Kea Lani Restaurant Manager

Located on the coveted south shore of Maui in Wailea, Fairmont Kea Lani is Hawaiʻi’s only all-suite and villa luxury oceanfront resort. This newly transformed, distinctive property is located on the sunny shores of Polo Beach amongst 22 acres of tropical landscape, offering authentic Hawaiian cultural experiences and genuine personal service that embody the spirit of Aloha.

From full-moon staff hikes and beach clean-ups to appreciation luncheons and birthday holidays, our team provides endless opportunities to learn and grow in both your personal and professional development. Live and work in a place you love!

What is in it for you:

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision and Dental) including extended benefits like; Basic insurance, TDI and Long-Term Disability for regular Full-time and Part-time employees
• 401(k)
• One complimentary duty meal for all employees that work more than 6 hours per shift
• Food & Beverage discount at Fairmont Kea Lani (venue specific and discount may vary)
• Wellness Offerings
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility activities

Providing Inspired Food & Beverage to highlight the destination we represent is one of our passions. As our Kea Lani Restaurant (KLR) Manager, you will be responsible for curating a superior guest experience at our breakfast venue through effective leadership, planning and directing of all restaurant activities while delivering top line revenue, colleague engagement, guest satisfaction and fiscal results.

Salary Range:  $80,000 - $90,000

What you will be doing:

• Provide an active presence in the venue and kitchen
• Lead the team in all aspects of the venues’ culture to ensure service & hospitality standards are followed and guest expectations are exceeded
• Drive revenue and profit through the implementation of strategies, practices, and promotions while keeping in line with the overall concept of the venues.
• Manage labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing, and inventory
• Support our online presence by responding to guest feedback in a professional and timely manner and by partnering with our Executive Chef and Marketing/PR Manager and actively participating in our restaurant’s social media accounts
• Have full knowledge of all menu items, garnishes, contents and preparation methods for all food and beverage at Kea Lani Restaurant
• Work in partnership with the Food & Beverage Leaders and Kitchen Leaders to execute the smooth and flawless operation of the front and back of house
• Train, evaluate and promote the growth and development of internal talent
• Recruit, motivate, coach, and discipline department colleagues
• Complete one-on-one meetings and performance reviews in accordance with company guidelines
• Maintain the safety and sanitation of the restaurant in adherence to local Health Department, EHC and health and safety guidelines
• Maintain atmosphere of aloha spirit by providing engaging, personalized, timely, and efficient service to our discerning guest
• Focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times.
• Promote and enforce health and safety awareness as well as to have a complete understanding of the emergency procedures
• Follow hotel and departmental policies, procedures and service standards. 
• Create and maintain department specific policies, procedures and service standards
• Contribute to the improvement of the operation by contributing ideas, making suggestions, soliciting feedback  and actively participating in departmental communication meetings

Your experience and skills include:

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent or vocational training

Experience

• Minimum two (2) years work experience managing food & beverage operations required
• Experience in a high volume bar or restaurant is an asset
• Experience in Silverware point of sale system is an asset

Licenses or Certificates          

• TB Clearance
• Maui County Liquor Card
• State of Hawaii, Dept of Health Food Handler Certification

All Candidates must be in possession of identification proving authorization to work in the United States as defined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). This Position does not offer sponsorship of Work Visas. Resumes submitted that cannot fulfill these requirements will not be considered.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Join our ‘ohana today:  Visit our website to learn more about living and working for Fairmont Hawai’i.  www.fairmonthawaiijobs.com

Why work for Accor?  So you can discover a world where life pulses with passion!​

Join the Accor Group, an ecosystem of over 45 brands, 5,600 hotels, 10,000 restaurants and lifestyle places, that welcome you.  With us, your personality is valued, your opportunities for growth know no boundaries.  Every action you take has a positive and memorable impact on the experience of our customers, your colleagues, and also, on the planet, contributing to pioneering the art of responsible hospitality.

Hospitality is a work of heart! #fairmontcareers #alwayskealani