Director of Culinary Excellence

3 days ago


Reston, Virginia, United States The Cooper Hotel Full time
About The Cooper Hotel

We are a hospitality leader dedicated to enriching lives and inspiring connection through intentional service and exceptional experiences.

Job Description

This key leadership role requires a seasoned professional with a proven track record in food and beverage operations, hospitality management, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional interpersonal skills, high emotional intelligence, and a strong desire to succeed in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement short- and long-term plans for the Food and Beverage Division, ensuring alignment with hotel goals and objectives.
  • Directly oversee all Food and Beverage teams, including Culinary and Stewarding, to ensure exceptional service and quality standards.
  • Develop and recommend budgets, marketing plans, and objectives, and execute within approved plans.
  • Implement and maintain Food and Beverage sales and marketing programs, driving revenue growth and customer satisfaction.
  • Direct the development of colleagues, including hiring, training, empowering, coaching, and counseling, to ensure a high-performing team.
  • Coordinate food and beverage operations with other hotel departments to ensure seamless guest service.
  • Resolve customer complaints and implement procedures to increase guest and associate satisfaction.
  • Exercise quality control for both food and beverage, maintaining hotel standards of service and ensuring their implementation.
Requirements
  • 6 years or more of progressive hotel Food and Beverage experience.
  • Previous hotel pre-opening experience preferred.
  • Service-oriented style with professional presentation skills.
  • At least 5 years' experience in a senior role in a food and beverage environment.
  • 2 years of experience as a Director of Food & Beverage in a luxury hotel required.
  • Proven leadership skills, with a strong ability to motivate and inspire teams.
  • Experience implementing a new F&B concept, with a proven track record of success.
  • Hotel/Hospitality degree is an asset.
  • Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills.
Why Work at The Cooper Hotel
  • Enjoy free meals in our employee café.
  • Paid Time Off based on hours worked, up to 16 days in your first year.
  • 8 Paid Public Holidays.
  • Wellness Reimbursement.
  • Up to 4.5% Company Match – Retirement Savings Plan.
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
  • Flexible Spending Account.
  • Health Savings Account.
  • Employee Discounts for Hotel Restaurants.
  • Uniform Provided.
  • Flexible Schedules.
  • Colleague Events.
  • Friends and Family Discounts for Hotel Stays.


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