Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Kentucky

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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DIRECTOR DINING SERVICES - K12 Eminence Independent School, KY

  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 4 days ago

Chartwells K12 Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by serving food kids love to eat and creating custom dining programs....

DIRECTOR DINING SERVICES - K12 Eminence Independent School, KY

  • Eminence, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Eminence, KY
  • 4 days ago

Chartwells K12 Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by serving food kids love to eat and creating custom dining programs....

Restaurant Bar Manager

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 5 days ago

In this Ocharley Restaurant Management (RM) role, you will manage restaurant front of house / service teams along with assistant manager roles and duties working as a member of the restaurant management...

DIRECTOR DINING SERVICES - K12 Eminence Independen

  • Eminence, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Eminence, KY
  • 5 days ago

Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by serving food kids love to eat and creating custom dining programs. With more than...

Food Services Manager

  • Florence, KY
  • 6 days ago
  • Florence, KY
  • 6 days ago

Brighton Center, Inc. is a private non-profit community-based organization with the mission to create opportunities for individuals and families to reach self-sufficiency through family support...

Food & Beverage Supervisor Part-Time Owensboro Convention Center

  • Owensboro, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Owensboro, KY
  • 7 days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Dining Services Manager

  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 days ago

. + Works with marketing and culinary department to increase sales by innovations and food quality. + Communicates with the culinary department to ensure the food programs reflect the vision of the...

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 7 days ago

As our Food & Beverage Manager (FBM), youll oversee all food and beverage operations, ensuring everything runs efficiently and consis tently. Youll work alongside the General Manager and Assistant...

Multi-Unit F&B Manager I

  • Hebron, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Hebron, KY
  • 8 days ago

With a career at HMSHost, you really benefit! We Offer Health, dental and vision insurance Generous paid time off (vacation, flex or sick) Holiday pay Meal and Transportation Benefits *401(k)...

Dining Services Manager

  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 8 days ago

Works with marketing and culinary department to increase sales by innovations and food quality....

Food and Beverage Director

  • Ashland, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Ashland, KY
  • 11 days ago

Restaurant operations, FOH, BOH, culinary, production, Bar operations....

Food and Beverage Manager

  • Fisherville, KY
  • 12 days ago
  • Fisherville, KY
  • 12 days ago

Experience partnering with Restaurant Managers elevating restaurant operations and guest experience. Experience managing cash and receipts. Experience with event activations....

Beverage Manager

  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 days ago

Beverage Manager Hotel Bourre Bonne Curio Collection 133 W Market St Louisville, KY 40202 Hotel with 168 Rooms Managed By Driftwood Hospitality Management Employer Paid Parking, Employee shift...

Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

  • Louisville, KY
  • 14 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 14 days ago

of Food and Beverage to join our team!...

Director of Food & Beverage

  • Lexington, KY
  • 15 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 15 days ago

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Salary for Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Kentucky

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Highest Education Level

Director of Food and Beverages in Kentucky 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 Kentucky
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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