Director of Food & Beverage
SkyBridge Luxury & Associates, Chatham, MA, United States
Position Summary
The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for the overall leadership, strategy, and performance of all food and beverage operations within a luxury resort. This includes restaurants, bars, lounges, banquets, in-room dining, and pool or beach outlets.
This executive role ensures exceptional service standards, innovative culinary and beverage programming, and strong financial performance while delivering a world-class guest experience aligned with luxury brand expectations.
The ideal candidate is a dynamic, hands-on leader with extensive luxury resort experience and a passion for hospitality excellence.
Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Operations Oversee all F&B outlets, including signature restaurants, casual dining, bars, banquets, and in-room dining Develop and execute F&B strategies aligned with the resort’s positioning and guest profile Ensure seamless, high-touch service across all outlets and experiences Collaborate with Culinary leadership to drive innovation and consistency Financial Performance Manage departmental budgets, forecasting, and P&L performance Drive revenue growth through creative programming, upselling, and outlet optimization Monitor and control food cost, beverage cost, and labor expenses Analyze financial performance and implement strategies to maximize profitability Guest Experience & Brand Standards Maintain luxury service standards aligned with Forbes Five-Star or AAA Five Diamond expectations Monitor guest feedback and implement continuous improvement initiatives Ensure all outlets reflect the resort’s brand identity and service philosophy Support VIP experiences, special events, and high-profile functions Team Leadership & Development Recruit, train, and develop F&B managers and service teams Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and engagement Provide coaching, performance management, and leadership development Ensure proper staffing levels and labor optimization Sales, Events & Collaboration Partner with Sales & Catering to maximize banquet and event revenue Support marketing initiatives, promotions, and seasonal programming Collaborate with Rooms, Spa, and other departments to enhance the overall guest experience Compliance & Quality Assurance Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations Maintain liquor law compliance and responsible alcohol service standards Oversee quality assurance, brand audits, and operational standards
Required Qualifications 8–10+ years of progressive Food & Beverage xsgimln leadership experience in luxury hotels or resorts Proven success managing multi-outlet F&B operations and large banquet programs Strong financial acumen with full P&L responsibility Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays Experience in Forbes Five-Star or AAA Five Diamond resorts Preferred Qualifications Background in destination or seasonal resort markets Experience managing union teams (if applicable) Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or related field Compensation & Benefits Competitive executive salary Performance-based bonus program Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits Paid time off and holidays Relocation assistance (if applicable) Resort perks and career growth opportunities
Experience, qualification, and soft skills, have you got everything required to succeed in this opportunity Find out below.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Operations Oversee all F&B outlets, including signature restaurants, casual dining, bars, banquets, and in-room dining Develop and execute F&B strategies aligned with the resort’s positioning and guest profile Ensure seamless, high-touch service across all outlets and experiences Collaborate with Culinary leadership to drive innovation and consistency Financial Performance Manage departmental budgets, forecasting, and P&L performance Drive revenue growth through creative programming, upselling, and outlet optimization Monitor and control food cost, beverage cost, and labor expenses Analyze financial performance and implement strategies to maximize profitability Guest Experience & Brand Standards Maintain luxury service standards aligned with Forbes Five-Star or AAA Five Diamond expectations Monitor guest feedback and implement continuous improvement initiatives Ensure all outlets reflect the resort’s brand identity and service philosophy Support VIP experiences, special events, and high-profile functions Team Leadership & Development Recruit, train, and develop F&B managers and service teams Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and engagement Provide coaching, performance management, and leadership development Ensure proper staffing levels and labor optimization Sales, Events & Collaboration Partner with Sales & Catering to maximize banquet and event revenue Support marketing initiatives, promotions, and seasonal programming Collaborate with Rooms, Spa, and other departments to enhance the overall guest experience Compliance & Quality Assurance Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations Maintain liquor law compliance and responsible alcohol service standards Oversee quality assurance, brand audits, and operational standards
Required Qualifications 8–10+ years of progressive Food & Beverage xsgimln leadership experience in luxury hotels or resorts Proven success managing multi-outlet F&B operations and large banquet programs Strong financial acumen with full P&L responsibility Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays Experience in Forbes Five-Star or AAA Five Diamond resorts Preferred Qualifications Background in destination or seasonal resort markets Experience managing union teams (if applicable) Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management or related field Compensation & Benefits Competitive executive salary Performance-based bonus program Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits Paid time off and holidays Relocation assistance (if applicable) Resort perks and career growth opportunities