Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in California

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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F&B Manager

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 24 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 24 days ago

Compensation Type: Yearly Highgate Hotels: Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the...

Dining Services - Manager in Training

  • West Sacramento, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • West Sacramento, CA
  • 3 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....

Director of Food & Beverage - Premium Airport Lounge

  • San Diego, CA
  • 20 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 20 days ago

has an exciting opportunity for a Director of Food & Beverage to join the elite team of professionals who operate the Sapphire Lounge by The Club, at San Diego International Airport (SAN)....

Director of Dining Services

  • Anaheim, CA
  • moments ago
  • Anaheim, CA
  • moments ago

Ensures the highest nutrition and food quality for the health and pleasure of the residents. Complies with all federal, state and local regulations to ensure sanitary and safe operations....

Food and Beverage Manager (Temporary) - Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills

  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Food and Beverage Manager (Temporary) Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills LocationBeverly Hills, California, United States CategoryHotel HOT0BL3X JOB DESCRIPTION As a...

Restaurant Food and Beverage Manager (Temporary) - Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 12 hours ago

The ideal candidate will be an exceptional leader with a background in upscale, high-volume restaurant operations....

Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 13 hours ago

About Us Do you see yourself as an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager? What's your passion? At IHG we're interested in YOU. We employ people who apply the same amount of care and passion to their...

Director of Food and Beverage

  • West Hollywood, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • West Hollywood, CA
  • 14 hours ago

OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Culinary Arts, Hotel and Restaurant Management, or related major; 4 years experience in the culinary, food and beverage, or related professional area...

F&B Manager - Soho House West Hollywood

  • West Hollywood, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • West Hollywood, CA
  • 15 hours ago

The Role At Soho House a Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for managing service, quality control and consistent F&B experience is executed under the direction of the General Manager. The F&B...

Beverage Manager

  • Highland, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Highland, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Under the direction of the Senior Manager, Food & Beverage (F&B), the Manager, Beverage is responsible for the overall operation and profitability of assigned venue(s) including: developing and...

Culinary Manager, F&B - FIFA World Cup 26

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day 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,...

Food & Beverage Supervisor (PT)

  • Culver City, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Culver City, CA
  • 1 day ago

The Culver Hotel is where classic charm meets contemporary elegance, where history is reimagined, and classic is cool. A 1924 National Landmark, our boutique hotel blends artful design with a...

Assistant Food & Beverage Manager - Piper

  • Oceanside, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Oceanside, CA
  • 1 day ago

Piper restaurant, located at The Seabird Resort in sunny Oceanside, CA. Guest enjoy fresh, handmade pastas and garden-to-table delicacies in a bright, convivial, California-coastal setting just...

Assistant Director Dining Services

  • Banning, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Banning, CA
  • 1 day ago

Pay Grade: 11 Salary: $70,000 - $75,000 Other Forms of Compensation: With people as our core and a deep commitment to exceptional hospitality, CCL Hospitality Group has a philosophy rooted in...

Director, Food and Beverage

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 2 days ago

Facility Representation As the Director of Food and Beverage, your role implies that you are the “face & personality” of the clubhouse....

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Salary for Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Director of Food and Beverages in California 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 in California
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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