JOB TITLE: Vice President, Food & Beverage DEPARTMENT: Food & Beverage AdminJOB SUMMARY: Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Food & Beverage the Vice President Food & Beverage plays a pivotal role in coordinating the strategic direction and operations of the food and beverage team. This role leads all aspects of the fine dining outlets, including restaurants, kitchens, luxury F&B operations, and activations.
This role is responsible for formulating and implementing initiatives to drive revenue growth, improve customer experience, and ensure operational excellence, including Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star standards. This role champions the culture, mission, values, and quality standards of Hard Rock to ensure maximum potential is achieved.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:- Implements and leads the strategic direction for the fine dining and luxury F&B venues
- Develops performance expectations for senior management to drive revenue growth and improve customer experience.
- Recruit to build a team of fine dining leaders and exemplify the best-in-class hospitality and luxury service
- Coordinates and prioritizes resources effectively, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control measures.
- Communicates with leaders regarding issues, risks, and liability concerns pertaining to food and beverage.
- Ensure all fine dining venues consistently deliver exceptional guest experiences through adherence to established luxury service standards.
- Leads and guides a team of managers and staff, encouraging a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Leverage Michelin Guide and World's 50 Best trends to develop market-leading culinary experiences.
- Analyzes market trends, customer preferences, and the competitive landscape to find opportunities and drive innovation.
- Champions and ensures adherence to quality standards, health and safety regulations, and brand guidelines.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams, including marketing, operations, and finance, to drive coordinated strategies and initiatives.
- Establish training programs to achieve Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star status in designated fine dining venues.
- Certifies compliance with industry regulations, documentation, and reporting requirements.
- Manages relationships with vendors and assists in negotiating agreements, including 3rd Party F&B partners
- Oversee budget development and performance reviews, implementing strategic business plans that drive operational excellence, sustainable growth, and financial accountability.
- Lead venue performance reviews and implement corrective action plans to achieve established financial and guest experience objectives.
- Perform special projects as assigned by corporate and property leadership
- Perform other related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:- Bachelor's Degree in hospitality management or equivalent experience required.
- Seven (7) years+ of progressive leadership experience overseeing multiple fine dining venues in a luxury integrated resort or hospitality setting.
- Extensive experience in hospitality and food and beverage management.
- Strong understanding of Michelin Guide and Forbes Travel Guide standards and evaluation criteria.
- Previous gaming experience or experience in a multi-outlet environment.
- Experience in a senior leadership role.
- Experience with the development and implementation of wine education/wine appreciation programs.
- Previous casino property opening experience.
WORK ENVIRONMENT- Physical demands include standing, walking, and noise exposure for extended periods
- Position requires occasional lifting and moving of items weighing up to 50 pounds
- May be exposed to casino-related environmental factors including secondhand smoke.
- Must be able to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
