Food and Beverage Buyer - Casino jobs in Alaska

Ever wish you had more daylight hours? Then, Dutch Harbor, Alaska may be for you. Upon arrival, you will marvel at the uncommon natural beauty of the area - from windswept volcanic peaks surrounded by the sea to green valleys dotted with the vibrant colors of wildflowers.

Considered the gateway to the Aleutian Islands, Unalaska lies approximately 900 miles southwest of Anchorage and 45 nautical miles from Akutan.

Develop your hospitality skills in one of the most beautiful places in the world. With almost 20 hours of daylight during the summer, recreation and sightseeing opportunities are never-ending.

Basic Function :

Responsible for overall direction and control of Grand Aleutian Hotel Food and Beverage outlets and banquets. Ensure guest satisfaction and maintain good working relationships with employees.

Facilitate business growth in food and beverage outlets.

Essential Duties :

Ensure all sales of alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, and food follow federal, state, and local laws and ensure that all staff members have knowledge of and comply with these laws.

Ensure proper posting of all required licenses and permits pertaining to the bar and grill. Ensure that professional and responsible liquor service procedures are always followed.

Ongoing training in this area is mandatory.

Schedule staff to accommodate flow of business. Assure adequate staffing during heavy volume periods. Supervise and train employees.

Counsel and coach employees as needed.

Plan and organize all banquet functions with customers. Coordinate menu with Chef and schedule proper staff to achieve successful events.

Coordinate with Public Attendants for proper setup of banquet spaces.

• Maintain the highest standards in service, appearance, system control, food handling, sanitation procedures and portion control at all times
• Purchase F&B supplies, etc. being mindful of shipping rates. Coordinate with bookkeeper on payment of all purchases including entertainment.
• Maintain vending machines. Perform monthly collections from machines.
• Assist in supervising cash register drawer changes and reconciliations of cash
• Plan and organize promotions and events, eg. Valentine’s Day, wine tastings
• Coordinate the overall cleanliness of food and beverage outlets with housekeeping. Coordinate the repair, upkeep and improvements of outlet with Facilities Maintenance.
• Coordinate with Grand Aleutian Food and Beverage team to cover management vacations
• Maintain safe working environment according to company policy
• Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements :

• High school diploma or equivalent plus two years of college or vocational degree
• Minimum of 3 - 5 years of experience in the hotel and restaurant industry
• Must have 2 years of management experience
• Alaska Food Handlers Permit and Safe Serv required
• Must be TIPS certified to sell alcohol
• Must possess good communication skills
• Ability to interact in a positive manner with diverse cultures in a team environment

This is an hourly non-exempt position with a rate of $21.10 - $27.45 per hour.

Headquartered in Redmond, Washington and celebrating our 50

year in 2024, UniSea continues to be one of the world's most successful processing facilities for fresh Alaskan seafood.

Not only do we deliver consistent, high-quality products and services, we believe in providing the best experience in the industry for both our customers and employees.

UniSea is people first company. That’s why you’ll love working for us!

UniSea offers a rich benefits package including :

• Medical / Dental / Vision insurance available after eligibility period is satisfied.
• A variety of different voluntary coverages are offered including AFLAC policies and additional life insurance for self and family members.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care Accounts are available after the eligibility period is satisfied.
• 401(k) plan and addition 3% employer contribution after eligibility period is satisfied.
• Employer paid life insurance.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

In addition to the above, UniSea offers :

• Free room and board in our housing
• Two round trip airfares for vacations

UniSea is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Last updated : 2024-05-30