Food and Beverage Manager

Le Meridien Dania Beach; Florida; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage - Multiple Tiers

Dental & Vision Coverage

Teledoc service

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Hotel Discounts

Job summary

Le Méridien Dania Beach at Fort Lauderdale Airport is seeking a dynamic Food and Beverage Manager to lead all F&B operations in a luxury, fast-paced setting. You’ll oversee service standards, budgets, menus, and inventory, while inspiring a high-performing team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.

In this role, you’ll drive menu development, optimize costs, and ensure top-tier guest satisfaction in a renowned hotel environment that emphasizes style and service excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in food and beverage management, preferably in a hotel/resort setting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and control costs.
• Proficient in menu planning and development.
• Understanding of inventory management and ordering procedures.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
• ServSafe certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all food and beverage operations and service standards.
• Manage budgets, revenue, and cost controls to achieve financial targets.
• Develop seasonal menus in collaboration with culinary team.
• Lead and develop a high-performing F&B team; ensure guest satisfaction.
• Maintain inventory levels and ordering procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budget management

Menu planning

Inventory management

Flexible hours

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management

Job description

Property Description

Join the exceptional team at Le Méridien Dania Beach at Fort Lauderdale Airport, where sophisticated style meets South Florida’s vibrant energy! We’re seeking passionate, driven individuals to deliver world-class service at our chic, contemporary hotel. Located minutes from Fort Lauderdale Airport and the beach, our property offers a dynamic environment with luxury accommodations, cutting-edge meeting spaces, a rooftop pool, and European-inspired dining at our acclaimed restaurant, Toro Latin Kitchen & Lounge. As part of our team, you’ll create unforgettable experiences for guests and enjoy numerous opportunities for career growth in a fast-paced, exciting setting. If you thrive on teamwork, innovation, and excellence, Le Méridien Dania Beach is the perfect place to elevate your career.

Overview

Looking for a dynamic and experienced Food and Beverage Manager to join our team! In this role, you'll be responsible for managing and coordinating all food and beverage operations, including managing budgets, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction, developing menus, and managing inventory. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food and beverage, exceptional leadership skills, and a proven track record in managing a team in a fast-paced, high-end establishment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field preferred
• 3+ years of experience in food and beverage management, preferably in a hotel/resort setting
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to manage budgets and control costs
• Proficient in menu planning and development
• Understanding of inventory management and ordering procedures
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays
• ServSafe certification is a plus

Benefits

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US. A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays).
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual OrientationDavidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace. Pre-employment drug test and background check required. We participate in E-Verify.