What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director Food & Beverage position at Tier4 Group?
Director of Food & Beverage
Location: Valdosta, Georgia
Type: Full-Time (Onsite)
Our client is seeking a hands-on, operationally focused Director of Food & Beverage to lead and elevate the guest dining experience across a high-volume, fast-paced environment. This role was re-established to provide dedicated leadership and improve guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and team performance.
This is a highly visible leadership position responsible for managing large teams, driving service excellence, and ensuring seamless execution across all Food & Beverage operations.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead day-to-day Food & Beverage operations in a high-volume, quick-service environment
Oversee and develop a team of 100 employees, including managers, supervisors, and seasonal staff
Drive improvements in guest satisfaction, service speed, and overall experience
Manage inventory, ordering, and cost controls, including portioning and waste reduction
Ensure operational excellence across food quality, safety, and service standards
Oversee onboarding, training programs, and conduct regular training audits
Partner with corporate teams on menu execution and provide input for seasonal offerings
Monitor and improve staffing models to reduce turnover and improve team efficiency
Utilize data and reporting (forecasting, per caps, etc.) to drive business decisions
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leadership on performance and strategy
Proven leadership experience in high-volume, quick-service Food & Beverage environments
(theme park, entertainment venues, or large-scale hospitality preferred)Strong operational and business acumen, including forecasting, reporting, and presentations
Experience leading large, diverse teams in fast-paced environments
Hands-on leader who can balance time between the floor and strategic responsibilities
Ability to improve team performance, culture, and guest experience simultaneously
Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications