Director of Food and Beverage

The Post Oak Hotel is seeking a Director of Food and Beverage to join the only double Forbes Five-Star Hotel in Texas. We hire passionate and professional colleagues who genuinely delight our guests through curated and authentic experiences.

The Post Oak Hotel is seeking a Director of Food and Beverage to join our hotel team. The Director of Food and Beverage manages all aspects of the Food & Beverage division which includes all restaurants, bars & lounges, banquets, room service, private bars and stewarding.

• Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization's Food & Beverage Division.
• Provide leadership and guidance to colleagues and coordinate the recruitment, training, development, and evaluation of personnel in the Food & Beverage Division. Provide mentoring, coaching and regular feedback to help improve team member performance.
• Uphold Five-Star service standards by proactively resolving guest concerns, anticipating needs, and creating exceptional guest experiences.
• Be visible in the operation, recognize and maintain relationships with regular guests as well as cultivate relationships with new patrons through effective marketing and personal relationships.
• Oversee financial success. Control labor and operating expenses through effective planning, purchasing decisions, and inventory control while focusing on creative cost control and revenue generation solutions.
• Participate in preparation of the hotel's strategic and marketing plans. Prepare the Food and Beverage Department budget with duties to include menu planning and costs, preparation and presentation of food and drinks.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and liquor laws, as well as all internal food & beverage policies. Ensure teams have the necessary resources and equipment required for their role and are empowered to carry out job duties.

• Aspire to our values of being passionate, strive for excellence, remain relevant, collaborate and act with honor and integrity
• Five (5) years of management experience in banquets and food and beverage outlets within a luxury hotel or 3 years of Director of Food & Beverage experience preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred or relevant work experience, skills, and knowledge that are deemed comparable to a degree.
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends and holidays is required.
• Physical demands: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and prolong extended periods of standing.