Director of Food And Beverage

Confidential - Job Hiring; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a boutique hotel in the beautiful Palm Desert as a Food and Beverage Director. This role offers the chance to lead daily operations, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and managing a dynamic team. With a focus on personalized service and operational excellence, you will collaborate closely with the Executive Chef to create memorable dining experiences. The position promises a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity for professional growth in a vibrant community with a lower cost of living. If you're a passionate hospitality professional ready to elevate your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Full Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Retirement Plan Options

Dining, Travel, and Lifestyle Perks

Professional Growth & Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of experience in upscale food and beverage or luxury hotel settings.
• Strong financial acumen and proven operational leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations across restaurant, bar, and room service.
• Manage financial performance and vendor relationships.

Skills

Upscale Food and Beverage Management

Operational Leadership

Guest Service Excellence

Wine and Beverage Knowledge

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management

Sommelier Certification

Job description

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $120,000.00/yr

Our client, a boutique hotel in Palm Desert, is seeking an experienced Food and Beverage Director to join their team.

Position: Food & Beverage Director

Location: Palm Desert, CA - Looking to relocate candidates from Los Angeles!

Salary Range: $100,000 – $120,000

Schedule: Must be available for weekends and holidays

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily operations across restaurant, bar, room service, and private events
• Deliver flawless, warm, and personalized service in every guest interaction
• Manage financial performance, vendor relationships, and inventory
• Act as the go-to for VIP and high-profile guest relations
• Partner with the Executive Chef on menus, seasonal updates, and presentation
• Build, train, and lead an exceptional service-driven team
• Stay floor-present and hands-on, mentoring and elevating your staff
• Develop budgets, track KPIs, and optimize profitability
• Oversee a distinctive beverage program featuring curated wines, cocktails, and pairings
• Collaborate with marketing on events and brand-aligned experiences

Who You Are

• 7–10+ years of upscale F&B or luxury hotel experience
• Financially savvy with proven operational leadership
• Guest-obsessed with a refined sense of service
• Strong wine and beverage knowledge (sommelier cert a plus)
• Positive, approachable, and hands-on leader
• Trend-aware and forward-thinking hospitality professional

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary + Performance-Based Bonus
• Full Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Retirement Plan Options
• Dining, Travel, and Lifestyle Perks
• Professional Growth & Development Opportunities
• Beautiful Desert Community with Lower Cost of Living

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management, Training, and Customer Service

• Industries

  Hotels and Motels, Hospitality, and Restaurants

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

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