Director of Food & Beverage

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Professional development opportunities
performance bonuses

Job Description

Dolly Parton's SongTeller Hotel in Nashville stands as a remarkable tribute to the legendary career and vibrant spirit of Dolly Parton herself. This unique hotel encapsulates the essence of Dolly's infectious energy, charm, and love for storytelling. It serves as a captivating destination where guests can truly "Love Every Moment," providing a space to unplug from everyday life, connect meaningfully with loved ones, and immerse themselves in entertainment and hospitality that is second to none. As a premier hotel that blends the rich heritage of Nashville's music scene with exquisite Southern hospitality, the SongTeller Hotel invites visitors to experience a... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management or related field preferred
  • Minimum 10 years food and beverage management experience in luxury or upscale hotel
  • Experience leading multiple food and beverage outlets and high-volume service operations
  • Proven ability to recruit, train, and lead diverse teams
  • Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
  • Familiarity with industry software and platforms such as Micros, Crunchtime, ProfitSword
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Ability to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Certification in ServeSafe, Tips, and ABC within 60 days of employment

Job Qualifications

  • 10+ years of food and beverage management experience in upscale, lifestyle, or luxury hotel setting
  • Opening hotel experience
  • Proven successful track record of accomplishment and growth in hospitality food and beverage
  • Demonstrated leadership, problem solving, team building, communication and organizational skills
  • Extensive knowledge of spirits, craft cocktails, and mixology techniques
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office, POS systems including Micros, Crunchtime, inventory management and ordering software, hotel effectiveness, labor management tools and ProfitSword
  • Passion for storytelling, beverage, food, live music, and events
  • Certification in ServeSafe, Tips and ABC within 60 days of employment
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays

Job Duties

  • Lead and direct the development and implementation of food and beverage vision and concepts in preparation for property launch
  • Manage pre-opening critical path process ensuring timely milestone achievement
  • Oversee creation of distinctive food and beverage concepts reflecting Southern hospitality and property brand
  • Partner with executive chef, beverage and entertainment teams to design innovative and authentic menus
  • Recruit, interview, train, mentor, and inspire a high-performing inclusive food and beverage team
  • Lead and mentor food and beverage leadership team ensuring excellence in service and guest satisfaction
  • Manage all food and beverage outlets including event venues, in-room dining, market, banquets, and catering operations

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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