Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Florida

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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Food & Beverage Director

  • Troon
  • Punta Gorda, FL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Punta Gorda, FL
  • 11 hours ago

Position Summary The Director of Food & Beverage is a Troon associate responsible for leadership and execution of all HOA food and beverage operations....

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Director of Dining Services Lead Dining Without the Late Nights!

  • Westminster Communities Of Florida
  • St Augustine, FL
  • 11 hours ago
  • St Augustine, FL
  • 11 hours ago

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for hospitality, innovation, and service excellence? We’re seeking a Director of Dining Services for our beautiful, gated community in World Golf Village to...

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Food and Beverage Manager / Chef

  • Posted June 3, 2026 Coury Hospitality - Corporate Office
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Ponte Vedra Beach, FL
  • 14 hours ago

Have a strong understanding of food cost, labor management, and inventory controls. Lead with a people-first mindset and know how to build strong, engaged teams....

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Director of Dining Services

  • Brookdale Senior Living
  • Altamonte Springs, FL
  • 19 hours ago
  • Altamonte Springs, FL
  • 19 hours 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....

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Director of Food & Beverage

  • Troon
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 19 hours ago
  • Fort Myers, FL
  • 19 hours ago

Timber Creek, located in Fort Myers, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for a Director of Food & Beverage!...

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Food & Beverage Supervisor

  • Hilton Grand Vacations
  • Orlando, FL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 23 hours ago

Join the team at The Fountains Resort as an Food and Beverage Supervisor and be a part of one of the most outstanding and family-inspired Orlando, FL timeshare resorts. Our team is committed to...

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Director of Food and Beverage - Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace

  • Hilton Worldwide
  • Orlando, FL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 23 hours ago

JobID: 208873 Category: Food and Beverage JobSchedule: Full time Posted Date: 2026-06-01T17:59:48+00:00 JobShift: Equal Opportunity Employer: EOE, including disability/vets Exceptional Hospitality...

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Food and Beverage Supervisor - Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace

  • Hilton Worldwide
  • Orlando, FL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 23 hours ago

JobID: 208101 Category: Food and Beverage JobSchedule: Full time Posted Date: 2026-06-01T04:00:00+00:00 JobShift: Salary: $24/USD/Hourly Exceptional Hospitality Starts with You Picture yourself...

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Director of Dining Services I

  • Compass Group
  • Panama City, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Panama City, FL
  • 1 day ago

Salary: $80,000 - $89,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Pay Grade: 14 TouchPoint, Support Services, provides customer focused support services. As specialists, we perform services including...

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Assistant Food and Beverage Operations Manager

  • Marriott International
  • Lake Buena Vista, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Lake Buena Vista, FL
  • 1 day ago

Sets a positive example for guest relations. Stays readily available/ approachable for all guests. Reviews comment cards and guest satisfaction results with employees....

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Assistant Director of Food and Beverage

  • Troon
  • Parkland, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Parkland, FL
  • 2 days ago

Parkland Golf and Country Club, located in Parkland, FL, is pleased to announce an excellent career opportunity for afull-time Assistant Director of Food and Beverage!...

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Assistant Food & Beverage Director

  • Troon
  • Bradenton, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL
  • 2 days ago

Assists the Director, Food and Beverage with budget development and cost analysis. Assists in the marketing of the restaurant and catering departments, both internal and external....

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Senior Food and Beverage Operations Manager

  • EDITION
  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 2 days ago

Sets a positive example for guest relations. Stays readily available/ approachable for all guests. Reviews comment cards and guest satisfaction result with employees....

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Director Food and Beverage

  • Hilton Garden Inn Cocoa Beach
  • Cocoa Beach, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Cocoa Beach, FL
  • 3 days ago

We are pleased to announce a wonderful opportunity for a Director of Food and Beverage. What will you be doing most days?...

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Food and Beverage Manager

  • The Venice Golf and Country Club
  • Venice, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Venice, FL
  • 3 days ago

Venice Golf and Country Club (VGCC) is the premier, private, member-owned residential country club located in beautiful Venice, Florida. Since our founding in 1991, VGCC has been dedicated to...

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Salary for Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Florida

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Highest Education Level

Director of Food and Beverages in Florida offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.4%
Associate's Degree
17.1%
High School or GED
14.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.3%
Master's Degree
10.1%
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 Florida
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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