Food & Beverage Director
Coral Hospitality, Helen, GA, United States
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Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.
Are you a visionary hospitality leader ready to elevate dining experiences in a one‑of‑a‑kind destination? Unicoi State Park & Lodge is seeking a strategic, hands‑on Food & Beverage Director to lead and oversee all food and beverage operations across our property—including our signature restaurants, Smith Creek Tavern and Anna’s Italian, banquet and catering services, and group events.
If you’re passionate about leadership, innovation, and delivering exceptional guest experiences at scale, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
About the Role As Food & Beverage Director, you will provide strategic direction and operational leadership for all dining outlets and event services across the Lodge. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving performance, enhancing guest satisfaction, and building a strong, service‑driven culture.
You’ll oversee multiple concepts—each with its own identity—while ensuring consistency, quality, and profitability across the entire F&B operation.
What You’ll Do
Provide overall leadership and direction for all food & beverage operations, including restaurants, bar, catering, and banquets
Lead, develop, and inspire department managers and team members to achieve excellence
Partner with the Executive Chef to design innovative menus and seasonal offerings
Establish and maintain high standards for service, quality, and guest satisfaction
Oversee financial performance including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and revenue growth
Analyze P&L statements and implement strategies to improve profitability
Manage vendor relationships, purchasing programs, and inventory controls
Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations
Collaborate with other departments to enhance the overall guest experience
Drive a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
What You Bring
Proven leadership experience as a Food & Beverage Director or senior F&B leader in a resort, lodge, or multi‑outlet environment
Strong business acumen with experience managing budgets, P&Ls, and financial performance
Exceptional leadership and team development skills
A guest‑focused mindset with a passion for creating memorable dining experiences
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on operational execution
Experience overseeing multiple outlets and large‑scale events or banquets
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
The opportunity to lead and shape a diverse, multi‑outlet F&B program in a stunning natural setting
A collaborative and supportive leadership team that values innovation and initiative
The ability to influence both day‑to‑day operations and long‑term strategy
Competitive compensation package with performance‑based incentives
A culture rooted in hospitality, teamwork, and excellence
If you’re ready to lead at a higher level and create exceptional experiences across an entire destination, we’d love to connect. Step into a role where your vision and leadership define the guest experience at Unicoi State Park & Lodge.
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Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.
Are you a visionary hospitality leader ready to elevate dining experiences in a one‑of‑a‑kind destination? Unicoi State Park & Lodge is seeking a strategic, hands‑on Food & Beverage Director to lead and oversee all food and beverage operations across our property—including our signature restaurants, Smith Creek Tavern and Anna’s Italian, banquet and catering services, and group events.
If you’re passionate about leadership, innovation, and delivering exceptional guest experiences at scale, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
About the Role As Food & Beverage Director, you will provide strategic direction and operational leadership for all dining outlets and event services across the Lodge. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving performance, enhancing guest satisfaction, and building a strong, service‑driven culture.
You’ll oversee multiple concepts—each with its own identity—while ensuring consistency, quality, and profitability across the entire F&B operation.
What You’ll Do
Provide overall leadership and direction for all food & beverage operations, including restaurants, bar, catering, and banquets
Lead, develop, and inspire department managers and team members to achieve excellence
Partner with the Executive Chef to design innovative menus and seasonal offerings
Establish and maintain high standards for service, quality, and guest satisfaction
Oversee financial performance including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and revenue growth
Analyze P&L statements and implement strategies to improve profitability
Manage vendor relationships, purchasing programs, and inventory controls
Ensure full compliance with health, safety, and licensing regulations
Collaborate with other departments to enhance the overall guest experience
Drive a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
What You Bring
Proven leadership experience as a Food & Beverage Director or senior F&B leader in a resort, lodge, or multi‑outlet environment
Strong business acumen with experience managing budgets, P&Ls, and financial performance
Exceptional leadership and team development skills
A guest‑focused mindset with a passion for creating memorable dining experiences
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on operational execution
Experience overseeing multiple outlets and large‑scale events or banquets
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
The opportunity to lead and shape a diverse, multi‑outlet F&B program in a stunning natural setting
A collaborative and supportive leadership team that values innovation and initiative
The ability to influence both day‑to‑day operations and long‑term strategy
Competitive compensation package with performance‑based incentives
A culture rooted in hospitality, teamwork, and excellence
If you’re ready to lead at a higher level and create exceptional experiences across an entire destination, we’d love to connect. Step into a role where your vision and leadership define the guest experience at Unicoi State Park & Lodge.
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