Director of Food and Beverage

The Director of Food and Beverage is responsible for overseeing the overall success of all food and beverage operations within the hotel, including banquets, catering, restaurants, bars, in-room dining, club lounges, and minibars. This role requires effective communication and collaboration with other departments to ensure seamless transitions and achieve budgeted financial results.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise and lead food and beverage operations to ensure excellent guest experiences

Support and develop management and hourly staff

Develop and implement an operating strategy aligned with the hotel's business goals

Manage menus, inventory, and expenses to ensure profitability

Coordinate with sales and events teams to meet group requirements

Schedule and manage staff to meet business demands and budget

Drive revenue growth through effective sales strategies

Participate in marketing meetings and creative programming initiatives

Collaborate with leadership to improve guest satisfaction scores and address areas for improvement

Contribute to budgeting processes and P&L reviews

Maintain a professional appearance and provide excellent customer service at all times

Recruit, train, and develop food and beverage staff

Conduct performance evaluations and handle disciplinary actions when necessary

Requirements:

Previous experience in a similar role in a luxury hospitality setting

Beverage certification preferred

Supervisory, coaching, and staff development experience

Strong written, verbal, and communication skills in English

Flexibility to work varied schedules, including weekends and holidays

Ability to lift up to 40 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance

Ability to stand, walk, write, lift, bend, climb, hear, see, and perform repetitive motions

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

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