Director of Food & Beverage

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $68,900.00 - $110,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Flexible Schedule
Employee Discounts
Training and Development

Job Description

This position is offered by a facility operating within the food and beverage industry, specifically managing the comprehensive range of food service offerings including banqueting services. The establishment prioritizes maintaining high standards in guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and financial oversight. As a key player in hospitality, the company seeks to enhance its food and beverage department by appointing an experienced and proactive Food & Beverage Director. This role is exempt status, indicating a salaried position with leadership responsibilities and accountability for multiple facets of department management.

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Job Requirements

  • A bachelor’s degree in hospitality management or food and beverage management or equivalent experience
  • 5-7 years of experience in food and beverage management
  • Strong leadership skills
  • Ability to manage financial reports and budgets
  • Experience with vendor and contract negotiations
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish (preferred)
  • Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and POS systems

Job Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in a food and beverage management role
  • A robust knowledge of food and beverage offerings and current market trends
  • Ability to manage financial statements, cost control and develop and manage a budget
  • Experience with pre-opening preferred
  • Strong leadership skills, including the ability to manage a team and outside contractors
  • Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends
  • Strong computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office and Food and Beverage POS systems

Job Duties

  • Ensure that all standard operating procedures for revenue and cost control are in place and consistently utilized
  • Develop and manage budgets, forecast revenues and expenses, and generate financial reports
  • Manage outside contractors and vendors
  • Responsible for negotiating all contracts
  • Monitor, analyze, and control food and beverage costs and expenditures
  • Implement strategies to optimize profitability while maintaining quality
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for food and beverage departments
  • Help develop an exciting beverage program including wine lists and bottle/beverage sales promotions
  • Work closely with kitchen management to create innovative menus for all outlets and banquets
  • Ensure excellent food and beverage experience for our guests
  • Regularly gather feedback to refine offerings
  • Maintain appearance, upkeep and cleanliness of all food and beverage equipment and facilities
  • Ensure all operations adhere to health and safety, and legal standards including sanitation, energy management, preventive maintenance, etc
  • Maintain records of all inspections
  • Conduct meetings with management team to ensure continuous improvement to quality and consistency
  • Ensure all related permits, testing, employee training, certificates and legal documents are kept up to date
  • Ensure the F&B POS system is implemented and fully utilized
  • Hire, train and supervise subordinates
  • Manage a team of professionals including setting objectives, standards, guidelines, policies and schedules and payroll

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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