F&B Director

Finn Restaurant is a distinguished dining establishment renowned for its exceptional culinary offerings and outstanding guest experiences. As a key player in the hospitality industry, Finn Restaurant prides itself on delivering high-quality food and impeccable service in an inviting and sophisticated atmosphere. The restaurant is committed to maintaining a dedicated team of professionals who bring passion and expertise to their roles, ensuring that every guest visit is memorable and satisfying. Finn Restaurant operates as part of the DoubleTree by Hilton brand, a globally recognized hospitality leader known for its commitment to quality, comfort, and exceptional service standards. This connection provides stability, comprehensive policies, and opportunities for growth within a reputable international hotel chain.

The Food and Beverage Director at Finn Restaurant holds a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of the food and beverage operations, including the restaurant, kitchen, banquet services, and other related departments. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $50,001 to $75,000, reflecting the level of responsibility and expertise required. The role is tailored for an individual with a strategic mindset, strong management skills, and a customer-centric approach to leading a multi-faceted team that consistently achieves operational excellence and financial profitability.

In this position, the Food and Beverage Director will lead the planning, administration, and continuous development of the food and beverage department to ensure seamless daily operations that meet both guest expectations and business objectives. They will be entrusted with directing sub-departments such as room service, restaurants, banquets, kitchens, and stewarding teams. Responsibilities include designing efficient workflows, delegating duties clearly, and motivating staff to uphold the highest standards of food quality, service, cleanliness, and safety. The Director will collaborate with chefs and restaurant managers to craft appealing menu designs that attract targeted customer segments and enhance the overall dining experience.

Financial management is a crucial aspect of this role, with the Director expected to implement effective cost control measures for food, beverages, and labor, maintaining budgets and achieving predetermined profit objectives. They will regularly monitor performance across all outlets, analyze customer satisfaction metrics, and adapt strategies to remain competitive and responsive to market changes. The Food and Beverage Director will develop essential operational tools including budgets, forecasts, purchase specifications, recipes, portion controls, and job descriptions to align with modern management practices.

Moreover, compliance with all DoubleTree by Hilton policies as well as local, state, and federal regulations is a key priority to ensure operational integrity and safety. The Director will also play an active role in recruiting, training, supervising, developing, and when necessary, disciplining members of the food and beverage management team. This responsibility highlights the importance of strong leadership and people management skills to foster a motivated, skilled, and cohesive team environment.

Successful candidates bring a minimum of three years of restaurant leadership experience, advanced knowledge of customer service, and exposure to budgeting and accounting. Excellent communication skills, a positive attitude, a commitment to high-level customer service, and flexibility to adapt to various work situations are essential traits. Candidates should demonstrate proficiency with computers and relevant software and maintain excellent grooming standards. The ability to work effectively under pressure and independently will equip the Director to manage the dynamic demands of the food and beverage operation.

Finn Restaurant offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salary and incentives, employee meal benefits and discounts, travel discounts through Hilton Hotels, health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off and holiday pay, and life insurance options. This role provides a unique opportunity to join a respected brand, lead a passionate team, and contribute significantly to making Finn Restaurant a top culinary destination and a great place to work.