F&B Director: Elevate Guest Dining & Service

Embassy Suites Columbus, OH; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Embassy Suites Columbus, OH is seeking a Director of Food and Beverage to lead all F&B operations across restaurant, kitchen, lounge, and banquet services. The role focuses on creating an inspiring environment that drives guest loyalty and staff engagement.

The ideal candidate brings extensive F&B leadership experience, strong organizational skills, and a track record of managing menus, standards, and budgets while fostering a positive culture aligned with the brand.

Qualifications

• Five years of food & beverage experience.
• Three years in a management position.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality or Food Service Management preferred.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with establishing menu and service standards.
• Ability to drive company culture through team and guest experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the Food & Beverage department including restaurant, kitchen, lounge, and banquets.
• Establish and promote a positive and exciting work environment.
• Oversee staffing, recruiting, screening, hiring, and scheduling; labor management.
• Coach and develop department team members; conduct training and development.
• Control food costs, labor hours, and waste to meet budgets.
• Prepare for brand audits; respond to guest inquiries and escalations.
• Inventory control and restocking; ensure cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Menu standards

Guest service focus

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality or Food Service Management (preferred)

Job description

Embassy Suites Columbus, OH is seeking a Director of Food and Beverage to lead all F&B operations across restaurant, kitchen, lounge, and banquet services. The role focuses on creating an inspiring environment that drives guest loyalty and staff engagement.

The ideal candidate brings extensive F&B leadership experience, strong organizational skills, and a track record of managing menus, standards, and budgets while fostering a positive culture aligned with the brand.