Director of Food & Beverage

Harper Associates is a distinguished recruiting firm specializing in connecting top-tier talent with premier organizations. They are currently partnering with a well-established corporate headquarters based in Cincinnati, OH, to find a dynamic and experienced Director of Food & Beverage. This position is embedded within a vibrant corporate environment known for its commitment to operational excellence and employee work-life balance. The company is renowned for its high-volume hospitality operations which include Executive Dining, Corporate Dining, Café/Foodservice operations, and Catering Services, serving a sophisticated clientele with high expectations for quality and service.

The Director of Food & Beverage, also titled General Manager – Food & Beverage, will hold a pivotal leadership role. The position entails overseeing all facets of the food and beverage services within this corporate setting, ensuring superior guest experiences, maintaining financial health through P&L management, and inspiring a committed team of professionals. The ideal candidate typically comes from a background in luxury hotels, upscale restaurants, private clubs, or similarly large and complex hospitality venues.

This role is uniquely tailored for individuals seeking leadership outside the traditional restaurant or hotel environment, offering a Monday through Friday work schedule with no late-night shifts, which promotes an excellent work-life balance. The salary range for this position is between $100,000 and $110,000 annually, reflecting the level of responsibility and expertise required. This job offers an outstanding opportunity to transition into corporate dining leadership while applying a broad range of skills in operational management, financial control, team development, and guest service.

As the Director, you will be responsible for driving all foodservice operations including retail dining and café management, ensuring operational excellence in catering and culinary services, and maintaining regulatory compliance across all units. The role requires strong financial oversight, including budgeting, forecasting, and achieving profitability goals. Team leadership is central to the role, with emphasis on mentoring management teams and fostering a culture of engagement and hospitality.

Furthermore, this position offers the chance to work at a strategic level to implement innovative foodservice trends and solutions that align with modern culinary expectations and customer preferences. The Director will also maintain important client partnerships to uphold exceptional satisfaction levels and conduct regular operational reviews and audits. This is a visible leadership role within a global hospitality organization that encourages professional growth and advancement.

This opportunity represents a remarkable career move for a hospitality leader aiming to leverage their expertise in a corporate setting where they can make a meaningful impact every day. With a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and clear pathways for career growth, this role is set to attract highly qualified and motivated candidates who are passionate about excellence in food and beverage management.