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Director of Food & Beverage

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee Discounts
Career development opportunities
Paid holidays

Job Description

Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is a premier family-owned hospitality company known for delivering unforgettable vacation experiences across the United States. Operating the nation's largest indoor waterparks, Kalahari Resorts bring an African-inspired atmosphere to their luxurious resorts featuring world-class dining, indulgent spas, thrilling entertainment, and state-of-the-art convention centers. With locations in Wisconsin Dells, WI; Sandusky, OH; Pocono Manor, PA; Round Rock, TX; and Spotsylvania County, VA, Kalahari Resorts stand out as a leader in the hospitality and entertainment industry by combining high-quality amenities and family-friendly experiences in every aspect of their resorts. The company not only invests in guest satisfaction but... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in hospitality management business or related field preferred
  • Minimum six years of managerial and supervisory experience in food and beverage operations
  • Experience leading multi-unit food and beverage venues with annual revenues exceeding 20 million dollars
  • Proven ability to manage budgets and control operational costs effectively
  • Excellent communication leadership and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Willingness to travel between multiple resort locations as needed

Job Qualifications

  • Management of a multi-unit and high-volume venue or hotel over 20MM in annual food and beverage revenue
  • Minimum six years' extensive managerial and supervisory experience in restaurants bars and banquet venues featuring kitchen management within a hotel and or resort environment
  • Minimum three years' experience as a General Manager or Food and Beverage Director within a restaurant large hotel resort or food and beverage venue
  • Prior experience with P&L accountability with a proven ability to successfully control food and labor costs
  • Experience in a high-volume venue such as an arena stadium or cruise ship would be desirable
  • Experience working for a family-owned company would be desirable

Job Duties

  • Oversee all food and beverage operations ensuring quality consistency and guest satisfaction across all outlets
  • Drive revenue and control costs through strategic planning and operational efficiency
  • Lead and develop a high-performing team through training coaching and performance management
  • Collaborate with culinary sales and events teams to deliver exceptional dining and event experiences
  • Ensure compliance with health safety and brand standards across all food and beverage venues

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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