Food and Beverage Director - Hilton Garden Inn

Overview
Join our dynamic hospitality team as a Food and Beverage Director, where your leadership will elevate the guest experience through exceptional culinary and service excellence. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all food and beverage operations within our vibrant hotel environment, ensuring seamless service delivery, maintaining high standards of food safety, and fostering a positive team culture. Your energetic approach and management expertise will drive success across multiple outlets, including restaurants, bars, catering, and banquet services. This is an exciting opportunity to shape memorable dining experiences while leading a passionate team dedicated to hospitality excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all food and beverage departments, including restaurants, bars, catering, banquets, and room service, ensuring operational efficiency and guest satisfaction.
• Develop and implement innovative menus that reflect current culinary trends while maintaining quality standards.
• Supervise daily shift operations, ensuring smooth service flow and adherence to food safety regulations.
• Recruit, train, motivate, and evaluate staff to foster a high-performance team committed to exceptional customer service.
• Oversee inventory management, procurement processes, and cost controls to maximize profitability without compromising quality.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards across all food handling and preparation areas.
• Collaborate with culinary teams to maintain high standards of food presentation, preparation, and cleanliness.
• Handle guest inquiries or complaints promptly with a positive attitude to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
• Coordinate with event planners for banquet and catering services to deliver flawless execution of functions.
• Promote a culture of hospitality that emphasizes teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Proven management experience in food service management or hospitality management roles within a restaurant or hotel setting.
• Extensive knowledge of food production, cooking techniques, food preparation methods, and kitchen management.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise diverse teams in fast-paced environments.
• Experience in managing food safety protocols and dietary considerations in compliance with health regulations.
• Familiarity with restaurant operations including shift management, inventory control, and customer service excellence.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee catering events or banquet services successfully.
• Excellent communication skills paired with a passion for delivering outstanding hospitality experiences.
• Prior experience working in the food industry with a focus on culinary excellence is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of barista or coffee preparation techniques is a plus for enhancing beverage offerings. Embark on this rewarding journey where your culinary passion meets leadership prowess! We are committed to supporting your growth as you craft memorable dining moments that delight our guests every day.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $75,000