Director, Brand Management(Kitchen)

At OTH Hotels Resorts, our team is our number one asset. We strive to create a safe, positive, uplifting work environment for all and a culture that ignites a long-term career passion for hospitality and service. Our shared purpose is to be the Heart of Hospitality in the lives of our team members, guests, owners, partners, and communities. Job Title Director of Food & Beverage Location Property-based Department Food and Beverage Property, if applicable N/A  FLSA Exempt Direct Supervisor General Manager   Job Overview The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational success of all food and beverage outlets, including restaurants, lounges, banquets, room service, kitchens, and stewarding. This role drives revenue growth, ensures exceptional guest experiences, and maintains financial performance across all F&B operations. This position operates across both indoor and outdoor environments, including kitchens, dining outlets, banquet spaces, and service areas, requiring constant mobility and active engagement. The role involves exposure to varying temperatures, high noise levels, and potential operational hazards such as hot surfaces, kitchen equipment, and slippery floors. Success in this role requires strong leadership, financial expertise, and the ability to manage complex, high-volume operations in a fast-paced hospitality environment. Job Responsibilities F&B Operations & Strategic Leadership * Oversee all food and beverage operations, including restaurants, lounges, banquets, room service, kitchens, and stewarding * Develop and implement operational strategies to enhance service quality, efficiency, and guest satisfaction * Evaluate outlet performance and recommend operational and marketing improvements * Collaborate with culinary, marketing, and operations teams to develop menus, promotions, and guest experiences Financial Management & Revenue Optimization * Develop, manage, and monitor departmental budgets, forecasts, and financial performance * Control food, beverage, and labor costs across all F&B outlets * Implement systems for inventory management, receiving, and product utilization * Analyze performance metrics and adjust strategies to maximize profitability Menu Development & Product Management * Collaborate with chefs and leadership teams to create innovative, marketable menus * Oversee development of recipes, portion specifications, and menu standards * Support special event menu planning and cycle menu development * Ensure consistency in quality, presentation, and pricing strategies Leadership & Team Development * Lead, mentor, and develop F&B management and staff to ensure high performance * Oversee staffing, scheduling, payroll, and productivity standards * Conduct performance reviews and implement training and development programs * Foster a positive, engaged, and service-driven team environment Systems, Compliance & Operational Excellence * Utilize and oversee POS systems and related technologies across F&B operations * Ensure compliance with health, safety, and alcohol service regulations * Maintain operational tools such as purchase specifications, recipes, and inventory systems * Enforce company policies, brand standards, and service expectations Guest & Client Relations * Ensure exceptional guest service across all food and beverage outlets * Address guest concerns, escalations, and service recovery situations * Participate in meetings with clients, event planners, and department leaders to align on service delivery * Maintain strong communication across all departments to support operational success Job Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in the hospitality industry required; at least 2 years in a Director or Assistant Director of Food & Beverage role required. Skills and Abilities: * Strong leadership and strategic management capabilities * Advanced knowledge of food, beverage, and labor cost control * Excellent organizational and analytical skills * Strong decision-making ability in high-pressure situations * Proficiency in POS systems and computer applications * Ability to develop and implement operational systems and processes * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills * Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality * Ability to collaborate across departments and drive results * Customer service-focused mindset with strong problem-solving abilities Certifications: Food safety and alcohol service certifications preferred (as required by local regulations). Travel required: No regular travel required; attendance at on-property meetings, events, and operational functions is expected. Physical requirements: * Constant walking across multiple F&B outlets and operational areas * Frequent standing, reaching, balancing, and use of manual dexterity * Occasional sitting, bending, crouching, kneeling, and pushing/pulling * Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 100+ lbs. occasionally * Ability to work in physically demanding environments with varying conditions * Strong visual and auditory awareness for operational safety and effectiveness   This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.   We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in evaluating applications, including screening and ranking candidates based on job-related qualifications. These tools support, but do not replace, human decision-making. All final hiring decisions are made by our recruitment team.

Director of Food and Beverage     Let’s start off with the most important part-what’s in it for you: The Perks *Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status * Salary Range: $100,000 - $110,000 DOE * Incentive Eligible * Cellphone Allowance * Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday) * Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters) * Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K * HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution * Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE) * Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives) * Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit) * Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!) * Employee Assistance Program * “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities * Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion) * Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe) * Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow! * Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more) Our Commitment to you: “People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success. Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and a genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet. What Success Looks Like: Your Impact * Plans, designs, implements and controls Food and Beverage operations, ensuring profitability, efficient operations and adherence to established standards. * Establishes and maintains standards for food and beverage quality, presentation, handling, sanitation and safety in alignment with property standards and applicable regulations. * Develops and implements policies and procedures to ensure that all work practices meet or exceed the established standards. * Participates in the preparation of the annual operating budget and financial plans which support the overall objectives. * Establishes and maintains budgeted supply and labor costs for Food & Beverage operations. * Conducts industry research to accurately project future trends. * Works with the Executive Chef on menu planning, pricing and preparation. * Ensures the security of all Food & Beverage supplies, equipment and inventory by establishing and ensuring adherence to security standards. * Provides regular and on-going communication with all departments in order to keep staff informed of updates, changes and/or problematic situations. * Communicates with Food & Beverage Managers during service to ensure proper client and guest service is being achieved. * Conducts frequent inspections of all dining, kitchen and storage areas to ensure that all Food & Beverage activities meet or exceed the established standards. * Reports all unsafe conditions immediately. Ensures all equipment is properly maintained and functioning. Ensures all equipment is used only as intended. * Participates in the property’s Manager on Duty program. * Ensures timely and courteous follow-through on all client, guest and team member requests. * Selects, supervises, trains, develops, schedules, disciplines, and counsels staff.  Demonstrates positive leadership characteristics that empower and inspire employees to meet and exceed standards. * Provides timely formal assessment of individual team members in alignment with the performance review policy and procedures. * Performs in the capacity of any position supervised as needed (based on qualifications). * Conducts training on job standards and areas of responsibility as needed. What You Bring  * A college or university degree with eight or more years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. * Computer literacy in the Point of Sale system and the sales and catering computer application. * Strong working knowledge of fine dining and beverage service procedures. * Working knowledge of applicable liquor laws and regulations. * Working knowledge of equipment utilized by the Food & Beverage team at the property. * Food handling and other permits, licenses or certifications as required. Must have valid driver license. * Ability to read, write and understand English. * Strong communication skills, including the ability to write reports, business correspondence, and operations manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from team members, managers, clients, guests or the general public.  * Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all applicable units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute discounts, rate, ratio, proportions and percentages and to draw and interpret bar graphs. * Ability to create a team environment within and across departments. * Basic computer literacy in Microsoft Office. * Strong general management skills, including time management, information analysis, planning and organizing, decision making, problem solving, and delivery of results. * Financial management skills, including budget management, expense control and analysis of Profit and Loss statements. * Strong people management skills, including coaching, motivating, delegating, scheduling and relationship-building. * Ability to understand and apply labor and industry-specific laws and regulations. Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.