Director of Food and Beverage Operations

2 days ago


La Grange, Illinois, United States Great Wolf Lodge Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Food and Beverage to lead our operational teams, concepts, and performance aspects of food and beverage operations within a lodge.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop a deep understanding of the Great Wolf Lodge brand and establish strong relationships with the Lodge and organization.
  • Manage all operational teams, concepts, and performance aspects of food and beverage operations.
  • Drive business output and profitability through strategic and tactical planning.
Requirements
  • Associate's Degree in Hospitality Management or similar.
  • Minimum of 5 years of demonstrated success in a F&B operational leadership role in a multi-unit environment.
  • Documented track record of managing and leading efficient and effective food and beverage operations.
  • Demonstrated advanced knowledge of food and beverage products, recipes, categories, programs, origins, and trends.
  • Demonstrated ability to drive continuous process improvement activities and programs.
  • Strong technology systems experience, including proficiency in Point of Sales, Scheduling, Procurement, and Microsoft.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in procurement and inventory control systems and operations.
  • Demonstrated strong financial acumen, including experience in P&L Management, budgeting, forecasting, controls, and financial performance optimization.
  • Demonstrated experience in driving effective and meaningful training, people development, and mentorship programs.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management or similar.
  • Experience leading and managing leaders.
  • Well-versed in utilization of service automation and mobile technology.
  • Excellent relationship and trust-building skills, with ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally.
  • Experience with diversity, inclusion, and unconscious bias culture and programs.
How to Apply

We are hiring immediately, with relocation packages available. Please submit your application and a recruiter will reach out to discuss the next steps.



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