Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Cincinnati, OH

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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Dining Services Manager

  • Senior Lifestyle
  • Cincinnati, OH (5 miles from Cincinnati, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (5 miles from Cincinnati, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence,...

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Food & Beverage Manager

  • Wawa
  • Lawrenceburg, IN (23 miles from Cincinnati, OH)
  • 16 days ago
  • Lawrenceburg, IN (23 miles from Cincinnati, OH)
  • 16 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...

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Food & Beverage Supervisor Hotel Celare, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio

  • Shaner Group
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 17 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 17 days ago

We are seeking an experienced and energetic Food & Beverage Supervisor to oversee daily operations for our hotel's food and beverage outlets. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for...

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Assistant Director of Food Services

  • Trilogy Health Services, LLC
  • Cleves, OH (14 miles from Cincinnati, OH)
  • 20 days ago
  • Cleves, OH (14 miles from Cincinnati, OH)
  • 20 days ago

Assist the Food Service Director with scheduling, recruitment, and labor management as needed....

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Food & Beverage Manager

  • Wawa Inc. (210515330)
  • Montgomery, OH (13 miles from Cincinnati, OH)
  • 21 days ago
  • Montgomery, OH (13 miles from Cincinnati, OH)
  • 21 days ago

As our Food & Beverage Manager (FBM), you'll oversee all food and beverage operations, ensuring everything runs efficiently and consistently. You'll work alongside the General Manager and...

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Dining Services - Manager in Training

  • Healthcare Services Group
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 22 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 22 days ago

An associate's degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, course study including food service or restaurant management from an accredited institution of higher learning is preferred...

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Food and Beverage Manager - First Financial Center

  • Compass Group USA Inc
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary Job Summary The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for working alongside the Director of Food & Beverage to oversee our Operations team at the location - ensuring high standards of the...

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Food and Beverage Manager - First Financial Center

  • Compass Group
  • Cincinnati, OH (3 miles from Cincinnati, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH (3 miles from Cincinnati, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary Job Summary The Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for working alongside the Director of Food & Beverage to oversee our Operations team at the location ensuring high standards of the...

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Restaurant Bar Manager

  • O'Charley's
  • Florence, KY (14 miles from Cincinnati, OH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Florence, KY (14 miles from Cincinnati, OH)
  • 45+ 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...

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Food Beverage Supervisor

  • Troon
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 45+ days ago

We're hiring a Food & Beverage Supervisor for Avon Fields Golf Course! Compensation includes hourly wage of $13.00 and tips and gratuities from events. Flexible scheduling but does include...

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Salary for Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Cincinnati, OH

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Highest Education Level

Director of Food and Beverages in Cincinnati, OH offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.4%
Associate's Degree
17.1%
High School or GED
14.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.3%
Master's Degree
10.1%
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 Cincinnati, OH
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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