Director of Food and Beverage

Outbound Sedona; Sedona (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucida Restaurant, Pool and Banquets in Sedona, AZ seeks a Director of Food and Beverage to oversee daily operations across banquets, restaurant, and bar. You will lead staffing, training, and service standards to maximize profits while controlling costs.

The role requires strategic menu development, promotions, and business planning with a focus on delivering exceptional guest experiences and driving revenue growth. Strong hospitality leadership and budget management are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years as Director of Food and Beverage or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of hotel operations, marketing plans, and budget forecasting.
• Proven ability to manage labor and food costs and optimize profitability.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee staffing, training, and day-to-day operations of banquets, restaurant, and bar.
• Market F&B outlets; develop menus, package deals, and promotions.
• Develop and manage the department's business plan and budget, monitor costs.
• Respond to customer trends and feedback to ensure quality and drive sales.

Skills

Staff management

Operations management

Budget forecasting

Menu development

Job description

Overview

This position manages the daily operations of Lucida Restaurant, Pool and and banquets, maintaining established quality and service standards, maximizing profits, and controlling expenses.

Responsibilities

Manage the staffing, training, and day-to-day activities of the banquets, restaurant, and bar staff. Market the Food and Beverage outlets; develop and manage implementation of menus, package deals, and promotions for all F&B. Develop, implement, and manage the department’s business plan and budget; continually analyze, forecast, monitor, and control labor and food costs. Respond to customer trends, needs, issues, comments, and problems to ensure a quality experience and to enhance future sales.

Qualifications

3 or more years as a Director of Food and Beverage preferred. Requires knowledge of principles and practices within the food profession. Knowledge of hotel operations, including marketing plans, human resources, budget forecasting, etc. is highly preferred.