Director of Food and Beverage

Carlsbad, CA, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $100,000.00 - $120,000.00

Benefits

Bonus opportunities

Medical

Dental

Vision

Mental health

prescription benefits

flexible spending accounts

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid Personal Days

earned sick pay

401(k) savings with employer match

short-term disability

long-term disability

Life insurance

Free on-site parking

Job Description

Belmont Village Rancho Santa Fe is a newly established luxury senior living community designed with a focus on exceptional hospitality and innovative programming. Nestled within the beautiful gated Lakes of Rancho Santa Fe community, Belmont Village prides itself on delivering an extraordinary dining experience that rivals that of luxury hotels, private clubs, and fine dining establishments. This community embodies a culture that emphasizes operational excellence, quality of life, and long-term relationships with residents, families, and team members alike. As part of a larger enterprise, Belmont Village operates with over 5,000 employees across 35 locations in the United States and Mexico, known for award-winning independent, assisted living, and memory care programs. The organization actively collaborates with top institutions like UC San Diego, USC, UCLA, and Baptist Health South Florida to develop pioneering programs focused on cognitive health and life enrichment. Recognized as a Great Place to Work since 2018 and celebrated by U.S. News & World Report as Best in Senior Living, Belmont Village maintains a reputation for excellence, innovation, and quality.

The role of Food & Beverage Director at Belmont Village Rancho Santa Fe offers a unique opportunity to develop and lead a premier dining program from the ground up within this vibrant, luxury senior living community. Reporting directly to the Senior Executive Director, this position carries significant responsibility in overseeing all dining operations, including culinary, restaurant, and catering services. As a crucial member of the community's senior leadership team, the Food & Beverage Director will be instrumental in strategic decision-making processes related to financial management, workforce planning, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and leadership development. This position aligns the standards of a luxury hospitality environment with the needs of long-term residents who value consistent, high-quality dining experiences. The Food & Beverage Director will foster a culture that prioritizes hospitality, mentorship, and operational excellence while building lasting relationships with residents, families, and team members. This role does not require late-night service, and the business operates on a stable, predictable year-round basis without seasonal fluctuations. For professionals with a passion for elevating the guest experience and developing high-performing teams in a luxury setting, this position at Belmont Village Rancho Santa Fe represents a meaningful career opportunity to make a lasting impact on senior living culinary operations.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Minimum three years of progressive leadership experience in food and beverage, hospitality or large-scale fine dining operations
Experience managing departmental budgets, financial performance, workforce planning and talent development
Comprehensive knowledge of food and beverage operations
Current ServSafe Certification
Strong verbal and written English communication skills
Ability to build collaborative relationships and effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficient with tablets, smartphones, laptops and hospitality software, with the ability to quickly learn new technology, including Point of Sale systems
Consistent and reliable attendance is essential for all Belmont Village employees to ensure the successful operation of the community
Must successfully complete based on state and company requirements: TB skin test or chest x-ray
State fingerprint and FBI background check
Health screening for this position
Basic First Aid training
Drug test

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum three years of progressive leadership experience in food and beverage, hospitality or large-scale fine dining operations
Experience managing departmental budgets, financial performance, workforce planning and talent development
Comprehensive knowledge of food and beverage operations
Current ServSafe Certification
Strong verbal and written English communication skills
Ability to build collaborative relationships and effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficient with tablets, smartphones, laptops and hospitality software, with the ability to quickly learn new technology, including Point of Sale systems

Job Duties

Direct the overall operations of the Dining Services Department to ensure efficient, high-quality service delivery
Develop and implement departmental goals, objectives, operating plans and performance standards
Monitor departmental performance and identify opportunities to improve service quality, efficiency and resident satisfaction
Ensure dining operations consistently reflect Belmont Village hospitality standards
Collaborate with community leadership to support organizational initiatives and strategic priorities
Consult with Regional Leadership ensuring the Food Service program is meeting corporate objectives and implements corrective measures as needed
Collaborate with vendors to improve deficiencies or resolve issues impacting the overall food service operation