Culinary and Food and Beverage Manager

Hilton Garden Inn Ponte Vedra Beach is part of the globally recognized Hilton portfolio, known for welcoming guests with exceptional service and quality accommodations. Situated in the scenic coastal area of Ponte Vedra Beach, this hotel offers travelers a comfortable and inviting environment whether they are visiting for business or leisure. The Hilton Garden Inn brand prides itself on combining modern amenities with a warm and approachable atmosphere, ensuring every stay is both productive and relaxing. The hotel features well-designed rooms, meeting spaces, recreational facilities, and dining options carefully curated to suit the diverse needs of its guests.

The Food & Beverage Manager / Chef at Hilton Garden Inn Ponte Vedra Beach plays a pivotal role in shaping the guest experience by overseeing the complete dining operation, from the kitchen to the dining room. This leadership position requires a dynamic, hands-on leader passionate about both culinary excellence and outstanding service. The role is designed for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can effectively manage teams across the front and back of house, and is dedicated to delivering memorable culinary experiences. The manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of food and beverage including restaurant and bar operations, menu planning, quality control, presentation, and guest satisfaction.

Financial stewardship is also a critical part of this role, as the manager will handle cost control, inventory management, and labor efficiency to ensure operational profitability and sustainability. Compliance with brand standards and local health and safety regulations forms another essential component of the role, requiring vigilance and leadership to uphold the highest standards. Collaborating directly with hotel leadership, the Food & Beverage Manager / Chef helps to shape dining programming and experiences, enhancing the overall guest journey. This unique role not only merges front-of-house management with hands-on culinary expertise but also demands a people-first mindset, focusing on building, mentoring, and inspiring engaged teams. Working with Coury Hospitality, which emphasizes a culture of growth, leadership, and meaningful impact, offers a supportive environment to flourish and make a significant difference in hospitality delivery.