Director of Food & Beverage

About our Brand

That colorful hotel in the desert, The Saguaro is a good time. It's not that complicated. There's plenty of sunshine, a buzzing pool scene and lots of local flavor.

We are seeking a dynamic Director of Food & Beverage to join our team. A successful candidate will have a genuine passion for the hospitality industry and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Responsibilities

Must be courteous and gracious, maintaining a professional demeanor at all times

Establish and maintain good communications and team work with fellow colleagues and other departments within the hotel

Build strong partnerships with internal customers and outside vendors

Oversee the culinary and food and beverage operations in all outlets

Oversee recruiting, managing, training and developing all food and beverage staff

Create programs and managing expenses to ensure the financial success of all food and beverage outlets.

Must negotiate and create win-win situations for customers, owners, and employees

Evaluate and develop processes to maintain and improve performance and productivity

Work closely with the General Manager of the property to create exceptional culinary and guest experience throughout their visit

Ensure compliance in maintaining standards of health, safety, and sanitation throughout the operation

Be fluent in P&L analysis; and take ownership of all financial and budgetary data

Responsible for F&B related costs and budgets ensuring profitable operation including and not limited to Labor, COGS, Operational Expenses, and A&G

Ensure staff understands their job expectations before holding them accountable

Core Competencies

Degree in hospitality preferred

At least 4 years as a F&B department head/ general manager role or higher

At least 5 years in a hands-on hospitality management role, supervising employees

Strong ability in using MS Office (MS Excel, MS Word in particular) and POS systems

Have a working basic knowledge of employment-related federal and state laws

Strong organizational and time management skills in a fast-paced environment

Positive leader who sets a good example

Ability to train and supervise managers

Have patience and integrity

Ability to make evaluative judgments and give constructive criticism

Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent reading, writing and oral proficiency in the English Language

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Excellent attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Work well under pressure, requires being a team player

Compensation & Benefits

We offer competitive wages and benefits while fostering a diverse and inclusive work experience.

We thrive in being a diverse work environment. Consideration for employment will be based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

Compensation: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.