Gecko Hospitality (Corporate) · 4 weeks ago
Director of Food & Beverage Operations
Houston, TX, US
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$140K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expGecko Hospitality is seeking an experienced Director of Food and Beverage to lead their Banquet, F&B Outlets, and Stewarding service operations at their luxury hotel. The role involves managing the comprehensive Food & Beverage division, driving operational excellence, and ensuring superior service standards for guests.
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Responsibilities
Assume full responsibility for the daily operations and long-term strategy of the organization's Food & Beverage Division
Coordinate recruitment, training, and performance evaluation for all F&B personnel. Provide consistent coaching, mentoring, and feedback to foster a culture of growth and high performance
Participate actively in the preparation of the hotel’s strategic marketing plans. Ensure teams are equipped with the resources and authority necessary to execute their duties effectively
Uphold Forbes Five-Star service standards by proactively anticipating guest needs and resolving concerns efficiently
Maintain high visibility within operations to cultivate relationships with regular patrons and develop connections with new guests through personalized engagement
Oversee the financial health of the division. Implement creative solutions for revenue generation while controlling labor and operating expenses through strategic planning, purchasing, and inventory management
Prepare and manage the Food and Beverage Department budget, including menu planning, costing, and pricing strategies for food and beverage offerings
Ensure strict compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, and liquor laws, as well as internal corporate policies
Qualification
Required
Minimum of five (5) years of management experience in banquets and food and beverage outlets within the luxury hotel sector, or three (3) years of specific Director of Food & Beverage experience in Luxury Hotels, preferably FORBES rated 5-Star
Bachelor's Degree preferred, or equivalent relevant work experience and skills comparable to a degree
Demonstrated alignment with our values: passion, excellence, relevance, collaboration, honor, and integrity
Superior written and oral communication skills are essential for effective leadership and stakeholder management
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to support business needs
Company
Gecko Hospitality (Corporate)
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51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2023-08-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Andrea Hudon
Franchise Partner
Andy Bhikhari, CPC
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