Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Michigan

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 - Midland, MI Area

  • Midland, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Midland, MI
  • 3 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...

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 & Beverage Manager

  • Detroit, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 4 days ago

THE ROLE The Food and Beverage Manager reports directly to the Director of Food & Beverage....

Senior Key Account Manager, F&B, IND Global KAM IEM

  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Grand Rapids, MI
  • 5 days ago

Senior Key Account Manager, F&B, IND Global KAM IEM + + Start applying with LinkedIn + **Please wait...** Job Description **_Would you like to be a part of our Global Key Account Management team...

DIRECTOR DINING SERVICES - K12 St. Louis Schools / Ashley Community Schools, MI

  • Saint Louis, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MI
  • 6 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...

PATIENT FOOD SERVICES MANAGER II - Pontiac, MI

  • Pontiac, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Pontiac, MI
  • 6 days ago

Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more than 600 hospitals and healthcare systems. Morrison's hospital kitchens,...

Assistant Director Dining Services I

  • Muskegon, MI
  • 9 days ago
  • Muskegon, MI
  • 9 days ago

Chartwells K12 We are hiring immediately for an ASSISTANT DIRECTOR DINING SERVICES I position. Location: Muskegon Public Schools - 80 W Southern, Muskegon, MI 49441. Note: online applications...

Assistant Director, Dining Services

  • Houghton, MI
  • 12 days ago
  • Houghton, MI
  • 12 days ago

Location: Michigan Technological University We are hiring immediately for a ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES position. Address: 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 1416847. Note: online...

Food and Beverage Operations Manager

  • Dearborn, MI
  • 13 days ago
  • Dearborn, MI
  • 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; 2 years experience in the food and...

Assistant Director, Dining Services

  • Houghton, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Houghton, MI
  • 14 days ago

Location: Michigan Technological University We are hiring immediately for a ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, DINING SERVICES position. Address : 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 1416847. Note: online...

Beverage Manager, The Department at Hudsons Detroit

  • Detroit, MI
  • 18 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 18 days ago

and maintain relationships with beverage suppliers and distributors Negotiate contracts to ensure the availability of high-quality products Build strong relationships with local mixologists and wine sommeliers...

Beverage Manager

  • Manistee, MI
  • 20 days ago
  • Manistee, MI
  • 20 days ago

MINIMUM NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High School diploma or GED 2-year Hospitality/Business Mgt. or related degree, Introductory Sommelier Certificate (CMS I) preferred and 1 year restaurant...

Director of Food and Beverage

  • Brighton, MI
  • 22 days ago
  • Brighton, MI
  • 22 days ago

Job Summary: The Director of Food and Beverage is a strategic business leader who is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Club....

Director of Dining Services

  • Macomb, MI
  • 27 days ago
  • Macomb, MI
  • 27 days ago

Responsibilities/Qualifications A Dining Director is needed to work in our Senior Living Facility in Macomb, MI. The Dining Director is responsible for providing overall leadership and management...

DIRECTOR OF DINING SERVICES - K12 Fruitport Schools, Fruitport, MI

  • Fruitport, MI
  • 28 days ago
  • Fruitport, MI
  • 28 days ago

Salary: $63000-$70000 Other Forms of Compensation: Annual Bonus Incentive up to 10% Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by...

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Salary for Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Michigan

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Highest Education Level

Director of Food and Beverages in Michigan 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 Michigan
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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