Food & Beverage Director, Hotel

SUMMARY 

Our client is seeking a strategic, high-energy Food & Beverage Manager to spearhead the culinary and beverage operations for a prominent, full-service hotel property. This is a property-level leadership role responsible for the seamless execution of restaurant, bar, and expansive banquet services. The ideal candidate will blend operational excellence with a sophisticated financial acumen to drive revenue and guest loyalty.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee all culinary outlets, including restaurant, lounge, in-room dining, and high-volume banquet/catering operations.
• Drive financial performance through meticulous budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management. Partner with the executive team to optimize margins and approve essential expenditures.
• Maintain and exceed brand standards and service protocols to ensure top-tier guest satisfaction scores (GSS).
• Collaborate with the culinary team to develop innovative menus that reflect current trends while maintaining cost discipline.
• Manage the "back-office" of hospitality, including inventory tracking, purchase orders, vendor relations, and invoice reconciliation.
• Serve in other property leadership capacities as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven experience managing multiple, varied types of F&B functions simultaneously.
• Previous experience in a full-service or high-end hotel environment.
• Background in labor management and cost-of-goods-sold (COGS) optimization.
• Degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or Business (preferred).
• Ability to interpret Banquet Event Orders (BEOs), timelines, and intricate logistical requirements for large-scale events.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills for engaging with a diverse workforce, corporate stakeholders, and high-profile clients.
• Experience with inventory management software and major ERP/POS systems. 

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