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Assistant Food and Beverage Manager

Job Description
At JAG, music isn’t just background noise - it’s woven into the fabric of who we are. As St. 
John’s premier hotel, with 168 rooms, we’ve created a destination where art, style, and sound 
converge to inspire and captivate.

Guests can enjoy freshly brewed coffee at JAG Java, exceptional dining at Exile, handcrafted 
cocktails at Zimmy’s, and live performances at the Soundhouse. The elegant Mojo Lounge 
provides a space to relax, while Revival Wellness Centre offers rejuvenation for body and mind.

JAG Hotel is looking for an experienced Assistant Food and Beverage Manager who is a 
dynamic leader with the ability to motivate others to join our senior management team. The 
position will oversee and manage all food and beverage operations within the hotel, 
encompassing the restaurant, bar, lounge area, coffee shop, and banquets, to ensure high-quality 
service, customer satisfaction, and profitability.

Main Duties & Responsibilities: 

• Assuming overall responsibility for the food & beverage departments, while also 
overseeing hotel operations when required
• Ensuring the highest standards are met or exceeded
• Directly reports to the Food and Beverage Manager, providing regular updates on 
performance, budgets, guest feedback, and team dynamics
• Overseeing the management of the food and beverage to ensure events, conferences, and 
culinary offerings meet expectations and align with annual budgets
• Collaborate with the Food and Beverage Manager to develop and implement pricing and 
inventory strategies while monitoring and controlling food and beverage costs to 
maximize profitability and implement cost-effective strategies without compromising 
quality
• Oversee and participate in the Occupational Health and Safety Committee 
• Report to the food and beverage manager regarding sales results, productivity and staffing
• Monthly inventory counts on the 1st day of every month
• Assist with and prepare reports, monitor revenues and expenses
• Ordering supplies, tracking inventory, and completing the month-end count and control
• Purchase and control of inventory. Adhere to budgets and meet financial targets
• negotiate with clients for use of facilities for catering, parties, banquets, etc.
• Recruit, mentor, and lead an experienced team conducting performance reviews, 
coaching, guidance, and any progressive discipline required
• Collaborate with chefs to plan and develop specialized menus for events
• Ensure Banquet Managers and Captains are coordinating logistics, including staffing, 
catering, décor, audio-visual requirements, and other event-related services
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards, including health and safety
• Ensure excellent customer service and address customer feedback and complaints
• Continuously evaluate and drive financial performance, aligning with budgets, 
forecasting, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing corrective measures
• Other duties as required

Qualifications, Skills & Attributes:

• Extensive experience in a managerial role within the luxury hotel segment, with a proven 
track record of success
• Minimum 5 years’ experience managing F&B, banqueting, with banquet facilities for 
over 500
• Exceptional leadership skills with experience in recruiting, training, and mentoring large 
teams
• Ability to drive financial performance, with expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and P&L 
analysis
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to forge strong 
relationships both internally and externally
• Strategic thinker with the capacity to handle complex situations and make informed 
decisions
• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Hospitality, Food Service Management, Business 
Administration, or a related field is an asset
• Passionate about the hotel industry and committed to delivering unparalleled guest 
experiences

Why Work with Us:

• Competitive compensation package
• Company RRSP matching plan to secure your financial future
• Comprehensive health benefits, including dental and vision coverage
• Employee Family Assistance Program [EFAP], including counselling services and life 
coaching
• Paid time off, including vacation time, sick leave, and statutory holidays
• Other employee benefits such as discounts on food, gym memberships, and phone plans, 
etc.

If you are interested in working with a growing company and want to grow with us, we welcome 
you to apply to careers@steelehotels.com. 

Please include “Assistant Food and Beverage Manager” in the email subject line, and use the 
following naming convention for the resume file: First Name Last Name - Resume. Applications 
close on November 28, 2025, or until the position is filled.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and are committed to a work environment that supports, 
inspires, and respects all individuals. We welcome everyone to apply.
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