Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in District of Columbia

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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Senior Food & Beverage Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Organizational Structure The Food and Beverage Manager - Ops will report to the Director/Assistant Director of Food and Beverage....

Director of Dining Services

  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Position Title: Director of Dining Services Pay G14 Reports To: Regional Director Salary: $85,000 - $95,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Bonus Plan Become part of Restaurant Associates, the...

Beverage Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Experience managing a cocktail and spirits program At least 3 years of experience as a restaurant operations manager/ beverage manager At least 3 years overseeing a wine program (responsibilities should...

Beverage Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Operations Adaptability Recruiting and hiring Fine Dining Experience Profitability Analysis Performance Management Bar Operations Loss prevention Hospitality Industry Knowledge Read more Gallery...

Beverage Manager - Le Diplomate

  • Washington, DC
  • 8 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 8 days ago

Le Diplomate, affiliated with STARR Restaurants, pays sincere homage to French cafe culture, providing a comfortable, versatile gathering place that's become an anchor for Washington, D.C.'s...

Food and Beverage Operations Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 8 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 8 days ago

OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 2 years experience in the food and...

Assistant Food and Beverage Operations Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 16 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 16 days ago

OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 1 year experience in the food and...

The Springs Resort Food & Beverage Director

  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago

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Assistant Director, Dining Services

  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 17 days ago

Location: American University We are hiring immediately for a ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES position. Address : 4400 Massachusetts Ave NW Mary, Washington, DC 20016. Note: online...

Director of Food and Beverage - DC

  • Washington, DC
  • 22 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 22 days ago

Director of Food and Beverage Position Overview: The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for bringing to life, creating, and evolving the Food & Beverage Concept for both Deck 11 and Komyuniti...

Beverage Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 23 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 23 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Le Diplomate, affiliated with STARR Restaurants, pays sincere homage to French cafe culture, providing a comfortable, versatile gathering place...

Director of Food & Beverage

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

The Director of Food & Beverage is also the direct report for the Food & Beverage Management Team....

Food and Beverage Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANAGER WASHINGTON, DC The Food and Beverage Manager is responsible for coordinating, supervising and directing all property food and beverage operations while maintaining a...

Food & Beverage Supervisor

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

Viceroy Hotels Viceroy Hotels & Resorts inspires travelers with one-of-a-kind authentic lifestyle experiences that bring together provocative design and intuitive service in sought-after...

Food & Beverage Supervisor

  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 30+ days ago

Live Your Passion. Add Your Magic. At Montage International, we are doing something different, something exciting and it takes passionate people to bring our vision to life. We have built a...

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Salary for Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in District of Columbia

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Highest Education Level

Director of Food and Beverages in District of Columbia 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 in District of Columbia
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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