Director of Food & Beverage

The Fox Theatre, located in Atlanta, Georgia, is one of the city's most iconic and prestigious entertainment venues, renowned for its stunning architecture and rich history. Established as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization, the theatre hosts over 250 performances annually across a diverse range of genres including concerts, ballets, comedy shows, and movies. With a seating capacity of 4,665, it attracts over 500,000 visitors every year. Apart from public performances, the Fox Theatre is also a preferred destination for private events such as wedding receptions, corporate meetings, trade shows, and association functions held in its two exquisite ballrooms. The theatre has earned widespread acclaim and numerous accolades, including the 2024 Billboard Magazine #1 Highest Grossing Theatre Worldwide for its capacity range, 2024 VenuesNow Magazine #1 Year-End Top Stops for venues with 2,001-5,000 seats, the 2024 Pollstar Magazine ranked #3 Theatre Worldwide in tickets sold, and the prestigious 2022 IEBA Theatre of the Year award.

The Fox Theatre's partnership with major brands such as Coca-Cola, Lexus, Georgian Terrace Hotel, Georgia Natural Gas, and Regions Bank, showcases its standing as a significant cultural landmark that continually evolves its offerings to provide unparalleled experiences. The Fox Theatre's Marquee Club, presented by Lexus, is a luxurious three-story, 10,000-square-foot bar and lounge exclusively accessible to Club Level ticket holders and annual members, emphasizing premium hospitality and guest engagement. This role as Director of Food & Beverage is a pivotal leadership position responsible for overseeing all food and beverage operations, including high-volume theatre concessions, premium beverage services within the Marquee Club, culinary operations, and private event catering. Beyond food and beverage, the Director will lead efforts to expand and innovate merchandising and retail programs to enhance revenue and guest satisfaction. This full-time role demands visionary leadership to champion world-class hospitality standards, operational excellence, and financial performance within a fast-paced, dynamic entertainment environment.

As Director of Food & Beverage, you will be expected to manage comprehensive food and beverage programs ensuring the highest quality, consistency, and innovation in guest service delivery. You'll coordinate staffing, purchasing, inventory control, and POS system management to streamline operations and maximize efficiency. A key aspect of the role involves developing and managing departmental budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics while instituting robust cash handling, payroll, and inventory control measures. Leadership competence is critical as you will hire, train, mentor, and inspire a diverse team across multiple departments like concessions, culinary services, private event catering, and merchandising. The responsibility extends to driving the growth of merchandising programs by developing venue-specific retail offerings and expanding retail opportunities beyond the theatre. Regulatory compliance and adherence to food safety, alcohol service, and labor laws are essential, along with maintaining impeccable sanitation, safety, and operational standards.

The ideal candidate will hold at least a bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business, or a related field with over seven years of progressive leadership experience in food and beverage or related hospitality sectors. Experience in large-scale, entertainment-driven, or high-volume environments is highly valued. This role demands a strong hospitality philosophy centered on guest experience, proficiency in POS systems and various business software, and the ability to thrive in a multifaceted, fast-moving setting. Preferred qualifications include experience in premium or VIP hospitality, merchandising management, and live venue operations. The position has physical demands including the ability to work extended shifts, navigate multiple floors of the venue, and maintain flexibility for evening, weekend, and holiday work schedules. A successful background check is mandatory. Joining the Fox Theatre means contributing to a collaborative culture focused on excellence and innovation, where every team member's role directly impacts the memorable experiences guests cherish. Comprehensive benefits with health, dental, vision insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and more ensure team members are valued and supported.