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Performance Hospitality

Director Of Food & Beverage

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $90,000.00 - $115,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

competitive salary
performance bonuses
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
retirement savings
Paid Time Off
Professional Development
Employee Discounts
wellness programs
Flexible work environment

Job Description

B Ocean Resort in Fort Lauderdale, FL, is a vibrant and upscale beachfront hotel known for providing exceptional hospitality experiences that combine luxury, comfort, and innovative guest services. This dynamic resort boasts a variety of dining outlets including restaurants, bars, and lounges, along with extensive amenities such as banquets, catering services, and in-room dining options. It prides itself on its commitment to quality, guest satisfaction, and an inviting atmosphere that elevates the overall guest experience. With a focus on exceptional service and guest engagement, B Ocean Resort continues to be a premier destination for both leisure and business travelers seeking... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 7-10+ years progressive food and beverage leadership experience
  • 3-5+ years multi-outlet and banquet oversight experience
  • ServSafe and TIPS/TEAM/ServSafe Alcohol certification required or within 30 days
  • proficiency with POS and inventory systems
  • strong leadership and communication skills
  • ability to stand and walk frequently during service
  • capacity to lift and push up to 30-40 lbs
  • flexible schedule including early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • 7-10+ years progressive food and beverage leadership
  • 3-5+ years multi-outlet and banquet oversight experience
  • proven track record of delivering guest satisfaction and revenue growth
  • expertise in menu engineering, pricing, inventory controls, and labor management
  • strong leadership and communication skills with executive presence
  • proficiency with POS systems such as Micros and Toast
  • familiarity with inventory and costing tools, reservation platforms including OpenTable, Resy, SevenRooms
  • certification in ServSafe Food Protection Manager and TIPS/TEAM/ServSafe Alcohol required or obtainable within 30 days
  • bachelor's degree in hospitality or business preferred
  • WSET, Cicerone, or culinary background a plus

Job Duties

  • Set the food and beverage vision and annual plan
  • align outlet concepts, pricing, promotions, and service standards with brand and market
  • lead outlet managers, executive chefs, banquets, and stewarding teams
  • establish a culture of accountability, coaching, and recognition
  • be floor-present during peak times to ensure service standards
  • manage VIP experiences, service recovery, and online reputation
  • maintain ambiance including music, lighting, and cleanliness
  • own food and beverage P&L including budgets, forecasts, labor planning, and cost targets
  • partner with marketing on promotions, upsell programs, and events
  • lead menu engineering and pricing to improve mix and margins
  • standardize SOPs for openings, closings, prep, service, cash handling, inventory, and PCI controls
  • enforce ServSafe/HACCP, TIPS/TEAM, OSHA, allergy protocols, and local licensing compliance
  • pass health and brand audits
  • oversee catering P&L, staffing, and execution
  • ensure accurate banquet event orders and charge capture
  • grow banquet bookings and referrals
  • manage purchasing and vendor relationships
  • negotiate pricing and contracts
  • maintain pars and quality specifications
  • improve inventory accuracy and stewarding standards
  • recruit, onboard, schedule, and develop leaders and hourly teams
  • conduct trainings and performance reviews
  • build bench strength and succession plans
  • drive employee engagement and retention
  • ensure effective use of POS, inventory, reservation, and labor systems
  • publish KPIs and operational dashboards
  • lead openings, renovations, and concept refreshes
  • champion sustainability initiatives including waste diversion and responsible sourcing

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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