DKN HOTEL GROUP

Director of Food and Beverage

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $100,000.00 - $125,000.00
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Training and development programs
performance bonuses

Job Description

The Food and Beverage Director role is a critical leadership position within a dynamic hospitality company, specializing in managing a diverse portfolio of properties including hotels, restaurants, and banquet facilities. This company is renowned for delivering exceptional guest experiences by maintaining high standards of quality and service across all food and beverage operations. As a leader in the hospitality industry, the company fosters a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation. They prioritize guest satisfaction and operational efficiency, striving to enhance every aspect of dining and beverage service across their properties. The director plays a key role within the broader management... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Ability to make timely, effective decisions
  • Ability to prioritize, organize and delegate work assignments
  • Ability to maintain good team member relations
  • Ability to direct performance of restaurant, kitchen and banquet team members and follow-up with corrective action where needed
  • Frequently walking indoors, outdoors, up and down stairs, standing for prolonged periods, sitting, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, lifting and carrying
  • Lifting and carrying unassisted up to 20 lbs
  • Awareness of safety and security importance
  • Friendly and courteous to guests and fellow team members at all times

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, culinary arts, or related field
  • Over 10 years of experience in food and beverage management
  • Experience in hiring, training, and supervision
  • Experience in forecasting, budget preparation, and cost control in food and labor
  • Proficient in training, coaching, and counseling
  • Strong understanding of food and beverage trends and industry best practices

Job Duties

  • Developing and implementing strategic plans for the food and beverage department
  • Create and manage budgets and financial plans to maximize profitability
  • Develop and enforce policies and procedures for efficient operations
  • Delivering results on F&B revenues and margins including all F&B P&L line items
  • Directly responsible for managing food and beverage cost
  • Utilizing interpersonal and communication skills to lead, influence and encourage others
  • Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect and cooperation among team members
  • Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills
  • Providing guidance and direction to team members in F&B, including setting performance standards, monitoring performance and completing performance evaluations
  • Responsible for people management alongside with GM from recruiting onwards
  • Handling escalated complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts
  • Create and update menus in collaboration with chefs and culinary teams
  • Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations
  • Perform other duties as assigned, requested or deemed necessary by management
  • Lead the Home Away From Home Experience
  • Exceeding guest satisfaction through delivering outstanding service levels
  • Responsible for all F&B and personnel brand standards if applicable
  • Meeting or exceeding QA and Guest Satisfaction goals for the brand and DKN
  • Part of the DKN Leadership Team working in collaboration with all disciplines of the hotel management team

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Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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