Director of Food & Beverage

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a renowned hospitality management company committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences while prioritizing the wellbeing and professional growth of its employees. With over 230 properties worldwide, Pyramid Global Hospitality fosters a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment that encourages career development, learning opportunities, and meaningful employee relationships. Known for their People First culture, the company prides itself on offering comprehensive benefits, ongoing training, and unique perks such as on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and special employee rates for hotel stays. Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to maintaining high standards of service while nurturing a positive workplace atmosphere that supports both new entrants and seasoned professionals in the hospitality industry.

The Hilton University of Florida Conference Center, managed by Pyramid Global Hospitality, is an iconic property that seamlessly combines hospitality excellence with academic vibrancy. Situated in Gainesville, Florida, and nestled within the dynamic University of Florida community, this hotel features 248 well-appointed guest rooms, 10 versatile meeting spaces, and over 30,000 square feet of meeting and event space. The conference center serves as a hub for conferences, weddings, social events, and university-related functions, offering an energetic and stimulating work environment. Employees at this property benefit from a 401k plan with company match, recognition programs, and a opportunities tailored for professional and personal growth.

The role of Director of Food & Beverage at the Hilton University of Florida Conference Center is a pivotal leadership position responsible for overseeing all food and beverage operations, including restaurants, bars, banquet, catering, culinary services, and stewarding. This position plays a critical role in ensuring that all dining and event experiences meet the highest standards of quality, service, and guest satisfaction. The Director will lead a diverse team of department managers, chefs, supervisors, and hourly staff, fostering a culture centered on accountability, teamwork, excellence, and continuous improvement. As part of the Executive Leadership Team, the Director will contribute to the hotel's overall strategy and operational performance.

Key responsibilities include partnering with the Executive Chef to create innovative menus and dining experiences, overseeing banquet and catering operations supporting large-scale events, managing budgets and financial performance related to food and beverage departments, and driving team development initiatives. The role demands strong financial acumen to handle budgeting, forecasting, labor management, and cost control, alongside excellent communication and leadership skills to effectively manage a diverse and high-performing team. Additionally, the Director will ensure compliance with Hilton brand standards, health and safety regulations, and company policies, while maintaining excellent vendor and inventory controls.

This full-time leadership role offers a competitive salary range of $80,000 to $120,000, inclusive of bonus opportunities. It is ideal for a hospitality professional who thrives in a dynamic, high-volume environment and is passionate about creating memorable guest experiences while advancing their career within a prestigious organization. The position requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Candidates with Hilton brand experience, large event hotel experience, and relevant certifications are highly preferred. This is an excellent career opportunity to grow with a respected global hospitality company within a vibrant university setting, offering rewarding benefits and professional growth opportunities.