F & B Director

BENCHMARK; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality is seeking a Director of Food & Beverage for Skamania Lodge, a premier Pacific Northwest resort. You will oversee restaurants, lounges, banquet and catering operations, partnering with the Executive Chef to deliver an elevated guest experience across meetings, weddings, and events.

The role requires 5+ years of F&B leadership in luxury hotels or resorts, strong financial acumen, and proven ability to lead large multi‑department teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive food and beverage leadership in a full-service hotel, resort, or conference center environment.
• Directorship experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated success overseeing multiple food and beverage outlets and significant banquet/catering operations.
• Strong financial acumen with responsibility for budgeting, forecasting, labor management, and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for all food and beverage operations, including restaurants, lounges, banquet facilities, catering, and beverage programs.
• Drive revenue growth while maintaining strong cost controls and profitability.
• Lead, mentor, and develop department leaders and team members through coaching, training, and succession planning.
• Ensure exceptional guest satisfaction and consistently high service standards.
• Oversee banquet and catering operations supporting conferences, corporate retreats, weddings, and social events.
• Collaborate with culinary leadership on menu development, seasonal offerings, and innovative dining experiences that showcase the Pacific Northwest.
• Develop and execute annual budgets, forecasts, and business plans.
• Monitor labor productivity, food cost, beverage cost, and operational efficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with all company, state, and federal food safety and beverage regulations.
• Foster a culture focused on colleague engagement, accountability, and service excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting & forecasting

F&B operations

Team development

Cost controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or related field

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is a leading hospitality management company with a portfolio of more than 200 hotels and resorts and over 18,000 associates across the United States, Caribbean, and Europe. Our platform includes Benchmark Resorts & Hotels, a collection of distinctive independent properties; Axiom Hospitality, our European hotel management company; and PYRAMIDWORKS, which provides integrated workplace and facilities services. With corporate offices in Boston, The Woodlands, Texas, and London, Pyramid combines global scale with a hands-on approach focused on exceptional service, operational excellence, and long-term partnerships. At Pyramid, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating an environment where associates are respected, supported, and empowered to grow their careers. Team members have the opportunity to collaborate directly with experienced leaders, take on meaningful stretch assignments, and gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of properties, brands, and markets. Whether you are beginning your hospitality career or bringing years of experience, you'll find opportunities to learn, develop, and make an impact. Our commitment to associates, guests, owners, and the communities we serve has helped make Pyramid and our properties among the most recognized in hospitality. From being named among the best places to work by respected publications such as USA Today, The Boston Globe, and The Houston Chronicle to earning top travel accolades from Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Forbes Travel Guide, and U.S. News & World Report, these recognitions reflect the culture, service excellence, and commitment to people that define the Pyramid experience.

About our property

Skamania Lodge is a Pacific Northwest resort set on 175 acres, featuring treehouses, glamping, golf, ziplining, a spa, and multiple restaurants. With over 22,000 sq. ft. of event space, it’s a premier destination for retreats, conferences, and celebrations. #PGH-SKL

What you will have an opportunity to do

Director of Food & Beverage Lead the Culinary Experience of One of the Pacific Northwest's Premier Resort Destinations. Skamania Lodge is seeking a hospitality leader with a proven track record of operational excellence, team development, and financial performance to serve as our Director of Food & Beverage. Nestled in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge, Skamania Lodge is a renowned destination resort offering an exceptional guest experience inspired by the natural beauty, culture, and agricultural abundance of the Pacific Northwest. This executive leadership role will oversee a diverse and multi-faceted operation, including our signature Cascade Dining Room, River Rock Lounge, in-room dining, grab-and-go offerings, and an extensive banquet and catering operation supporting more than 24,000 square feet of meeting and event space.

Position Overview

The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for the strategic leadership, financial performance, and day-to-day management of all restaurant, lounge, banquet, catering, stewarding, and beverage operations throughout the resort. This individual will partner closely with the Executive Chef and resort leadership team to ensure a seamless and elevated experience for guests across all dining outlets, meetings, weddings, corporate retreats, and special events.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership for all food and beverage operations, including restaurants, lounges, banquet facilities, catering, and beverage programs.
• Drive revenue growth while maintaining strong cost controls and profitability.
• Lead, mentor, and develop department leaders and team members through coaching, training, and succession planning.
• Ensure exceptional guest satisfaction and consistently high service standards.
• Oversee banquet and catering operations supporting conferences, corporate retreats, weddings, and social events.
• Collaborate with culinary leadership on menu development, seasonal offerings, and innovative dining experiences that showcase the Pacific Northwest.
• Develop and execute annual budgets, forecasts, and business plans.
• Monitor labor productivity, food cost, beverage cost, and operational efficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with all company, state, and federal food safety and beverage regulations.
• Foster a culture focused on colleague engagement, accountability, and service excellence.

Desired Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of progressive food and beverage leadership experience in a full-service hotel, resort, or conference center environment.
• Prior experience as a Director of Food & Beverage preferred.
• Demonstrated success overseeing multiple food and beverage outlets and significant banquet/catering operations.
• Experience managing large-scale conference, convention, and social event business.
• Strong financial acumen with responsibility for budgeting, forecasting, labor management, and profitability.
• Proven ability to lead and develop large, multi-department teams.
• Knowledge of food trends, wine and beverage programs, and elevated guest experiences.
• Luxury, independent resort, or destination resort experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business, or a related field preferred.

Why Skamania Lodge?

Lead an iconic Pacific Northwest resort with a strong reputation for exceptional guest experiences. Oversee a diverse operation that includes restaurants, lounges, catering, and extensive banquet facilities. Work in one of the most breathtaking natural settings in the United States. Be part of a leadership team committed to innovation, service excellence, and associate development. Opportunity to shape the culinary and hospitality experience for guests from across the country. #IND100 #ZR80

What are we looking for?

Compensation: $135,000 - $150,000

Pyramid Global Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.