Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Louisiana

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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Assistant Director of Food and Beverage

  • Central, LA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Central, LA
  • 10 hours ago

Assistant Director of Food and Beverage MARRIOTT WORLDWIDE Posted 2 days ago Assistant Director of Food and Beverage About the job JOB SUMMARY Assists in leading the property's food and beverage/culinary...

Director of Food and Beverage

  • Central, LA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Central, LA
  • 11 hours ago

Director of Food and Beverage Marriott International, Inc - 4.0 West Hollywood, CA Job Details Full-time $127,000 - $169,000 a year 17 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Paid parental leave Health...

Food + Beverage Manager

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago

management highly preferred -Strong knowledge of front and back of house operations -Excellent leadership and communication -Prior experience working with payroll, budgets, revenue and forecasting...

Senior Director Of Dining Services II - K12 Food Service - Baton Rouge, LA

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 2 days ago

Position Title: SENIOR DIRECTOR OF DINING SERVICES II - K12 FOOD SERVICE - BATON ROUGE, LA Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came...

Assistant to the Director of Food Services (9.5 Months)- Central Office

  • Covington, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Covington, LA
  • 4 days ago

Assistant to the Director of Food Services (9.5 Months)- Central Office The St. Tammany Parish School Board is now accepting applications for an Assistant to the Director of Food Services. This is...

Food and Beverage Manager

  • Raceland, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Raceland, LA
  • 7 days ago

. - Oversee restaurant operations and ensure they meetpany standards for food quality, service, cleanliness, andpliance....

Food and Beverage Supervisor

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 10 days ago

The iconic Waldorf Astoria property in New Orleans, The Roosevelt, is seeking a FT Food and Beverage Supervisor to join the team! Our luxury hotel offers an unparalleled combination of Southern...

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Bossier City, LA
  • 11 days ago
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 11 days ago

Full understanding and working knowledge of restaurant operations software utilized by the General Manager....

Senior Food and Beverage Operations Manager

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 13 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 13 days ago

OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 3 years experience in the food and...

Director, Food & Beverage

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 14 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 14 days ago

Job Description The Director of Food & Beverage must be creative, dynamic, enthusiastic, and passionate....

Assistant Food & Beverage Manager

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 22 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 22 days ago

City, State: New Orleans, Louisiana The purpose of the ASSISTANT FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER is to direct and organize the activities and services of a hotel food and beverage outlet (restaurant,...

Director of Food & Beverage

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 23 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 23 days ago

Both a step back in time and an experience of modern style and luxury, The Eliza Jane sits at the crossroads of New Orleans’ culture and industry. Mirroring the unique diversity and divergent...

Assistant Food and Beverage Operations Manager

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 23 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 23 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...

Director of Food and Beverage

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 23 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 23 days ago

Core Responsibilities: Ensure guests receive the highest level of food quality and service....

Beverage Director

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 29 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 29 days ago

Level II Sommelier qualification strongly preferred. Extensive experience in local sales trends and Italian background....

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Louisiana

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Highest Education Level

Director of Food and Beverages in Louisiana 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 Louisiana
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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