Director of Food and Beverage Jobs

A Director of Food and Beverage in the hospitality industry is responsible for overseeing all food and beverage operations within a hotel, restaurant, or similar establishment. This includes planning menus, ensuring quality of products, maintaining inventory, meeting health and safety regulations, and coordinating with other departments to provide an excellent customer experience. They are also tasked with managing budgets, increasing profitability, and setting strategic goals for the department. They often work closely with the executive chef, restaurant manager, and other key personnel to ensure all food and beverage offerings align with the brand's standards and guest expectations.

This position requires a strong background in the foodservice industry, with a keen understanding of food and beverage trends and regulations. Ideally, a Director of Food and Beverage should have a degree in hospitality management, business administration or a related field. They should have excellent leadership, communication, and customer service skills, as well as a proven track record in managing a team and improving operational efficiency. Certifications such as Certified Food and Beverage Executive (CFBE) or ServSafe can be beneficial for this role. Prior to becoming a Director of Food and Beverage, a person might serve in roles such as Restaurant Manager, Food and Beverage Manager, or Assistant Director of Food and Beverage.

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Compass Group

Director of Dining Services

Job Summary: The Director of Dining Services is an exciting opportunity for an energetic, entrepreneurial manager who is constantly seeking a better way to conduct business. This key leadership...

Executive Chef

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 8 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 8 days ago

Job Responsibilities: Menu Planning and Development Food Cost Management Kitchen Management Ensuring Food Quality and Safety Overseeing Banquet Catering Events Food Preparation and Cooking Labor and...

Join our team at Laurel Ridge Camp, Conference, and Retreat Center as a Food Services Manager and Head cook! We’re looking for enthusiastic and skilled individuals who can delight our guests with...

Culinary Manager, F&B - FIFA World Cup 26

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Who We Are: On Location is a global leader in premium experiential hospitality, offering ticketing, curated guest experiences, live event production and travel management across sports,...

Manager, Food and Beverage

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 hour ago

With a rich background in hospitality and a minimum of 1 year of experience in food and beverage management, you feel comfortable with all restaurant operations including recruitment, training, scheduling...

Food & Beverage Manager - Chateau Ste Michelle Amphitheater

  • Woodinville, WA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Woodinville, WA
  • 1 hour ago

Job Summary: WHO ARE WE? Live Nation Entertainment is the worlds leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media &...

Food & Beverage Supervisor (Front of House)

  • Dumfries, VA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Dumfries, VA
  • 1 hour ago

operations preferred....

Food + Beverage Manager

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 hour ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 hour ago

management highly preferred -Strong knowledge of front and back of house operations -Excellent leadership and communication -Prior experience working with payroll, budgets, revenue and forecasting...

Director of Culinary Services

  • Lawton, OK
  • 4 hours ago
  • Lawton, OK
  • 4 hours ago

About Morada Senior Living: Morada Senior Living, proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages care- and lifestyle-focused senior living communities in Texas,...

Store Manager F&B

  • Central Valley, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • Central Valley, NY
  • 4 hours ago

Coach is a global fashion house founded in New York in 1941. Inspired by the vision of Creative Director Stuart Vevers and the inclusive and courageous spirit of our hometown, we make beautiful...

Food And Beverage Supervisor - United Center

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 hours ago

Position Title: Food and Beverage Supervisor at the United Center Pay Range : $28.00 to $28.00 We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search...

Director Of Dining Services II - K12 Food Service - Newport, AR

  • Newport, AR
  • 4 hours ago
  • Newport, AR
  • 4 hours ago

Position Title: DIRECTOR OF DINING SERVICES II - K12 FOOD SERVICE - NEWPORT, AR Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by...

Sr Director Dining Services

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 4 hours ago

Pay Grade: 15 Salary: $85,000 - $92,000 Other Forms of Compensation: relocation assistance available + bonus eligible With people as our core and a deep commitment to exceptional hospitality, CCL...

Director Of Dining Services I - K12 Food Service - Wellesley, MA

  • Wellesley, MA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Wellesley, MA
  • 4 hours ago

Position Title: DIRECTOR OF DINING SERVICES I - K12 FOOD SERVICE - WELLESLEY, MA Salary: $90,000 - $95,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Up to 10% bonus potential Chartwells K12's goal is to make...

Patient Food Services Manager - Meridian, MS

  • Meridian, MS
  • 4 hours ago
  • Meridian, MS
  • 4 hours ago

Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more than 600 hospitals and healthcare systems. Morrison's hospital kitchens,...

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Salary for Director of Food and Beverage Jobs Nationwide

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Highest Education Level

Director of Food and Beverages offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.1%
Associate's Degree
17.1%
High School or GED
14.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.3%
Master's Degree
10.0%
Some College
3.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Director of Food and Beverages
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%



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