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 accommodations and friendly service create an exceptional guest experience. Join our team and help us deliver exceptional guest experiences and hospitality in downtown Halifax.
The Barrington Hotel is presently seeking a Food & Beverage Manager for TEMPO Restaurant & Lounge who will be accountable for the day-to-day operations of the restaurant/lounge.
What you will be doing:
Operational Leadership & Guest Service
- Provide hands-on leadership during peak service periods, including expediting, assisting servers (processing payments, cleaning tables, etc.), and ensuring excellent guest experiences
- Oversee daily shift operations, verifying that staff consistently complete opening, closing, and operational checklists
- Manage inventory pars for grab-and-go, restaurant & lounge - ensuring products are fully stocked and properly merchandised
- Meeting and communicating effectively with the sales department, kitchen, and front office
- Assisting in the development of F&B menus and service offerings, working in coordination with the Chef Du Cuisine, Assistant General Manager and General Manager
- Liaising with F&B Freehand Hospitality leadership in support of TEMPO’S offering.
- Develop and maintain relationships with the marketing department
- Coordinate Banquet service and ensure proper staffing is in place for a seamless execution
- Maintaining Liquor inventory control and ongoing reporting to hotel accounting
- Completing other duties as required and assigned such as payroll, performance reviews, health and safety training, food safety courses
- Provide mentorship to the front of house team, including monitoring employee performance, providing regular feedback, conducting performance evaluations, and implementing corrective actions as needes
Team Management & Event Execution
- Develop weekly staff schedules that balance business needs with team availability, and accurately process payroll using Dayforce
- Actively coordinate and assist with the execution of banquets and in-restaurant special events
- Maintain clear, consistent communication with the Sales department and the F&B team regarding upcoming events, banquets and operational updates
- Develop and maintain clear consistent communication with the General Manager and Assistant General Manager
Administration & Financial Management
- Review daily operations reports, track revenue against targets, and promptly manage departmental email communications in a timely and efficient manner
- Conduct accurate monthly beverage inventory and manage alcohol ordering/purchasing
- Report beverage and alcohol inventory to hotel accounting in a timely and efficient manner
- Review, organize, and input departmental vendor invoices into Sage – hotel PO/Accounting process
- Develop and maintain clear consistent communication with the General Manager and Assistant General Manager
The person we are looking for has:
- Proven experience in a supervisory/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
- Superior 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
- 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 Ltd, 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.
