Food & Beverage Director Blackhawk Davenport IA

Food & Beverage Director

The Hotel Blackhawk – Davenport, Iowa

About Us

The Hotel Blackhawk is a historic, luxury property in the heart of downtown Davenport, offering guests a one-of-a-kind hospitality experience that blends classic elegance with modern service. As part of the Marriott Tribute Portfolio, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional service, culinary excellence, and memorable guest experiences.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Food & Beverage Director with strong leadership experience in both front-of-house and back-of-house operations. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic, hands-on professional who can oversee restaurant, bar, banquets, and kitchen operations, ensuring top-tier service and high-quality food execution. This role is perfect for a working manager or chef-manager hybrid who thrives in both culinary and guest-facing environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily food and beverage operations, including restaurant, bar, banquets, and in-room dining.

• Lead and mentor both front-of-house and back-of-house teams to maintain a cohesive, service-driven culture.

• Partner with the Executive Chef and culinary staff to ensure menu consistency, quality, and cost control.

• Manage scheduling, labor costs, and inventory for all F&B outlets.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and brand standards.

• Drive guest satisfaction through personalized service, problem resolution, and attention to detail.

• Coordinate with Sales and Events for banquets and special functions.

• Oversee financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost controls.

• Recruit, train, and develop food and beverage staff for long-term growth and retention.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive food & beverage leadership experience in hotels, upscale dining, or resorts.

• Strong knowledge of both front-of-house and culinary operations (previous chef experience preferred).

• Proven ability to manage staff, control costs, and improve guest satisfaction scores.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

• ServSafe and/or TIPS certification preferred.

• Experience with Marriott brand standards a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid time off and Marriott travel discounts

• Opportunity for advancement within Innkeeper Hospitality Services

Join Our Team

If you’re an experienced hospitality professional with a passion for great food, exceptional service, and team leadership, we invite you to apply and be part of the continued success of The Hotel Blackhawk.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree in hospitality or related field with two years of experience in a Food & Beverage and catering role.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the person must be able to occasionally move about inside the kitchen and dining areas.

WORK SCHEDULE: Work a full-time varied schedule including days, nights, weekdays, and weekends as assigned by the department supervisor.