Director Food and Beverage

Callaway Resort & Gardens is an iconic 2,500-acre resort destination located in the scenic and historic Pine Mountain, Georgia. This expansive resort is renowned for offering a diverse range of lodging options, unique garden attractions, 36 holes of exceptional golf, fishing opportunities, extensive biking trails, and residential communities. Established 75 years ago by Cason J. Callaway, the resort embodies his dream of providing a tranquil and inspiring retreat for visitors. Callaway Resort & Gardens operates as part of Herschend Enterprises, the largest family-owned themed attractions corporation in the United States. Herschend's mission for over seven decades has been to bring families closer together by Creating Memories Worth Repeating®. Known for its commitment to creating welcoming, inclusive environments, Callaway Resort & Gardens is dedicated to treating every guest, host, and partner with respect, kindness, and equality, ensuring a warm and memorable experience for all who visit.

The Food and Beverage Manager role at Callaway Resort & Gardens is a strategic leadership position that involves overseeing all aspects of the food and beverage operations. This role is critical to enhancing the guest experience by providing exceptional culinary offerings and outstanding service. The manager is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive strategic plan for food and beverage services aligned with the resort's business objectives. Day-to-day management duties include budgeting, forecasting, inventory management, and staffing. The role demands leadership in hiring, training, and motivating a diverse team of food and beverage professionals such as chefs, cooks, servers, and bartenders.

Key responsibilities also involve building strong relationships with local suppliers to ensure the resort uses the highest quality products. Collaboration with other departments, such as sales and marketing, is essential to coordinate food and beverage offerings for various events and special occasions. The manager must ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and company policies. Additionally, staying abreast of industry trends and integrating innovative ideas into food and beverage offerings is vital for maintaining the resort's competitive edge.

This position requires a leader who can manage multiple food and beverage outlets with a proven track record of delivering exceptional service and profitability across all venues. The Food and Beverage Manager is expected to foster a collaborative and mission-driven team culture that reflects Callaway Resort & Gardens' values and guest service commitments. Managing departmental marketing budgets to maximize ROI while aligning with revenue targets is also a significant part of this role. The manager serves as a department and property duty manager as scheduled, ensuring smooth operations at all times. This is an excellent opportunity for hospitality professionals passionate about leading dynamic teams and delivering memorable guest experiences in a beautiful resort setting.