Restaurant Manager - Hotel Polaris - Hotel Polaris at US Airforce Academy

Are you ready to help shape the future of travel and hospitality at the new Hotel Polaris at the U.S. Air Force Academy? Hotel Polaris is seeking an exceptional Restaurant Manager to join our team and play a vital role in shaping the success of Hotel Polaris, an instant icon on the hospitality landscape of Colorado Springs. As the Restaurant Manager, you will be an integral member of the team that leads the pre-opening efforts and stewards the dynamic relationships across all key stakeholders including, Ownership, CoralTree Hospitality and Asset Management to ensure strategic alignment towards the hotel opening and beyond.  Your efforts significantly influence the unique and distinctive experiences we seek to deliver to our guests and team members alike. We're looking for someone who wants to be a part of something bigger and shares our passion for creating unforgettable guest experiences, nurturing a vibrant company culture, and building strong connections with our communities.

• Forecast, implement, monitor, control and report on budgets and their components (labor costs, scheduling cost containment, food costs, beverage costs, supplies, equipment, etc.) to maximize revenue and minimize expenses while ensuring adequate supplies and associates are on hand to provide top quality customer service.
• Abide by all Provincial, Federal, and corporate requirements pertaining to serving alcoholic beverages and ensure serving alcohol responsibly is always in compliance.
• Respond to customer trends, needs, issues, comments, and problems to ensure a quality experience and enhance future sales prospects.
• Create, recommend, and implement promotions, displays, buffet presentations and ideas to capture in-house guests and a larger share of the local market, collaborating with the corporate team, Catering Manager, Sales and Marketing, and culinary leadership team.
• Complete preparation of work schedules and administrative duties during non-meal periods.
• Responsible for hiring, coaching, leading team on initiatives regarding product knowledge, upselling, and promotions.
• Monitor and control the maintenance/sanitation of the food and beverage operation and equipment to protect the assets, comply with policies and procedures and ensure quality service.
• Comply with attendance rules and be available to work on a regular presence on the floor during meal periods, to include weddings and unique events, evenings, and weekends.
• Assigned as required as the MOD (Manager on Duty) at the hotel.
• Ensure safe food handling practices are in food handling complaints/reports are overseen in accordance with hotel protocols.

• Experienced with 5-8 years related experience in food & beverage Operations with a proven track record of leading a professional, efficient, high quality, service-oriented operation.
• Experience in a comparable AAA Four Diamond/Four Star hotel or higher is highly desired. 
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be highly organized, efficient, and detail oriented with a strong business aptitude.
• Must have excellent interpersonal/relationship building skills.
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

As a valued member of the CoralTree team, you'll receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Group medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
• Participation in a pre-tax flexible benefit plan for healthcare and dependent care reimbursement.
• An employee assistance program.
• Paid time off/sick time.
• Participation in a 401(k) plan with a company match.
• Complimentary team member meals.
• Complimentary room nights at CoralTree Hospitality managed properties.

Join us in creating unforgettable experiences for our guests, building vibrant communities, and shaping the future of travel and hospitality.

Salary range: $62,000 - $72,000/yr.

Application deadline: This job posting will close on 11/8/2024 or until the position has been filled.

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