Job Description

ALBERT HOTEL is hiring for a DIRECTOR OF FOOD & BEVERAGE

An urban oasis, tucked away off of Main Street in the heart of Fredericksburg, TX, Albert Hotel offers a peaceful yet sophisticated luxury experience in Texas's famed Hill Country. Opened in January 2025, the property features 105 thoughtfully appointed guest rooms and suites, along with uniquely designed bunk rooms and a private house with custom furnishings, locally-curated amenities, and thoughtful touches.

With the guest experience in mind, Albert's elevated amenities include a sunken limestone pool featuring an outdoor bar and cabanas, state-of-the-art fitness center, and a 2,000-square-foot full-service spa. Additionally, the property is home to four on-site culinary outlets, including The Restaurant at Albert led by Michelin-starred and multi–James Beard Award–nominated Chef Michael Fojtasek. 

Albert boasts 3,600-square-foot of semi-open air event space, a 1,200-square-foot mezzanine deck, and an expansive event lawn, making it a prime destination for weddings, private events, and intimate gatherings.

What you'll do: 

• Develop departmental objectives, budgets, policies, procedures, and strategies for existing and new positions
• Support the development and long-term strategic planning of all food & beverage initiatives at the property level
• Execute operational site visits to all outlets and provide documented feedback and action plans to management teams to support continuous improvement
• Review and approve all new menus and additions to menus for alignment with brand, supply chain feasibility, value perception, pricing, and food costing
• Identify new and innovative strategic opportunities to fit the changing business needs and property strategic priorities
• Train and support all location General Managers and F&B Department Managers
• Observe employees engaged in preparing, portioning, and garnishing foods and beverages to ensure that methods of cooking and garnishing are up to standard
• Verify that the scheduling of hours and assigned duties and responsibilities are following work requirements
• Develop talent through cross-training and continuous coaching
• Prepare weekly operational status reports
• Act as a liaison for all licensing agreements
• Establish cost improvement objectives, and implement action plans
• Implement inventory standards and procedures to consistently conduct an accurate inventory

Who you are:

• You believe that good hospitality is an experience, not just a transaction.
• You have a proven track record of managing teams and executing business plans.
• You lead through influence and are a cross-functional partner with diverse teams.
• You have a high degree of ownership and commitment to results.
• You are passionate about your community and the people who make the community.
• You have a solutions-oriented mindset and the confidence to make fast-paced decisions.
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills; you can be an ambassador for your outlet.
• You are a leader; you're dedicated to developing your team and creating a holistic sense of mission.
• You believe in learning and personal growth; you show up as a contributor, not a spectator.
• You're excellent with time management and can function effectively in a dynamic environment.
• You have a strong work ethic and the ability to work autonomously and with confidence.
• A plus: You have 5+ years of related experience in an operational hospitality role; multi-unit leadership preferred

BENEFITS

We are proud to offer competitive wages and the following benefits for full-time employees:

• Up to 20% annual bonus potential for all salaried associates
• Up to 3 weeks paid time off annually
• Research/culinary travel opportunities for senior staff
• 50% off discount at most New Waterloo restaurants
• Health, vision + dental benefits
• 401K matching
• Paid holidays
• Volunteer pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Referral bonuses
• Discounts at our shops, hotels + local partnerships

ABOUT NEW WATERLOO

New Waterloo is a community-centric independent hospitality company based in Austin, Texas. We use our platform to intentionally empower and get behind the choices of our people and communities - creating environments that sustain lasting social impact. Our team of hospitality experts provides the resources, talent, passion, and collaboration necessary to foster thoughtful places and thriving businesses.

New Waterloo is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. 

We will be accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a candidate is selected for this role.

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