Strategic Food & Beverage Director | Lead Guest Experience

Ascent Hospitality Management; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

401k with employer MATCH

Paid PTO

Uniforms Provided

Job summary

Marriott Huntsville is seeking a dynamic Director of Food & Beverage to lead the Restaurants, Lounges and Banquets. You will drive guest service excellence, oversee daily operations, and partner with the Executive Chef to curate menus and pricing.

You will hire, train and supervise staff, manage schedules, control costs, and ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards while delivering memorable experiences for guests.

Qualifications

• Current food handler’s card and alcohol service certifications as required by federal/state/local laws.
• Minimum 3 years’ management experience in the hospitality industry in food and beverage, with guest focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead service staff across restaurants, lounges, bars and banquets.
• Oversee dining rooms, lounges, bars and catering events; ensure proper room setup and appearance standards.
• Hire, train and schedule staff; enforce uniforms and appearance standards.
• Manage costs, inventory and labor to meet budget and maintain profitability.
• Coordinate reservations and events with service and kitchen teams; run pre-shift meetings.
• Monitor guest satisfaction and respond to inquiries or concerns with solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Team building

Job description

Marriott Huntsville is seeking a dynamic Director of Food & Beverage to lead the Restaurants, Lounges and Banquets. You will drive guest service excellence, oversee daily operations, and partner with the Executive Chef to curate menus and pricing.

You will hire, train and supervise staff, manage schedules, control costs, and ensure compliance with safety and sanitation standards while delivering memorable experiences for guests.