Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Mississippi

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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Culinary Services Director

  • Winstonville, MS
  • 21 hours ago
  • Winstonville, MS
  • 21 hours ago

Qualifications Associates degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, including food service or restaurant management coursework preferred....

Food & Beverage Supervisor - Full Time - Harrah's Gulf Coast

  • Biloxi, MS
  • 19 hours ago
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 19 hours ago

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Ensures consistent, high quality service standards are maintained in areas of responsibility. Implements training programs that ensure high quality service. Provides...

Director of Dining Services - Diamondhead, MS

  • Bay Saint Louis, MS
  • 5 days ago
  • Bay Saint Louis, MS
  • 5 days ago

Morrison Healthcare Salary: $56,000.00 - 66,000.00 Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more than 600 hospitals and...

Manager, F&B Food Outlet

  • Greenville, MS
  • 10 days ago
  • Greenville, MS
  • 10 days ago

Apply now " Title: Manager, F&B Food Outlet Requisition ID#: 1091 Location: Greenville, MS, US, 38701 Property: Harlow's Casino Resort & Spa Pay Range: At Harlow's Casino Resort and Spa, the...

Director of Dining Services

  • Meridian, MS
  • 11 days ago
  • Meridian, MS
  • 11 days ago

Associates degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, including food service or restaurant management coursework preferred....

Patient Food Services Manager - Biloxi, MS

  • Ocean Springs, MS
  • 14 days ago
  • Ocean Springs, MS
  • 14 days ago

Morrison Healthcare Salary: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more than 600 hospitals and...

Patient Food Services Manager - Biloxi, MS

  • Biloxi, MS
  • 14 days ago
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 14 days ago

Salary: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more than 600 hospitals and healthcare systems....

Assistant Food and Beverage Shift Manager

  • Bay St Louis, MS
  • 14 days ago
  • Bay St Louis, MS
  • 14 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...

Director of Dining Services - Gulfport, MS

  • Southaven, MS
  • 18 days ago
  • Southaven, MS
  • 18 days ago

Morrison Healthcare Salary: 60,000.00 - 70,000.00 Morrison Healthcare is a leading national food and nutrition services company exclusively dedicated to serving more than 600 hospitals and...

Director of Food & Beverage

  • Oxford, MS
  • 25 days ago
  • Oxford, MS
  • 25 days ago

Collegiate Hotel Group is seeking a Director of Food & Beverage to join Graduate Oxford and its brilliant team of hospitality enthusiasts....

Project Executive - Food and Beverage

  • Biloxi, MS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Biloxi, MS
  • 45+ days ago

Job Title: Project Executive - Food and Beverage This is an operational leadership position, balancing business development with direct operational oversight of key projects and teams within the...

Restaurant Bar Manager

  • Tupelo, MS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Tupelo, MS
  • 90+ 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...

Demographic Data for Mississippi

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Salary for Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Mississippi

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

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Highest Education Level

Director of Food and Beverages in Mississippi 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 Mississippi
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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