Food and Beverage Director Metcalfe Hotel
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Listed on 2026-06-18
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Hospitality / Hotel / Catering
Food & Beverage, Catering -
Restaurant/Food Service
Food & Beverage, Catering
Food and Beverage Director Metcalfe Hotel Job Description
Posted Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Operating in the hospitality and restaurant industry for nearly 50 years, Gray Collection is an award-winning group of authentically local hotels and restaurants that offer travelers from around the world the experience of friendly luxury. Our establishments include Maggie Oakes, Jacopo, Vieux-Port Steakhouse, Pincette, Bevo Bar+Pizzeria, Restaurant Gaspar, Terrasse le Perché, Terrasse William Gray, and Terrasse sur l’Auberge.
Reporting directly to the Hotel General Manager, with a dotted line to the Home Office Director of Food & Beverage Operations, the Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for the overall operational and financial success of all F&B operations at the Metcalfe Hotel. This includes ensuring a seamless and memorable guest experience across restaurant and banquet operations. The Director will oversee two distinct food and beverage outlets, including the successful launch and opening of a new outlet scheduled for the summer.
The Director will also cultivate a strong service culture by inspiring and empowering their teams, prioritizing the employee experience, and upholding the highest standards of hospitality and excellence.
- Responsible for managing the F&B operations including the restaurant, bar, room service and in-house event catering.
- Responsible for achieving the highest level of guest satisfaction, eliciting guest feedback and resolving complaints with empathy and grace.
- Lead, motivate, hire, coach, develop and mentor employees of the department; strive to achieve the highest level of employee satisfaction.
- Prepare weekly staffing schedules in collaboration with the Executive Chef based on hotel and restaurant operations, while managing labor costs.
- Establish and maintain departmental budgets and forecasts to achieve desired profitability.
- Responsible for meeting industry standard success indicators.
- Work with the Marketing team to develop and implement business strategies including promotions and menu development.
- Oversee the planning, execution, and service delivery of banquet events, meetings, conferences, and group functions, ensuring operational excellence and guest satisfaction.
- Collaborate with Sales and Events teams to ensure seamless coordination and successful execution of all banquet functions.
- Drive restaurant revenue and ensure financial performance aligns with business goals. Financial awareness is an asset.
- Prepare and present monthly period-end performance reports to ownership, highlighting key metrics and opportunities for growth.
- Oversee and control labor costs, as well as liquor, wine, and beer costs, ensuring optimal profitability while maintaining quality standards.
- Ensure all company policies are followed with regards to financial transactions including payroll and inventory.
- Work with the Human Resources on recruitment, employee relations and performance management when required.
- Work closely with the other departments of the hotel.
- Follow Company policies and procedures.
- At least 5 years of leadership experience in restaurants, banquets and F&B operations.
- Prior experience in Hotel F&B operation, an asset.
- Proven ability to manage and execute large-scale events and banquet operations.
- Strong financial acumen and knowledge in labor and food cost management.
- Ability to motivate and inspire a team through leading by example.
- Strong leadership and training skills.
- Strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work within a team environment but also under minimal supervision.
- Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Strong literacy skills both verbal and written.
- Able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Bilingualism, an asset
- Group insurance plan with telemedecine
- Group RRSP and DPSP (Deferred Profit Sharing Plan)
- Performance Bonus
- Employee parking
- Complimentary meal program in our restaurants
- Dry cleaning
- 50% employee discount at all of our establishments for the employee and up to 3 guests
- Discounts with our business partners (transportation, wellness, leisure)
- Company culture that values employees
- Employee recognition events
- Growing company with opportunities for career development and personal growth
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