Regional Vice President of Food & Beverage

Schulte

$120K — $150K *
Food & Beverages
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field; Master's preferred.
  • At least 10 years of leadership experience in multi-unit food and beverage operations.
  • Strong background in beverage strategy, innovation, and execution.
  • Proven track record in financial accountability and brand alignment within hospitality or restaurant environments.
  • Deep beverage expertise with a focus on mixology and training development.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership for F&B departments aligned with brand goals.
  • Guide new concept development and coordinate transitions and renovations.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership to shape food and beverage identity.
  • Develop and execute annual business plans and budget targets.
  • Lead beverage program creation across various properties and events.
  • Utilize data to enhance guest experience and service quality.
  • Negotiate vendor contracts and oversee compliance with regulations.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) according to company policy.
  • Potential for tipped compensation.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Collaborative work culture with executive exposure.
  • Engagement in innovative beverage program development.
Full Job Description
Regional Vice President of Food & Beverage to join our team!

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership & Execution
  • Provide strategic leadership for all F&B departments across assigned regions, ensuring brand consistency and operational excellence.
  • Guide operational components of new concept development, openings, transitions, and renovations across the portfolio.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with executive leadership, marketing, operations, and culinary to align business and brand goals.
  • Shape and evolve the food & beverage identity across properties in alignment with brand strategy and guest segmentation.
  • Act as a strategic advisor to the C-Suite on F&B trends, positioning, and new revenue opportunities.

Operational & Financial Oversight
  • Develop and execute annual business plans, budgets, and P&L targets for food and beverage operations.
  • Drive top-line revenue and manage KPIs including cost of goods, labor, revenue per cover, and promotional ROI.
  • Monitor financial and guest satisfaction performance to adjust strategies as needed.
  • Ensure full compliance with health, safety, sanitation, labor, and regulatory standards.

Beverage Strategy & Innovation
  • Lead the creation and execution of beverage programs for bars, lounges, restaurants, and events across the portfolio.
  • Develop seasonal and brand-aligned cocktail menus, wine and spirits selections, and mixology standards.
  • Analyze guest preferences and beverage trends to drive innovation and enhance the guest experience.
  • Translate guest insights, sales analytics, and industry research into actionable strategy across menus, pricing, and promotions.
  • Develop a multi-year innovation roadmap for beverage and dining concepts to ensure continuous market relevance.
  • Standardize beverage operations with consistent SOPs, recipes, training, and product specifications.
  • Negotiate and manage supplier partnerships, beverage contracts, and pricing agreements.

Vendor Partnerships & Procurement
  • Lead vendor relations and negotiate national and regional agreements for both food and beverage procurement.
  • Implement cost control strategies and maximize promotional and sponsorship opportunities.
  • Oversee beverage-related compliance with alcohol laws.

Guest Experience & Continuous Improvement
  • Use guest feedback tools, POS data, and sales analytics to improve offerings and guest satisfaction.
  • Champion brand values and hospitality culture while driving consistent, elevated service experiences.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in multi-unit food and beverage operations, with strong emphasis on beverage strategy and execution.
  • Proven track record of financial accountability, innovation, and brand alignment within hospitality or restaurant groups.
  • This role is ideal for an executive with deep beverage expertise, who can lead mixology innovation, build brand-differentiating programs, and create scalable training platforms that elevate bar performance across a multi-unit environment.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Deep knowledge of food and beverage operations, including high-volume service, cost controls, and vendor negotiation.
  • Expertise in beverage program development, mixology, wine and spirits, and training implementation.
  • Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and the ability to translate insights into action.
  • Excellent leadership and team-building skills; capable of inspiring and developing large, diverse teams.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with comfort engaging executive stakeholders and property-level teams.
  • Proficiency with POS systems, financial reporting tools, and industry-standard software platforms.
  • Deep understanding of regulatory compliance, health and safety standards, and labor practices.

*The hiring process may consist of a phone interview, manager(s) interview, drug screen, background check, reference checks, and potential employment assessment. This job description is only intended to provide a general description of the benefits and compensation applicable to this position. Paid Time Off (PTO) is available for eligible associates in accordance with the Company's Paid Time Off policy. This position is tipped eligible. Specific compensation and benefit details will be discussed during the interview process.

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