Director of Food and Beverage

Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Director of Food and Beverage to lead our culinary and hospitality operations with enthusiasm and expertise. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of food production, service, and management across multiple outlets, ensuring exceptional quality, safety, and customer satisfaction. Your leadership will inspire teams to deliver memorable dining experiences while maintaining operational excellence. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the culinary direction of our organization, foster innovation, and elevate our food service standards to new heights. Responsibilities • Develop and implement strategic plans for all food and beverage operations, aligning with organizational goals and member and guest expectations. • Lead, motivate, and supervise culinary teams, including kitchen staff, servers, bartenders, and catering personnel to ensure high performance and teamwork. • Oversee food preparation, cooking processes, and food handling procedures to guarantee adherence to safety standards and quality control. • Manage daily shift operations across multiple outlets, including restaurants, bars and catering events. • Ensure compliance with alcohol service and food safety regulations, sanitation standards, and dietary requirements while fostering a culture of cleanliness and safety. • Collaborate with management teams to optimize menu offerings, pricing strategies, inventory control, and cost management. • Drive customer service excellence by monitoring guest feedback, resolving issues promptly, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. • Sell, manage and coordinate catering services and banquet functions to deliver seamless event execution that exceeds client expectations. • Maintain detailed records of operational activities, staff schedules, training sessions, and safety inspections to support efficient management. Skills • Extensive experience in food production, cooking techniques, and culinary arts within a hospitality or restaurant setting. • Proven management skills with a track record of supervising diverse teams in fast-paced environments. • Strong knowledge of food service management principles including kitchen management, shift supervision, and restaurant operations. • Excellent customer service skills with the ability to handle guest inquiries professionally and courteously. • Expertise in alcohol service and food handling safety protocols and compliance with health regulations. • Experience in catering operations, banquet service, or dietary department management is highly desirable. • Leadership qualities that inspire teamwork while fostering a positive work environment; ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. • Familiarity with the food industry trends such as culinary innovation or specialty dietary accommodations like gluten-free or vegan options. • Ability to train staff on food safety practices such as proper hygiene procedures and allergen awareness. • Strong organizational skills for managing schedules, inventories, budgets, and operational reports related to food service activities. Join us as our Director of Food and Beverage — where your passion for culinary and food service excellence meets your talent for leadership! Be part of a vibrant team dedicated to delivering extraordinary dining experiences that delight guests every day! Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year Benefits: • Employee discount • Food provided • Health insurance • Paid time off Work Location: In person