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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Culinary Services Director

  • Snellville, GA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Snellville, GA
  • 7 hours ago

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

Director of Dining Services

  • Snellville, GA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Snellville, GA
  • 7 hours ago

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

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...

Food & Beverage Supervisor

  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 5 days ago

The Food and Beverage Supervisor at the Aloft Houston Downtown will be responsible for supervising food and beverage operations and delivering an excellent guest experience. This person will...

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Rosemont, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL
  • 5 days ago

management software, POS) Ability to spot and resolve problems efficiently Mastery in delegating multiple tasks Communication and leadership skills Up to date with food and beverages trends and best...

Product Manager Food and Beverage

  • Remote, OR
  • 6 days ago
  • Remote, OR
  • 6 days ago

At Jabil we strive to make ANYTHING POSSIBLE and EVERYTHING BETTER. We are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, manufacturing, and supply...

Remote Work

CDM-Qualified Dining Manager

  • Modesto, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Modesto, CA
  • 10 days ago

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

Lakewood country club

Food & Beverage Manager

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Food and Beverage Manager to oversee our beverage program and restaurant operations, ensuring an outstanding member experience....

Manager - Food Services

  • Clovis, NM
  • 45+ days ago
  • Clovis, NM
  • 45+ days ago

Overview Plains Regional Medical Center is looking for a Food Services Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will ensure our cafeteria runs smoothly and provides healthy meals for...

Restaurant Floor/ Beverage Manager- Eataly Downtown

  • New York, NY
  • moments ago
  • New York, NY
  • moments ago

Management or Hospitality preferredKnowledge of Italian cuisine and beverage highly preferredJob RequirementsAvailability to work onsite with a flexible schedule often including evenings, weekends...

Director of Food & Beverage

  • Normal, IL
  • moments ago
  • Normal, IL
  • moments ago

Director of Food & Beverage 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 1000 W Raab Rd, Normal, IL 61761 Director of Food & Beverage Normal CornBelters / Kernels Collegiate League Summary The Normal CornBelters (NCB), a...

Food Services Manager

  • Rushville, IL
  • moments ago
  • Rushville, IL
  • moments ago

FOOD SERVICES MANAGER We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences...

Food + Beverage Manager - Revival

  • Sacramento, CA
  • moments ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • moments ago

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants Food + Beverage Manager - Revival in Sacramento , California Why We're Here We believe heartfelt, human connections make people's lives better. Especially the people...

Food and Beverage Manager

  • Carroll, NH
  • moments ago
  • Carroll, NH
  • moments ago

Continuously check food quality and presentation coming from kitchen. Monitor guest satisfaction and comments regarding food....

WATER'S TABLE - ASSISTANT FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER - 4 DAY WORK WEEK Hyatt Regency Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle's Southport US - WA - Renton BARS/RESTAURANTS/OUTLETS Entry Level Manager...

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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
10.4%
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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