Director Food & Beverage

HRI Development LLC

• $90K — $110K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business, or related field preferred.
  • Formal culinary, beverage, or hospitality certifications a plus.
  • Minimum 5 years of progressive food and beverage leadership experience.
  • Prior experience managing multiple outlets, banquets, and bars required.
  • Strong background in financial management, budgeting, and cost control.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all food and beverage outlets, including restaurants, lounges, bars, and banquets.
  • Direct and support F&B management team to achieve financial and operational goals.
  • Maintain high service standards and ensure consistent, exceptional guest experiences.
  • Develop menus, beverage programs, promotions, and special events with culinary and beverage teams.
  • Manage departmental budgeting, forecasting, labor control, and cost of goods.
  • Train, mentor, and coach staff; support recruiting, onboarding, and performance management.
  • Conduct regular inspections of outlets to ensure cleanliness, quality, and compliance with brand and company standards.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead a diverse team across multiple outlets.
  • Engagement in menu and beverage program development.
  • Focus on guest experience and service excellence.
  • Involvement in financial management and operational strategy.
  • Collaboration with various departments to enhance event operations.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Director of Food & Beverage

Department: Food & Beverage

Supervision Exercised: Restaurant Managers, Bar Managers, Banquet Managers, F&B Supervisors, Service Staff

Supervision Received: General Manager

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Business, or related field preferred.
  • Formal culinary, beverage, or hospitality certifications a plus.

Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of progressive food and beverage leadership experience.
  • Prior experience managing multiple outlets, banquets, and bars required.
  • Strong background in financial management, budgeting, and cost control.

Skills & Knowledge

  • Strong leadership, communication, and team development abilities.
  • Thorough knowledge of restaurant, bar, and banquet operations.
  • Understanding of cost controls, labor management, and inventory systems.
  • Ability to analyze P&L reports, financial data, and key performance metrics.
  • Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and alcohol compliance regulations.
  • Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
  • Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, POS systems, and F&B management software.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • Oversee all food and beverage outlets, including restaurants, lounges, bars, and banquets.
  • Direct and support F&B management team to achieve financial and operational goals.
  • Maintain high service standards and ensure consistent, exceptional guest experiences.
  • Develop menus, beverage programs, promotions, and special events with culinary and beverage teams.
  • Manage departmental budgeting, forecasting, labor control, and cost of goods.
  • Train, mentor, and coach staff; support recruiting, onboarding, and performance management.
  • Conduct regular inspections of outlets to ensure cleanliness, quality, and compliance with brand and company standards.
  • Monitor guest satisfaction scores and implement improvements as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with state and local alcohol service regulations and food safety guidelines.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Banquets, and Front Office to support group and event operations.
  • Maintain vendor relationships and oversee purchasing and inventory systems.
  • Prepare departmental reports, attend management meetings, and contribute to property leadership initiatives.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

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