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Director of Food and Beverage - Hilton Des Moines Downtown

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Mental Health Resources
Paid Time Off
Travel program
Parental leave
401k plan
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Education Assistance
Career growth opportunities
recognition programs

Job Description

Hilton Des Moines Downtown is a premier hotel located in the heart of downtown Des Moines, Iowa. Affiliated with the larger Hilton brand, renowned globally for its excellence in hospitality, this property is uniquely positioned adjacent to the Iowa Events Center, providing exceptional access to business and leisure travelers attending events and exploring the city. This 330-room hotel offers expansive amenities including 14,000 square feet of versatile meeting space, catering to conferences, banquets, and social events. Hilton Des Moines Downtown prides itself on delivering impeccable service, modern facilities, and a welcoming ambiance, making it a favored destination for visitors of... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 5 years in food and beverage leadership roles
  • Hands-on experience managing multiple food and beverage outlets
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills
  • Proficient in budgeting and financial performance management
  • Familiarity with Hilton brand standards and hospitality best practices
  • Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, business administration, or related field preferred
  • Extensive experience in food and beverage management, preferably in a full-service hotel environment
  • Proven leadership skills with a hands-on management style
  • Strong financial acumen and budgeting skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
  • In-depth knowledge of food and beverage trends, health and safety regulations
  • Ability to lead diverse teams and foster a collaborative environment
  • Experience with menu development and cost control

Job Duties

  • Plan and direct functions of administration and food and beverage planning to meet operational needs
  • Describe, assign, and delegate responsibility for food and beverage sub-departments such as room service, restaurants, banquet, kitchens, and stewards
  • Monitor and develop operational schedules for restaurants and bars to ensure profitability
  • Collaborate with chefs and restaurant managers on menu design and merchandising to attract customers
  • Implement controls on food, beverage, and labor costs and monitor budgets to remain within limits
  • Assist managers to achieve profit goals and quality standards in food, service, and cleanliness
  • Review customer satisfaction and address complaints promptly
  • Develop operating tools like budgeting, forecasting, purchase specifications, recipes, and job descriptions
  • Ensure compliance with Hilton policies and local, state, and federal regulations related to food and beverage operations

Job Criteria

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)


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