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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Culinary Services Director

  • Cleveland, TN
  • 2 hours ago
  • Cleveland, TN
  • 2 hours ago

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

Manager, Food and Beverage

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

With a rich background in hospitality and a minimum of 1 year of experience in food and beverage management, you feel comfortable with all restaurant operations including recruitment, training, scheduling...

Food Services Manager

  • Sparta, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Sparta, TN
  • 6 days ago

NHC Sparta is a 5 Star Center Position: Food and Nutrition Services Manager NHC HealthCare Sparta is looking for a Manager for our Food and Nutrition Services department. The FNS Manager is...

F&B Manager / Executive Chef

  • Sevierville, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Sevierville, TN
  • 6 days ago

The business of food is your life. The business of people is your passion. And when you blend the two, magic happens. At Chartwell Hospitality, we're looking for a dynamic leader whose talents...

Account Manager - Food & Beverage

  • Memphis, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 9 days ago

Are you a food, beverage, or dairy manufacturing/plant sanitation expert with the ability to drive results for a global Fortune 500 Company? Join Ecolabs industry leading Food & Beverage team as...

Food & Beverage Manager OEM/HM

  • Memphis, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 11 days ago

Reports directly to the Director of Food & Beverage....

Director of Food & Beverage

  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 13 days ago

Job Summary The Director of Food & Beverage provides the vision, leadership and strategy to inspire your associates to deliver exceptional service and drive financial success....

Food & Beverage Manager

  • Franklin, TN
  • 16 days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 16 days ago

Hotel: Franklin Embassy Suites 820 Crescent Centre Drive Franklin, TN 37067 Food & Beverage Manager Full time Atrium SPIRIT where teamwork, passion and appreciation ignite service excellence Are...

Assistant Food and Beverage Manager, Nashville Airport

  • Nashville, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 21 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details The opportunity Delaware North Travel is searching for an Assistant Food and Beverage Manager to join our team at Nashville Airport in Nashville,...

Director of Food and Beverage

  • Gatlinburg, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Gatlinburg, TN
  • 21 days ago

Director of Food and Beverage Full-Time Variable Cambria Suites Gatlinburg Gatlinburg, TN A property of: Gibson Hotel Management, Inc....

Assistant Food and Beverage Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 21 days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Travel is searching for an Assistant Food and Beverage Manager to join our team at Nashville Airport in Nashville, Tennessee. With our multi-unit operations, you...

Area Food & Beverage Supervisor

  • Memphis, TN
  • 26 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 26 days ago

Responsibilities may include supervising any area of the food and beverage function within the hotel. Ensuring that the inventory is well stocked at all times Ensuring quality of food being served...

Food and Beverage Supervisor

  • Nashville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

OVERVIEW : As a Food and Beverage Supervisor, you will work side-by-side with the Food and Beverage Managers to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality service. Working directly with guests...

Senior Client Account Manager - Food & Beverage Date: Mar 24, 2025 Location: US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an...

Client Account Manager - Food & Beverage Date: Mar 24, 2025 Location: US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an...

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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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
43.1%
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 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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