Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Tennessee

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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Food & Beverage Manager- Soho House Nashville

  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 3 days ago

The Role At Soho House a Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for managing service, quality control and consistent F&B experience is executed under the direction of the General Manager. The F&B...

Director of Dining Services II - Brentwood Academy

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 4 days ago

FISD Salary: $75,000 to $85,000/yr. Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300 communities for over four decades....

Director of Dining Services II - Brentwood Academy

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 5 days ago

Salary: $75,000 to $85,000/yr. Flik Independent School Dining has been leading the way in transforming private and independent school foodservice across 300 communities for over four decades. Our...

Food and Beverage Manager

  • Gatlinburg, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Gatlinburg, TN
  • 6 days ago

Food and Beverage Manager Full-Time Variable Hotel Indigo Gatlinburg, TN A property of: Gibson Hotel Management, Inc. Posted about 11 hours ago SHARE THIS JOB Exciting Career Opportunity at...

Director of Dining Services - Gulfport, MS

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 7 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...

Culinary Services Director

  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago

Associate's degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, including food service or restaurant management coursework preferred....

Director Of Dining Services

  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago

Associate's degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, including food service or restaurant management coursework preferred....

Director of Food & Beverage

  • Nashville, TN
  • 14 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 14 days ago

The Director of Food & Beverage offers an extraordinary opportunity to lead the pre-opening vision and execution of the Food & Beverage operation for Dolly Parton's SongTeller Hotel featuring 245 rooms...

Food Services Manager I_Residential Services

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 15 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 15 days ago

www.salvationarmycareers.org- please complete online application. Our organization is dedicated to providing support and resources to families and individuals as they transition to full-time...

Food and Beverage Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 16 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 16 days ago

Maintains a positive cost management index for kitchen and restaurant operations. Utilizes budgets to understand financial objectives....

Drives End User Sales Liaison Manager - Food & Beverage

  • Memphis, TN
  • 17 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 17 days ago

Drives End User Sales Liaison Manager - Food & Beverage Danfoss USA United States, Tennessee, Memphis Jun 16, 2025 Drives End User Sales Liaison Manager - Food & Beverage Requisition ID: 42722 Job...

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Assistant Food and Beverage Operations Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 18 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 18 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...

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 18 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 18 days ago

Who this job will appeal to An experienced, food and beverage leader who is able to lead and inspire their team to achieve desired results in all areas; guest service excellence, associate...

Plant Manager - Food and Beverage Manufacturing

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 19 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 19 days ago

We have a passion for flavor! Reily Foods Company provides iconic foods and beverages that have created meals and memories for over 120 years! Found in retail outlets across the country, our...

Restaurant Bar Manager

  • Gallatin, TN
  • 24 days ago
  • Gallatin, TN
  • 24 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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Salary for Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Tennessee

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Highest Education Level

Director of Food and Beverages in Tennessee 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 Tennessee
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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