Food & Beverage Director

Food & Beverage Director The Beverly Hills Hotel - 4.0 Beverly Hills, CA Job Details Permanent | Full-time $179,800 - $199,800 a year 13 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Lunch & learns Qualifications Stakeholder engagement Hotel and accommodations room service coordination Fine dining experience English Food and beverage industry expertise Bar management Hotel restaurant experience Full Job Description Your future, our legacy Hotel The Beverly Hills Hotel Division & Department Food & Beverage - Restaurant Job Title Food & Beverage Director Contract Type Permanent Status Full time Position Overview The Food & Beverage Director serves as the strategic leader of all Food & Beverage operations at The Beverly Hills Hotel, responsible for delivering exceptional guest experiences, driving financial performance, fostering innovation, and cultivating a culture of excellence across the division. Lead, mentor and inspire a diverse team of leaders and colleagues, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, professional growth, and engagement while championing and strengthening Dorchester Collection's We Care culture. What you'll get As a Food & Beverage Director at The Beverly Hills Hotel, here are just some of the great benefits you will receive: Complimentary stays with breakfast included in all 10 Dorchester Collection hotels - stay once a year at each hotel! (subject to availability and seniority terms) 50% off at bars and restaurants within all of our Dorchester Collection hotels World class development opportunities (Service Excellence Training, Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging Trainings, Monthly Lunch & Learns) Social events throughout the year, including Quarterly Employee Appreciation Day events, Quarterly Employee Awards, Annual End of Year Gala Free Meals on Duty Exclusive Access to a discount platform featuring 1000s of retailers Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision Benefit Competitive retirement scheme As a Food & Beverage Director at The Beverly Hills Hotel, your compensation will range between $179,800-$199,800 What you'll do Leadership & Operations Provide executive leadership and operational oversight for all Food & Beverage operations, including restaurants, bars, in-room dining, banquets, culinary operations, stewarding, and future outlet concepts. Partner with the Pre-Opening Team to lead the planning, development, and successful launch of five new Food & Beverage venues scheduled for Fall 2026, including a signature restaurant, standalone bars, a private dining room, and a screening room concept. Establish and execute the overall Food & Beverage strategy, ensuring alignment with Dorchester Collection standards, luxury service expectations, brand positioning, and business objectives. Maintain operational excellence across all outlets by ensuring the highest standards of quality, service, presentation, cleanliness, and compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, and regulatory requirements. Financial & Commercial Performance Direct all aspects of financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, revenue optimization, labor management, inventory controls, cost management, capital planning, and profit-and-loss accountability. Drive financial performance and operational results to successfully achieve monthly accountability objectives. Analyse business performance, guest trends, competitive market conditions, and financial results to identify opportunities for revenue growth, operational efficiencies, and enhanced guest satisfaction. Partner with Revenue Management, Sales & Marketing, Finance, and operational leaders to maximize profitability and support overall hotel performance. Maintain expert knowledge of local and global food and beverage trends, positioning The Beverly Hills Hotel as a premier culinary destination and its outlets among the most sought-after in luxury hospitality. Guest Experience & Innovation Collaborate closely with Culinary, Restaurant, and Beverage leadership teams, including the development of a new beverage leadership structure, to create innovative dining, beverage, entertainment, and experiential programming that strengthens market positioning and guest engagement. Champion guest satisfaction through proactive engagement with guest feedback platforms, service recovery initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts. Foster strong relationships with guests, VIP clientele, industry partners, and community stakeholders to enhance brand reputation, elevate the guest experience, and cultivate long-term loyalty. Talent Development & Culture Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Food & Beverage leaders, fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, professional growth, and succession planning. Instill a culture of exceptional attention to detail. Evaluate organizational structures, staffing models, and operational processes to ensure resources are effectively aligned with business demands and future growth initiatives. What you'll bring Minimum five (5) years of experience as a Food & Beverage Director in Five Star, Five Diamond, or comparable luxury environment with multiple restaurant, bar, banqueting and in-room dining operations. Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent luxury hospitality leadership experience will be considered. English is the primary language used in our hotel. Our Food & Beverage Director must feel comfortable communicating in this language. Proven ability to collaborate effectively across departments and build strong partnerships with operational and corporate stakeholders to achieve shared business objectives. Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, evenings, and other business-critical periods required by hotel operations. Active contributor to the Hotel Executive Committee and senior leadership team, demonstrating initiative, collaboration, and sound business judgment. Position location Job Location USA Location 9641 Sunset Blvd 90210 Beverly Hills