Food & Beverage Supervisor - Full-time / Part-time

Our Exciting Work Environment

Close to 100 non-stop flights per day serving 24 airport destinations and beyond, the Buffalo Niagara International Airport plays an essential role in the development of business and tourism in the Buffalo Niagara region. The management and staff of the airport strive to meet the daily needs of all its customers and ensure that each visit is a pleasant experience.

Position Details

Assists management with the efficient operation of the kitchen, in accordance with the established recipes and procedures under the direction of the Executive Chef.

Essential Functions:

• Supervises the activities of all associates assigned to kitchen; ensures that breaks occur in a timely manner
• Trains new and existing associates, under the direction of Executive Chef
• Handles disciplinary matters and ensures quality employee performance
• Ensures quality, accuracy, and timely delivery of food orders
• Assists associates with equipment issues
• Verifies proper set-up, service, and cleaning of assigned area throughout shift
• Analyzes and resolves all problems with employees, guests, client and the operation, with the assistance of management.
• Performs opening and closing procedures
• Ensures that all equipment is set up properly and operating efficiently and accurately.
• Verifies all paperwork is complete and turned in at conclusion of shift
• Ensures all workstations, storerooms, coolers, freezers, dish area remain clean, sanitized, safe and sufficiently stocked.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety standards throughout the kitchen; follows and upholds all health codes and sanitation regulations
• Adheres to and enforces inventory and labor control measures; performs inventory counts as requested

Non-essential Functions:

• Assists in the ordering of unit requisitions of food and supplies
• Assists with catered events as directed.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associates degree in Food &   Beverage or related field, preferred
• Graduate of or currently enrolled in a structured culinary training program (or)
• Minimum of 2-3 years work experience leading BOH associates in a high volume full service or fine dining restaurant
• Previous experience using computerized POS system required; previous experience with KDS preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent guest service skills; ability to adhere to Company’s GuestPath Universal Service Standards
• Knowledgeable in the operation of a high volume sit-down restaurant with high service standards.
• Ability to successfully complete Servsafe training when available
• Basic math skills; ability to accurately total guest checks, account for cash and inventory.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills – ability to communicate with staff and to prepare written reports
• Strong time management and organizational skills; ability to direct the work activities of several associates simultaneously and plan ahead.
• Highly motivated, ability to take initiative.
• Team-oriented; ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to remain on feet for entire length of shift
• Constant standing, walking, bending, reaching and repetitive motions.
• Ability to maneuver between tables and around corners.
• Ability to lift, balance and move large food trays, weighing up to 35 lbs.
• Visual acuity and hearing sufficient to take orders.

Environmental Working Conditions:

• Majority of time spent in temperature fluctuations of cooler and kitchen.