Director of Food and Beverage Operations

1 day ago


Vail, Colorado, United States Hyatt Full time
Director of Food and Beverage Job Description

Grand Hyatt Vail is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Food and Beverage to lead our culinary team. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our food and beverage outlets, ensuring exceptional quality, efficiency, and service.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operational Management: Oversee daily food and beverage operations across all dining venues, ensuring quality, efficiency, and exceptional service.
  • Menu Collaboration: Partner with our Executive Chef and Celebrity Chef to design and implement creative, seasonal menus that highlight local ingredients and culinary trends.
  • Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and manage a diverse team of culinary and service staff, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.
  • Guest Experience: Develop strategies to enhance guest engagement and satisfaction, including special events, tastings, and culinary demonstrations.
  • Budget Management: Prepare and manage the food and beverage budget, optimizing and generating revenue and controlling costs while maintaining high standards.
  • Inventory Control: Oversee inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels and adherence to food safety regulations.
  • Marketing Initiatives: Collaborate with the marketing team to promote dining experiences, special events, and partnerships with the Celebrity Chef.

Why Work at Hyatt?

  • Enjoy free meals in our colleague cafeteria for every shift worked
  • Free parking on-site
  • 1 hour of sick pay earned for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours/year
  • Discounted & Complimentary hotel room nights
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance – (Full-Time colleagues after 30 days)
  • Flexible Spending Account (Full-Time colleagues)
  • Retirement Savings Plan
  • Basic Life Insurance
  • PTO earned based on hours worked, up to 17 days in your first year (Full-Time & Part-Time)
  • Opportunities to work around the world with Hyatt Hotels and Resorts
  • Annual of Season Ski Pass Bonus

Hyatt associates work in an environment that demands exceptional performance yet reaps great rewards. Whether it's career opportunities, job enrichment, or a supportive work environment, if you're ready for this challenge, then we're ready for you.

Hyatt is an Equal Opportunity Employer - M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with people of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds
  • 6 years or more of progressive hotel Food and Beverage experience (typically with Hyatt)
  • Experience running a seasonal resort, showing ability to be agile in staffing, cost, and budgetary needs
  • Service-oriented style with professional presentation skills
  • At least 5 years experience in a senior role in a food and beverage environment
  • Proven leadership skills
  • Must possess the following strengths: high energy, entrepreneurial spirit, motivational leader, proven track record in high-volume concept, effective communicator, effective in providing exceptional customer service, and ability to improve the bottom line
  • Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Must have excellent organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills
  • Experience implementing new F&B concepts

Seasonal resort experience with ability to manage shifting labor needs

Understanding of food and beverage profitability and productivity

Collaborative spirit with ability to bring multiple teams together to reach common goals



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