Food and Beverage Executive

3 weeks ago


Big Bear Lake, California, United States Gecko Hospitality Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Director of Food & Beverage to oversee all food and beverage operations at our premier year-round resort.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in hospitality management, with experience in managing multiple outlets, culinary and banquets, and a keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities
  1. Manage the resort's dining outlets, bars, catering, culinary, and banqueting services to ensure guest satisfaction and profitability
  2. Lead, develop, and mentor a diverse team of managers and staff, fostering an environment of excellence and continuous improvement
  3. Guarantee a seamless guest experience by maintaining exceptional service and product quality standards across all food and beverage touchpoints
  4. Implement forward-thinking dining trends and creative concepts to align with industry standards and guest expectations, enhancing the resort's reputation for culinary excellence
  5. Oversee departmental budgets, ensure cost control, and optimize financial performance without compromising service quality
  6. Ensure adherence to all food safety, hygiene, and resort-specific health regulations across all outlets and operations
  7. Collaborate with the executive team and other departments to align food and beverage operations with the resort's broader goals and strategies
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, or a related field is preferred or equal experience
  • A minimum of 7 years of progressive food and beverage management experience, ideally within large-scale resorts or luxury hotels. Demonstrated success in managing multi-outlet operations, culinary and banquets with a keen eye for attention to detail
  • Proven ability to lead and inspire large teams with a focus on talent development and high performance. Experience in coaching and mentoring department heads and staff
  • Extensive knowledge of industry trends, best practices, and emerging dining innovations. Strong financial acumen, with experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets. Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with staff, guests, and stakeholders. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining impeccable standards of quality and service
What We Offer
  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and vacation allowances
  • Professional development opportunities and access to leading industry resources
  • Relocation assistance (negotiable)

An estimated salary of $120,000 - $150,000 per year based on industry standards and location.



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