Tempo - Food and Beverage Manager

Located in the heart of downtown Halifax, The Barrington Hotel is the perfect destination for no-hassle travelers seeking value, convenience, and a warm maritime welcome. Whether for business or leisure, our central location, comfortable accommodation, and friendly service create an exceptional guest experience. Join our team and help us deliver welcoming Halifax hospitality.

The Barrington Hotel is presently seeking a Food & Beverage Manager at Tempo Food+Drink who will be accountable for the day-to-day operations of the restaurant including staffing, cost controls, staff training, budgeting, administration and active floor management during service.

What you will be doing:

• supervising all facets of restaurant and In-Room & Private Dinning;
• monitoring the consistency, quality and efficiency of food and beverage service;
• maintaining par stocks of inventory for the restaurant and IRD;
• communicating with Sales department and Kitchen to ensure client needs are met;
• staying informed on upcoming events in the short term, planning for long term;
• building relationships with clients, with special attention to repeat business clientele;
• supporting the hiring, training, supervising and disciplining of the staff;
• contributing to our environment with a positive and friendly attitude, and communicating with team members to ensure the highest level of personalized service;
• ensuring the consistency, quality and efficiency of food and beverage service and amenities for the hotel’s guest rooms & suites; 
• delivering revenue and cost targets set out in goals and budgets;
• developing targets and goals for F&B team;
• assisting in the development of F&B menus and service offerings working in coordination with Kitchen leadership and General Manager;.

• liaising with back-of-house leadership as appropriate to resolve any issues regarding food quality or presentation
• providing mentorship to the front of house team, including monitoring employee performance, providing regular feedback, conducting performance evaluations, and implementing corrective actions as needed
• completing other duties as required by the role such as payroll, performance reviews, health and safety training, food safety etc.

The person we are looking for has:

• proven experience in a managerial role within a hospitality establishment
• strong wine, beer, and classic cocktail knowledge
• strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
• the ability to anticipate and fulfill guests' needs before they even ask, ensuring a flawless dining experience
• skills in addressing and resolving guest complaints or concerns with tact, ensuring a positive outcome without compromising the guest experience
• superior verbal and written communication skills
• A post-secondary diploma/degree in Business or Hospitality is considered an asset

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive extended Health & Dental benefits
• Company RRSP contributions
• Access to education reimbursement and scholarship programs (for employees and family members)
• Eligible for annual company bonus and referral programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Be part of a high-performing team
• Supportive culture that values service, teamwork, and continuous learning

A member of The Armour Group, The Barrington Hotel is an equal opportunity employer. We value our employees and their well-being. If you would like to join an organization with which you can have a work-life balance, career growth, long term job stability, and an opportunity to positively contribute to the community, this position may be for you!

Qualified applicants are invited to submit their resume and cover letter to [email protected]. While we thank all applicants only those selected for an interview will be contacted.