Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Maine

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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Area Manager, Food and Beverage (North East)

  • Madawaska, ME
  • 5 days ago
  • Madawaska, ME
  • 5 days ago

Area Manager, Food and Beverage (North East) at Solenis, LLC in Madawaska, Maine, United States Job Description Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering...

Lead Global Key Account Manager - F&B

  • Augusta, ME
  • 8 days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 8 days ago

Lead Global Key Account Manager - F&B + Apply Now + Start applying with LinkedIn + **Please wait...** Job Description **_Would you like to be a part of our Global Key Account Management team for...

Manager, Food Services Department: Nutrition Services Location: Massena Hospital Hours Per Week: 40 Scheduled hours, plus additional on call as needed Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7 am to 3:30 pm...

Patient Food Services Manager

  • Bangor, ME
  • 18 days ago
  • Bangor, ME
  • 18 days ago

Salary: 65,000 - 72,000 / year based on experience Other Forms of Compensation: Flexible Paid Time Off, Benefits, 401K, Training Pay Grade: 14 Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and...

Dining Services Manager

  • Yarmouth, ME
  • 25 days ago
  • Yarmouth, ME
  • 25 days ago

Position Summary: North Yarmouth Academy (NYA) seeks an experienced and dynamic Dining Services Manager to lead and manage all aspects of the Academys food service program. This full-time position...

The Inn at Diamond Cove, a Colwen Hotels Property, is seeking an engaging, friendly, and detailed oriented Food & Beverage Supervisor to join our team. In this role you will be responsible for...

Assistant F&B Manager

  • Bangor, ME
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bangor, ME
  • 60+ days ago

WERE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. Were always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, youll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and...

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Salary for Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Maine

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitality research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Director of Food and Beverages in Maine 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 Maine
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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