Leader in Development (LID) | Food & Beverage - Omni Hotels & Resorts

Barton Creek Resort & Spa

Barton Creek Resort & Spa's success is due to its dedicated, intelligent and self-motivated family of associates who work together to maintain the company's trademark high standards. If you would like to be a part of an environment where teamwork is emphasized and individual excellence is encouraged then this is the place for you.

Omni Barton Creek Resort and Spa’s associates enjoy a dynamic and exciting work environment, comprehensive training and mentoring, along with the pride that comes from working for a company with a reputation for exceptional service. We embody a culture of respect, gratitude and empowerment day in and day out. If you are a friendly, motivated person, with a passion to serve others, the Omni Barton Creek may be your perfect match.

 Omni Hotels & Resorts is seeking a Food & Beverage | Leader-in-Development for the beautiful new Barton Creek Resort & Spa! 

If you love hospitality, creating amazing customer experiences, and the structure and benefits that come from working with a hotel company then you will love working with Omni! We are proud to announce that we are ranked among the best resorts in Texas: Top 5 Resorts in the Southwest Conde Nast Traveler and Top 5 Resorts in Texas Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2023

“Leaders Creating Leaders” is a core value of Omni Hotels and Resorts and is a big part of the Omni success story. We are committed to growing careers and developing our Associates in a number of different ways. “Leaders in Development” is one way. It is Omni’s celebrated management trainee program. Our Leader in Development will embark upon a path designed to launch a career in hotel management.  This position is a unique opportunity to combine practical work experience in a specific discipline (Rooms, F&B, Sales, Finance etc.) with broad exposure to all areas of an upscale hotel operation.

The “LID” is an hourly, overtime-eligible position, working 50 hours per week. Our Associate will spend 40 hours per week performing a job function within their discipline and 10 hours per week (overtime) completing a wide range of self-directed “learning contracts”. The learning contracts include one-on-one sessions with key leaders throughout the hotel, practical assignments and “walk-in-my-shoes” rotations in every department, as well as focused assignments related to the their function. Hotel Mentors (senior leaders in the hotel) are assigned to assist LIDs in their growth and development. LIDs will also receive exposure occasionally to corporate leaders.

The program is expected to last one year. At the successful conclusion of the program, participants are expected to move into a management position in the company, occasionally at their own property but often elsewhere in the country. Must be willing to relocate.

This position is responsible for ensuring proper training and supervision of all F&B personnel. The F&B Leader in Development is to deliver prompt, courteous service in a manner that complies with Omni Food and Beverage standards and company policies and procedures. The Leader in Development (LID) program is a 12-month program designed to develop graduates into successful managers in the F&B division.  The Food & Beverage LID will spend 40 hours each week assisting each department in Food & Beverage, and up to 7.5 hours completing contracts throughout the training property. Upon completion of the LID program, the Food & Beverage LID will move into a managerial role at an Omni property, so the ideal candidate will be relocatable. Contracts are projects that will allow LIDs to learn about general hotel operations, as well as the details and functions of their division. Each contract will provide resources and evaluation criteria.

• Responsible for assigned shift, assisting in overall management.
• Assist in overall supervision of the department as outlined in manager’s job description. 
• Complete environmental checklist for dining room. 
• Spot check liquor pars and order daily supplies. 
• Hold pre-meal meetings. 
• Follow up on established training steps. 
• Handle guest comments and complaints and ensure guest satisfaction. 
• Communicate with guests and receive feedback. 
• Stay on the floor during peak hours. 
• Observe, teach and correct staff’s service. 
• Examine food preparation and beverage presentation. 
• Maintain condition of dining room, lobby lounge, morsels, mini bar and room service. 
• Assist manager in; scheduling, completing weekly payroll, and forecasting both weekly and monthly. 
• Participate in interviewing new employees as needed. 
• Prepare maintenance request and follow-up. 
• Monitor food and liquor requisitions and food waste. 
• Check bar controls, shot glass use, red lining, and bottles totally empty daily. 

• 1 year of experience in Food and Beverage Supervision or Management role preferred. 
• 4 year college degree required, preferably in a related field.
• Must have the ability to manage deadlines. 
• Understanding of Food and Beverage financials including cost and par controls is preferred. 
• General knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. 
• Must have a strong attention to detail as well as strong customer service skills. 
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, approx. 50 hours a week including weekends and holidays. 
• Must be familiar with and adhere to all liquor liability laws. 
• Must know emergency procedures and work to prevent accidents. 
• Must have TIPS Alcohol Certification and Food Handler Certificate.
• Bi-Lingual is not required but is a plus
• Ability to relocate is required

Omni Hotels & Resorts is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disability. The EEO is the Law poster and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster and the following link is the OFCCP's Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination policy statement 

If you are interested in applying for employment with Omni Hotels & Resorts and need special assistance to apply for a posted position, please send an email to applicationassistance@omnihotels.com.