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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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...

Eagle Oaks Country Club

Director of Dining Services

Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club is a private Country Club located in Monmouth County NJ. It is one of the most premier country clubs in New Jersey offering a rich tradition of sports, fine dining,...

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
  • 14 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 14 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...

Dining Services - Manager in Training

  • Annville, KY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Annville, KY
  • 45+ days ago

An associates degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, course study including food service or restaurant management from an accredited institution of higher learning is preferred....

Culinary Services Director

  • Ottawa, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Ottawa, IL
  • 11 days ago

Associates degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, including food service or restaurant management coursework preferred....

Director of Dining Service

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 13 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 13 days ago

Qualifications Associates degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, including food service or restaurant management coursework preferred....

Director of Dining Services

  • Henderson, NV
  • 2 days ago
  • Henderson, NV
  • 2 days ago

Associates degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, including food service or restaurant management coursework preferred....

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Orange Park, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Orange Park, FL
  • 1 day ago

Soar with us at Wawa. We believe we can make life a little better every day one smile, hoagie, or experience at a time. And theres one secret ingredient that truly sets Wawa apart: Our Associates....

Director of Culinary Services

  • Chico, CA
  • moments ago
  • Chico, CA
  • moments ago

Provincial Senior Living, proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages lifestyle-focused senior living communities. Our company, which was built on our...

Director of Food and Beverage - The Westin Great Southern Columbus

  • Columbus, OH
  • 6 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 6 hours ago

Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Employee discounts Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Director of Food and Beverage Responsible for strategic oversight and operational management of all...

Assistant Food Service Director

  • Eloy, AZ
  • 8 hours ago
  • Eloy, AZ
  • 8 hours ago

Assistant Food Service Director ELOY, Arizona Food Services 38113 Job Description Wage Rate $50,000-$54,000/year Overview Are you looking for a career with premium benefitsand the potential for...

Food and Beverage Supervisor, Enzos Hideaway and Tunnel Bar

  • Lake Buena Vista, FL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Lake Buena Vista, FL
  • 8 hours ago

Food and Beverage Supervisor, Enzo's Hideaway and Tunnel Bar City, State: Lake Buena Vista, FL Req ID: 43741 Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 / hour Category: Food & Beverage Job type: Full-Time Subsidiary:...

Food & Beverage Director (Glacier NP)

  • Fallon, MT
  • 8 hours ago
  • Fallon, MT
  • 8 hours ago

Minimum twelve years of progressive Culinary Management, Restaurant, Catering, Banquet & Special Event experience in the hospitality industry; Management experience required; Hotel F&B experience desired...

Assistant In Room Dining Manager

  • HI
  • 8 hours ago
  • HI
  • 8 hours ago

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be...

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Highest Education Level

Director of Food and Beverages offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.2%
Associate's Degree
17.1%
High School or GED
14.5%
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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