Director of Food and Beverage

Parrot Key Hotel & Villas; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision

Teledoc

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Hotel Discounts

Job summary

Parrot Key Hotel & Villas in Key West seeks an experienced Director of Food and Beverage to lead our culinary team across resort outlets, develop menus, and elevate guest experiences with a cohesive service standard. You will drive revenue and guest satisfaction while maintaining the resort's upscale island vibe, collaborating with operations and leadership.

The role demands strong leadership, financial acumen, and a proven track record of delivering exceptional dining experiences in hotel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in hospitality or equivalent required.
• 4+ years in F&B management in hotels preferred.
• Ability to analyze financial and operating data to drive plans.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Experience creating and executing unique F&B concepts.
• Knowledge of industry trends and service standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and achieve financial targets.
• Proven track record of delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all culinary operations across hotel outlets.
• Develop and implement innovative menus and concepts.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and financial targets.
• Lead and develop a high-performing F&B team.
• Ensure exceptional guest service and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting & Financial Analysis

Menu Development

Guest Experience

Team Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality or related field

Job description

Property Description

Parrot Key Hotel & Villas delivers a relaxed, upscale island experience set across lush tropical grounds just minutes from Old Town Key West. Featuring spacious rooms and private villas, four resort-style pools, and vibrant dining, the property blends laid-back luxury with a strong, guest-focused culture—making it an ideal setting for hospitality professionals looking to grow in a dynamic resort environment.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Director of Food and Beverage to lead our dynamic team and oversee all culinary operations at our hotel or resort. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for managing our diverse food and beverage outlets, developing new menus, creating unique guest experiences, and ensuring exceptional service standards. The ideal candidate should have a passion for food and hospitality, a keen eye for detail, and a proven track record of success in managing multiple outlets. If you are a creative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a vision for culinary excellence, then we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or equivalent experience
• 4+ years of experience in food and beverage management, hotels preferred
• Ability to interpret financial and operational data into operational plan
• Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Ability to create and execute unique food and beverage concepts.
• Knowledge of industry trends and techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and achieve financial targets.
• Proven track record of delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

Inkeeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.