Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Kansas

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 Supervisor - Casino Bars

  • PrairieBand Casino & Resort
  • Mayetta, KS
  • 3 hours ago
  • Mayetta, KS
  • 3 hours ago

$750 Hiring Bonus for new Team Members plus $50 in gas gift cards during our onboarding process. Prairie Band Casino & Resort offers an attractive benefits package including medical (casino pays...

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Food and Beverage Supervisor - Restaurant, Bar and Coffee Shop

  • Hyatt Regency Wichita
  • Wichita, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 6 days ago

Position Objectives The primary responsibility of the Outlets Supervisor is to oversee the Outlets functions and ensure staff are properly taking care of guests and that optimum guest satisfaction...

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Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

  • Invited
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 10 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 10 days ago

Reporting Structure Reports to the Restaurant Manager, Director of Restaurants, Director of Food & Beverage or Assistant Director of Food & Beverage Day to Day Uphold Invited's service standards as...

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Dining Services Manager

  • The University of Kansas Health System
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 14 days ago

Dining Services ManagerDays - Full TimeStrawberry Hill Campus Position Summary / Career Interest: Responsible for managing the function and structure of food and nutrition services at assigned...

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DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES - K12 Lansing USD #469,

  • Compass Group
  • Lansing, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Lansing, KS
  • 14 days ago

Salary: $75,000-$80,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Annual Bonus Incentive up to 20%, Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, 401K, PTO Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the...

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DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES - K12 Food Services, Geary County USD 475, Junction City, KS, KS

  • Compass Group
  • Junction City, KS
  • 15 days ago
  • Junction City, KS
  • 15 days ago

Chartwells K12 Salary: $85,000-$88,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Annual Bonus Incentive up to 20%, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K, PTO Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students...

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DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES - K12 Food Services, Gea

  • Compass Group
  • Junction City, KS
  • 17 days ago
  • Junction City, KS
  • 17 days ago

Salary: $85,000-$88,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Annual Bonus Incentive up to 20%, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401K, PTO Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the...

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Food & Beverage Supervisor - Ember's Bar & Grille

  • PrairieBand Casino & Resort
  • Mayetta, KS
  • 18 days ago
  • Mayetta, KS
  • 18 days ago

$750 Hiring Bonus for new Team Members plus $50 in gas gift cards during our onboarding process. Prairie Band Casino & Resort offers an attractive benefits package including medical (casino pays...

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Director of Food and Beverage - INTRUST Bank Arena

  • ASM Global
  • Wichita, KS
  • 28 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 28 days ago

SUMMARY: Legends Global, the leader in privately managed public assembly facilities, has an immediate opening for a Director of Food and Beverage at INTRUST Bank Arena and Century II Performing Arts...

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Food and Beverage Manager - MMTH Clubhouse

  • Sports Facilities Company
  • Wichita, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 30+ days ago

FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER - MMTH Clubhouse Sports Facilities Management, LLC LOCATION: Wichita, KS DEPARTMENT: FOOD & BEVERAGE REPORTS TO: GENERAL MANAGER STATUS: FULL-TIME (EXEMPT) ABOUT THE...

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ASSISTANT F&B MANAGER - FoodHall $2,500 Hiring Bonus

  • Boyd Gaming
  • Mulvane, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mulvane, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Company Description Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we operate in the United States and is one of the premier casino entertainment companies in the...

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Associate Director of Dining Services

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 60+ days ago

Morrison Healthcare Salary: $70,000-80,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Relocation Assistance Schedule: Monday - Friday, during hours of operation. Weekends, as needed. Location: Overland Park, KS...

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Associate Director of Dining Services

  • Compass Group
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 60+ days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 60+ days ago

Salary: $70,000-80,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Relocation Assistance Schedule: Monday - Friday, during hours of operation. Weekends, as needed. Location: Overland Park, KS Morrison...

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DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES - FOOD SERVICE MANAGEMENT - Wichita, KS area

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Wichita, KS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 90+ days ago

Compass Corporate Salary: $80,000-$85,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Annual bonus incentive, Health Benefits, 401K, PTO A family of companies and experiences As the leading foodservice and...

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Director, Dining Services - Food Service Managemen

  • Compass Group
  • Wichita, KS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 90+ days ago

Salary: $80,000-$85,000 Other Forms of Compensation: Annual bonus incentive, Health Benefits, 401K, PTO A family of companies and experiences As the leading foodservice and support services...

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Salary for Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Kansas

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Highest Education Level

Director of Food and Beverages in Kansas 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 Kansas
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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