Director of Food and Beverage

VIRginia International; Virginia; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

VIRginia International is seeking an experienced hospitality leader to oversee daily food and beverage operations across all outlets. You will hire, train, and supervise staff, manage kitchen and service quality, and partner with Guest Services to deliver customized catering for events.

You will drive profitable menus, oversee vendor contracts, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards, including budgeting and P&L oversight for all F&B activities.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in food & beverage operations
• Experience in restaurant and catering applications
• Strong supervisory and shift management skills
• Knowledge of culinary practices, food prep, and kitchen management
• Familiarity with bartending practices and beverage service standards
• Excellent communication with guests and staff at all levels
• Collaboration with Guest Services and Logistics to maximise F&B sales
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Passion for innovative menu design and service excellence

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite leadership for daily operations of all food and beverage outlets, ensuring high standards of service and quality.
• Hire, train, mentor, and supervise staff across all levels, fostering a One Team All In attitude.
• Oversee kitchen management, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation for consistency.
• Collaborate with Guest Services to develop customized catering menus and packages.
• Ensure smooth execution of food services during large-scale hospitality and corporate events.
• Promote F&B events or specials in coordination with the VIR marketing team.
• Submit invoices to Finance for timely payment and coding.
• Develop and implement profitable menus reflecting current trends and guest preferences.
• Manage relationships and obligations with third-party vendors and service contracts.
• Monitor equipment, facilities, and restrooms, reporting issues via Work Order system.
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert on POS for order processing, inventory management and reporting.
• Monitor inventory levels and ordering to minimize waste.
• Ensure compliance with Department of Health, Virginia ABC, and cleanliness standards.
• Work with Finance to develop yearly F&B budgets.
• Monitor P&L to manage income and expenses for all F&B operations.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Culinary knowledge

Beverage service

Communication

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Guest experience

Menu design

Job description

Description

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite leadership for daily operations of all food and beverage outlets, ensuring high standards of service and quality.
• Hire, Train, mentor, and supervise staff across all levels, fostering a positive work environment that encourages a One Team All In attitude.
• Supervise kitchen management, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation to maintain consistency in culinary offerings.
• Collaborate with the Guest Services team to develop customized catering menus and packages.
• Ensure smooth execution of food services during large-scale hospitality and corporate events.
• Collaborate with the VIR marketing team to promote food and beverage events or specials that enhance guest engagement.
• Submit Invoices to Finance for timely payment and account coding.
• Develop and implement profitable menus that reflect current trends while meeting guest preferences and dietary needs.
• Ensure smooth execution of food services during large-scale hospitality and corporate events.
• Manage relationships and honor obligations with third party vendors and service contracts associated with F&B.
• Observe and report any failed conditions or issues with the equipment, buildings and or restrooms associated with F&B through the Work order system.
• Subject matter expert on POS system for efficient order processing, inventory management and reporting.
• Monitor inventory levels, ordering food and supplies as needed to ensure seamless operation without excess waste.
• Manage regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance with Department of Health, Virginia ABC regulations and cleanliness standards.
• Work with Finance to develop a yearly budget for all F&B operations.
• Monitor P&L to manage income and expenses for all F&B operations.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role within the food and beverage industry, preferably in restaurant and catering applications.
• Strong supervisory skills with a focus on team development and shift management.
• Extensive knowledge of culinary practices, food preparation techniques, and kitchen management principles.
• Familiarity with bartending practices and beverage service standards.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with guests and staff at all levels.
• Collaboration with both Guest Services and Logistics to maximize F&B sales to all customers
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to multitask and stay focused in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences through innovative menu design and service excellence.

Requirements

• Hospitality Management Experience: 5-7 years (Required)