Monitors alcohol beverage service in compliance with local laws.

• Manages to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.

• Performs all duties of restaurant employees and related departments as necessary.

• Opens and closes restaurant shifts.

Providing Exceptional Customer Service

• Interacts with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.

• Supervises staffing levels to ensure that guest service, operational needs and financial objectives are met.

• Encourages employees to provide excellent customer service within guidelines.

• Handles guest problems and complaints, seeking assistance from supervisor as necessary.

• Strives to improve service performance.

• Sets a positive example for guest relations.

• Assists in the review of comment cards and guest satisfaction results with employees.

• Meets and greets guests.

Conducting Human Resource Activities

• Supervises on-going training initiatives.

• Uses all available on the job training tools for employees.

• Communicates performance expectations in accordance with job descriptions for each position.

• Coaches and counsels employees regarding performance on an on-going basis.

Additional Responsibilities

• Provides information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

• Analyzes information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

• Assists servers and hosts on the floor during meal periods and high demand times.

• Recognizes good quality products and presentations.

• Supervises daily shift operations in absence of Restaurant Manager.

At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.At Aloft, we aren't your typical hotel-but we aren't too cool for school either. We're here to be our guests' launching and landing pad. Whether they are taking their dog for a walk and coming back for a drink, wrapping up a day of meetings with coworkers, or they're in town to see family, friends, or their favorite band, we offer a hub for connection to others and the area around them, with modern design and personality to boot. We're looking for confident self-expressers who aren't afraid to draw outside the lines. If you are someone who gets excited about the possibilities to connect with others, then Aloft Hotels is the place for you. In joining Aloft Hotels, you join a portfolio of brands with Marriott International. Be where you can do your best work,xe2x80x8b begin your purpose, belong to an amazing globalxe2x80x8b team, and become the best version of you.