F&B Director: Resort Leadership & Guest Experience

BENCHMARK; Live Oak (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Recognition programs

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality is seeking a seasoned Food & Beverage Director for Chaminade Resort & Spa in Santa Cruz, CA. You will lead restaurant, banquet, and bar operations, shaping service standards and guest experiences across the resort.

You will partner with Culinary, Sales, Conference Services, and Rooms to drive revenue, maximize profitability, and foster a collaborative, engaging culture. A bachelor's degree and 5+ years of leadership in F&B are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressive F&B leadership in a full‑service hotel/resort.
• Experience overseeing multiple outlets, banquet, and catering operations.
• Strong budget, P&L, labor, and cost-control experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily F&B operations including restaurant, bar, banquet, and catering.
• Drive guest satisfaction, revenue, and profitability while upholding standards.
• Partner with culinary, sales, and events teams to deliver memorable experiences.
• Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing F&B team.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and inventory controls; optimize costs and yields.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Guest Focus

Team Development

Operational Excellence

Strategic Thinking

Collaboration

Education

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

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality is seeking a seasoned Food & Beverage Director for Chaminade Resort & Spa in Santa Cruz, CA. You will lead restaurant, banquet, and bar operations, shaping service standards and guest experiences across the resort.

You will partner with Culinary, Sales, Conference Services, and Rooms to drive revenue, maximize profitability, and foster a collaborative, engaging culture. A bachelor's degree and 5+ years of leadership in F&B are preferred.