Director of Restaurants — Luxury Hotel Dining Leader

Recess; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Complimentary daily team meals

Employee discounts at properties

Job summary

Recess Hotel & Club is seeking an experienced and inspiring Director of Restaurants to lead and elevate our dining operations across multiple outlets. You will drive guest experiences, develop teams, and oversee budgets to achieve financial performance in a luxury hospitality setting.

The ideal candidate has a strong leadership presence, a track record of building high-performing teams, and a commitment to thoughtful hospitality.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of progressive leadership experience in food & beverage, preferably luxury/lifestyle hotel
• Ability to lead multiple outlets and deliver strong operational results
• Strong leadership presence with track record of developing teams and driving engagement
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced environment
• Strong business acumen including budgeting, forecasting and cost control
• Exceptional interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills
• Solutions-oriented mindset with decisive action and high standards of presentation

Responsibilities

• Oversee dining outlets, ensuring consistency with brand standards
• Lead and inspire outlet leaders and front-of-house teams
• Drive operational excellence focusing on service quality, efficiency and guest satisfaction
• Partner with culinary, beverage, and brand teams for cohesive dining experiences
• Engage with guests and club members, resolving concerns professionally
• Maintain high standards for food & beverage quality, presentation, and service
• Develop and manage annual budgets and monitor financial performance
• Set goals for outlet performance and hold leaders accountable
• Ensure compliance with food safety, sanitation, and alcohol regulations
• Oversee inventory management and implement tracking controls
• Collaborate with other departments to support events and guest experiences
• Provide ongoing coaching and development opportunities for staff

Skills

Leadership

Operations leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

Cost control

Communication skills

Time management

Presentation standards

Job description

Recess Hotel & Club is seeking an experienced and inspiring Director of Restaurants to lead and elevate our dining operations across multiple outlets. You will drive guest experiences, develop teams, and oversee budgets to achieve financial performance in a luxury hospitality setting.

The ideal candidate has a strong leadership presence, a track record of building high-performing teams, and a commitment to thoughtful hospitality.