Visionary F&B Director — Multi-Outlet Excellence

Loews Hotels & Co; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Team member rates

Uniforms provided

On-site parking

Free meals

Job summary

Loews Kansas City Hotel is seeking a strategic and passionate Director of Food and Beverage to lead the culinary and beverage vision across multi-outlet operations. You will drive memorable dining experiences, blend operational excellence with creativity, and elevate the Loews brand through outstanding guest service.

You’ll oversee restaurants, bars, banquets, catering, and room service, mentor high-performing teams, design innovative menus, manage budgets, and ensure strict food safety

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as an Assistant F&B director in a large, high-volume, multi-outlet hotel environment.
• Strong knowledge of F&B operations, including menu planning, cost controls, and food safety regulations.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Financial acumen with budgeting, forecasting and performance metrics.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple responsibilities.
• Proficiency in POS systems and industry-specific software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all food and beverage operations, including restaurants, bars, banquets, catering, and room service, ensuring consistency and excellence.
• Recruit, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team through training, coaching, and performance management.
• Collaborate with culinary teams to design menus and dining programs reflecting current trends and guest preferences.
• Develop and manage budgets, monitor financial performance, and implement strategies to achieve revenue and profitability goals.
• Negotiate contracts, manage purchasing, and maintain cost controls to optimize efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to food safety, sanitation, and health regulations across all operations.
• Lead the planning and execution of special events, private dining, and catering functions to deliver exceptional experiences.
• Implement systems to enhance guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and team engagement.

Skills

Visionary Leader

Dynamic Collaborator

Innovative Problem Solver

Financially Savvy

Guest-Centric

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Hospitality/ Culinary/ Food Service Management

Tools

POS systems

Industry-specific software

Job description

Loews Kansas City Hotel is seeking a strategic and passionate Director of Food and Beverage to lead the culinary and beverage vision across multi-outlet operations. You will drive memorable dining experiences, blend operational excellence with creativity, and elevate the Loews brand through outstanding guest service.

You’ll oversee restaurants, bars, banquets, catering, and room service, mentor high-performing teams, design innovative menus, manage budgets, and ensure strict food safety