Director of Food & Beverage

Gainesville, FL, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Salary

Range $62,600.00 - $100,000.00

Benefits

Health Insurance

retirement plans

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

bonus opportunity

Hotel Travel Discounts

Professional Development

Job Description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a prominent hospitality management company known for its commitment to a People First culture, emphasizing employee wellbeing, growth, development, and diversity. Operating over 230 properties worldwide, the company prides itself on creating a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters meaningful relationships and career advancement opportunities. Pyramid Global Hospitality offers an impressive range of benefits to its employees, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, on-site wellness programs, local discounts, and special employee rates on hotel stays. The company also invests heavily in employee training and professional development to build skills and knowledge, ensuring a rewarding career path for every member of its team. This holistic approach to employee care reflects Pyramid's dedication not only to exceptional guest experiences but also to nurturing the talents and aspirations of its workforce.

One of the distinctive properties managed by Pyramid Global Hospitality is the Hilton University of Florida Conference Center, located within the vibrant atmosphere of the University of Florida. The hotel features 248 well-appointed guest rooms, 10 versatile meeting spaces, and an impressive 30,811 square feet of conference and event facilities. This unique blend of hospitality excellence and academic energy provides an exciting work environment where tradition meets innovation. The property offers comprehensive employee benefits, including a 401(k) plan with company match and recognition programs that celebrate employee dedication, making it an ideal career destination for individuals passionate about hospitality.

The Hilton University of Florida Conference Center is currently seeking a seasoned Director of Food & Beverage to lead all aspects of the food and beverage operation. This role is pivotal in the hotel's executive leadership structure and offers a unique opportunity to drive exceptional guest experiences, lead and develop team members, and oversee the financial performance of various food and beverage outlets. The director will manage restaurant outlets, bars, banquet and catering services, culinary operations, and stewarding activities. This position requires a strategic leader capable of fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, continuous improvement, and guest excellence while maintaining compliance with brand standards, health regulations, and safety policies. The successful candidate will be instrumental in shaping the property's overall strategy and ensuring operational success.

In this leadership role, the Director of Food & Beverage will closely partner with the Executive Chef to develop innovative menus and dining experiences tailored to guest preferences and current market trends. Maintaining consistent food quality, service delivery, and venue cleanliness is essential to uphold the hotel’s esteemed reputation. Additionally, the director will oversee banquet and catering functions that support large-scale conferences, meetings, weddings, and university-related events. Collaboration with sales and events teams is key to delivering flawless event execution. This role also involves rigorous financial management responsibilities, including budgeting, forecasting, labor and cost control, and revenue enhancement through menu engineering and promotions.

The ideal candidate will have at least five years of food and beverage leadership experience in a full-service hotel, resort, or conference center. Strong financial acumen, excellent communication, and proven success leading large, diverse teams in high-volume environments are critical. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays ensures the highest level of service. Preferred qualifications include experience with Hilton brand standards, conference center or event hotel expertise, a bachelor’s degree in hospitality or related fields, and certifications such as ServSafe and alcohol service trainer credentials. Compensation for this role ranges from $80,000 to $120,000, complemented by a competitive salary, bonus opportunities, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, hotel travel discounts, and professional development resources. Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.

Job Requirements

Minimum five years of food and beverage leadership experience in a full-service hotel resort or conference center environment
Proven experience overseeing restaurant culinary and banquet operations
Strong financial acumen including budgeting forecasting labor management and cost control
Experience leading large diverse teams in a high-volume environment
Excellent communication leadership and organizational skills
Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings weekends and holidays

Job Qualifications

Minimum five years of food and beverage leadership experience in a full-service hotel resort or conference center environment
Proven experience overseeing restaurant culinary and banquet operations
Strong financial acumen including budgeting forecasting labor management and cost control
Experience leading large diverse teams in a high-volume environment
Excellent communication leadership and organizational skills
Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings weekends and holidays
Preferred Hilton brand experience
Preferred conference center or large group event hotel experience
Preferred bachelor’s degree in hospitality management business administration culinary management or related field
Preferred ServSafe certification and alcohol service trainer certification

Job Duties

Direct and oversee all food and beverage operations including restaurant outlets bars banquet events catering culinary operations and stewarding
Lead mentor and develop department managers chefs supervisors and hourly team members
Foster a culture of accountability teamwork guest service excellence and continuous improvement
Ensure compliance with Hilton brand standards health department regulations safety requirements and company policies
Participate as a key member of the hotel's Executive Committee and contribute to overall property strategy and performance
Partner with the Executive Chef to develop innovative menus and dining experiences
Ensure consistent food quality presentation service delivery and cleanliness throughout all venues
Monitor guest feedback and implement corrective action plans when necessary
Oversee all banquet and catering operations supporting more than 25,000 square feet of meeting and event space
Collaborate with the Sales and Events teams to ensure flawless execution of conferences meetings weddings social events and university-related functions
Participate in weekly BEO and event planning meetings to ensure operational readiness
Develop and manage annual operating budgets forecasts and capital expenditures for all food and beverage departments
Analyze financial statements labor reports food cost reports and revenue trends to drive profitability
Establish and maintain controls for labor food beverage and operating expenses
Recruit train coach and retain high-performing food and beverage professionals
Conduct performance evaluations and succession planning for department leaders
Oversee purchasing receiving inventory controls and vendor relationships
Ensure compliance with food safety sanitation alcohol service and workplace safety regulations