Assistant Director, Food & Beverage

Starwood Hotels; Princeville (HI); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Starwood Hotels in Princeville, Hawaii, is seeking an Assistant Director of Food and Beverage. This role emphasizes leadership in a high-volume environment, where candidates must develop and motivate teams while ensuring exceptional service.

The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience in food and beverage operations, with proven financial performance and engagement of both guests and team members. A competitive salary ranging from $135,000 to $150,000 annually is offered, along with incentive bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive Food & Beverage work experience in a high-volume, upscale environment.
• Minimum of 4 years managing a high volume Food & Beverage operation, generating at least $20M in F&B revenue.
• Prior experience opening a restaurant or hotel is preferred.
• Expert in food & beverage operations and a strong leader with a proven track record in guest and team member engagement.

Responsibilities

• Champion the values of thoughtful ingredients and extraordinary service.
• Motivate the team and elevate standards in food and beverage services.
• Cultivate an environment for learning and growth.

Skills

Food & Beverage operations expertise

Team leadership

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Post-secondary diploma or degree

Job description

Grow with us... Life at Starwood Hotels is based on a simple idea: the world is beautiful and we want to keep it that way. But we can’t do it alone. That’s why hiring thoughtful and inspiring Team Members and Leaders who understand that our people, collaboration, stellar service, and respect for nature are so important to us.

Life is precious including the experiences we have with food and the people we share those experiences with. The Food & Beverage teams at SH Hotels & Resorts understand (and value) that thoughtful ingredients and extraordinary people are both required to execute an exquisite experience for our guests. We’re currently in search of an Assistant Director of Food and Beverage who shares these values and will champion them. If you strive to be a leader second-to-none, know how to motivate a team, elevate standards, and cultivate an environment for learning as we all continue to grow. We’re looking for a people magnet, a genius at anticipating obstacles and finding quick solutions. Most important, someone who’s not afraid to get in the trenches with their team to achieve the ultimate outcome.

About you

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive Food & Beverage work experience in a high-volume, upscale environment.
• Minimum of 4 years managing a high volume Food & Beverage operation, generating at least $20M in F&B revenue.
• Prior experience opening a restaurant or hotel is preferred.
• Post-secondary diploma or degree is a plus.
• Expert in food & beverage operations and a strong leader with a proven track record in guest and team member engagement and financial performance.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Flexible and willing to meet the demands of a 24-hour operation.
• Lead diverse, cross-functional teams and promote an inclusive culture.

Compensation

$135,000-$150,000 annually + incentive bonus

Equal Opportunity Employer

Starwood Hotels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in a diverse, sustainable workforce with an empowered, inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis covered under applicable law. If you require any special accommodations, please visit People Operations.