Corporate Director of Food and Beverage
Proper Hospitality, Los Angeles, CA, United States
Proper Hospitality is seeking a dynamic, strategic leader to shape and scale the food and beverage vision across our growing portfolio of hotels—someone who can balance creativity with disciplined execution while elevating the guest experience at every touchpoint.
Position Overview The Corporate Director of Food & Beverage reports directly to the SVP of Food & Beverage and is responsible for the vision, performance, and evolution of all food and beverage programming across Proper Hospitality’s expanding portfolio. This role drives brand consistency while championing innovation, ensuring each property delivers best-in-class, locally relevant, and financially successful F&B experiences.
With continued expansion across multiple markets, this leader will play a critical role in scaling systems, developing talent, and elevating the overall culinary and beverage identity of the company.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership
Define and execute the overarching F&B strategy across all properties
Ensure alignment between brand standards and property-level creativity
Identify emerging trends and translate them into actionable concepts and programming
Partner with executive leadership on growth strategy and new market entry
Operational Excellence
Oversee performance of all F&B outlets, ensuring profitability, quality, and guest satisfaction
Establish and refine SOPs, service standards, and operational frameworks
Analyze financial performance (P&Ls, cost controls, labor models) and drive continuous improvement
Lead multi‑unit operational reviews and performance audits
Concept & Brand Development
Collaborate with culinary, design, and marketing teams to evolve existing concepts
Ensure each outlet reflects Proper Hospitality’s brand ethos while remaining locally relevant
Guide menu strategy, pricing models, and beverage programs across the portfolio
Leadership & Culture
Mentor and develop property‑level F&B leaders (Directors, GMs, Chefs)
Build a strong leadership pipeline to support portfolio growth
Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and creativity
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Development, Design, Marketing, and Revenue teams
Support pre‑opening teams and ensure smooth operational transitions
Align F&B initiatives with overall hotel performance goals
Qualifications
10+ years of progressive F&B leadership experience, including multi‑unit oversight
Strong financial acumen with proven success driving profitability
Deep understanding of restaurant, bar, and hotel F&B operations
Experience with lifestyle/luxury hospitality brands preferred
Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to travel frequently across properties
What Success Looks Like
Consistent F&B performance across all properties
Scalable systems that support rapid growth
Distinct, memorable concepts that drive guest engagement and revenue
A strong bench of F&B leaders across the portfolio
$175,000‑200,000
Compensation & Recognition
Competitive Salary + Bonus : Rewarding exceptional talent and performance across all levels.
Recognition Programs : Celebrating achievements big and small through company‑wide appreciation and milestone rewards.
Annual Performance Reviews : Regular opportunities for feedback, growth, and advancement.
Culture of Growth & Belonging
Culture of Growth : A collaborative, design‑forward environment that values creativity, intelligence, and curiosity.
Guided Skills Development : Access to training, leadership programs, mentorship, and cross‑property mobility.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging : We honor individuality while fostering a culture of respect and belonging across all teams.
Community Engagement : Opportunities to give back through local volunteerism, sustainability, and charitable partnerships.
Comprehensive Health Coverage : Medical, dental, and vision plans through Aetna.
Wellness Access : Company‑subsidized memberships with Equinox and ClassPass, plus wellbeing workshops and mental health resources.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Confidential support for emotional wellbeing, financial planning, and life management through Unum.
Time Off & Flexibility
Paid Time Off : Flexible PTO plus 11 paid holidays each year for corporate team members.
Paid Parental Leave : Paid time off for eligible employees welcoming a new child through birth, adoption, or foster placement.
Flexible Work Practices : Hybrid schedules for eligible roles and an emphasis on work‑life balance.
Financial Wellbeing & Core Protections
401(k) Program : Company match of 50% of employee deferrals, up to the first 4% of eligible compensation.
Employer‑Paid Life & Disability Insurance : Core protections with optional additional coverage.
Financial Education : Access to planning tools and workshops to support long‑term stability and growth.
Hotel Stay Benefits : 75% off BAR (floor of $100) across the Proper portfolio.
Design Hotels Partnership : 50% off participating Marriott Design Hotels.
Dining Discounts : 75% off food & beverage at all Proper Hospitality outlets.
Lifestyle Perks : Complimentary or subsidized parking, cell phone reimbursement, and exclusive hospitality and retail discounts.
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Position Overview The Corporate Director of Food & Beverage reports directly to the SVP of Food & Beverage and is responsible for the vision, performance, and evolution of all food and beverage programming across Proper Hospitality’s expanding portfolio. This role drives brand consistency while championing innovation, ensuring each property delivers best-in-class, locally relevant, and financially successful F&B experiences.
With continued expansion across multiple markets, this leader will play a critical role in scaling systems, developing talent, and elevating the overall culinary and beverage identity of the company.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership
Define and execute the overarching F&B strategy across all properties
Ensure alignment between brand standards and property-level creativity
Identify emerging trends and translate them into actionable concepts and programming
Partner with executive leadership on growth strategy and new market entry
Operational Excellence
Oversee performance of all F&B outlets, ensuring profitability, quality, and guest satisfaction
Establish and refine SOPs, service standards, and operational frameworks
Analyze financial performance (P&Ls, cost controls, labor models) and drive continuous improvement
Lead multi‑unit operational reviews and performance audits
Concept & Brand Development
Collaborate with culinary, design, and marketing teams to evolve existing concepts
Ensure each outlet reflects Proper Hospitality’s brand ethos while remaining locally relevant
Guide menu strategy, pricing models, and beverage programs across the portfolio
Leadership & Culture
Mentor and develop property‑level F&B leaders (Directors, GMs, Chefs)
Build a strong leadership pipeline to support portfolio growth
Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and creativity
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Development, Design, Marketing, and Revenue teams
Support pre‑opening teams and ensure smooth operational transitions
Align F&B initiatives with overall hotel performance goals
Qualifications
10+ years of progressive F&B leadership experience, including multi‑unit oversight
Strong financial acumen with proven success driving profitability
Deep understanding of restaurant, bar, and hotel F&B operations
Experience with lifestyle/luxury hospitality brands preferred
Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to travel frequently across properties
What Success Looks Like
Consistent F&B performance across all properties
Scalable systems that support rapid growth
Distinct, memorable concepts that drive guest engagement and revenue
A strong bench of F&B leaders across the portfolio
$175,000‑200,000
Compensation & Recognition
Competitive Salary + Bonus : Rewarding exceptional talent and performance across all levels.
Recognition Programs : Celebrating achievements big and small through company‑wide appreciation and milestone rewards.
Annual Performance Reviews : Regular opportunities for feedback, growth, and advancement.
Culture of Growth & Belonging
Culture of Growth : A collaborative, design‑forward environment that values creativity, intelligence, and curiosity.
Guided Skills Development : Access to training, leadership programs, mentorship, and cross‑property mobility.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging : We honor individuality while fostering a culture of respect and belonging across all teams.
Community Engagement : Opportunities to give back through local volunteerism, sustainability, and charitable partnerships.
Comprehensive Health Coverage : Medical, dental, and vision plans through Aetna.
Wellness Access : Company‑subsidized memberships with Equinox and ClassPass, plus wellbeing workshops and mental health resources.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) : Confidential support for emotional wellbeing, financial planning, and life management through Unum.
Time Off & Flexibility
Paid Time Off : Flexible PTO plus 11 paid holidays each year for corporate team members.
Paid Parental Leave : Paid time off for eligible employees welcoming a new child through birth, adoption, or foster placement.
Flexible Work Practices : Hybrid schedules for eligible roles and an emphasis on work‑life balance.
Financial Wellbeing & Core Protections
401(k) Program : Company match of 50% of employee deferrals, up to the first 4% of eligible compensation.
Employer‑Paid Life & Disability Insurance : Core protections with optional additional coverage.
Financial Education : Access to planning tools and workshops to support long‑term stability and growth.
Hotel Stay Benefits : 75% off BAR (floor of $100) across the Proper portfolio.
Design Hotels Partnership : 50% off participating Marriott Design Hotels.
Dining Discounts : 75% off food & beverage at all Proper Hospitality outlets.
Lifestyle Perks : Complimentary or subsidized parking, cell phone reimbursement, and exclusive hospitality and retail discounts.
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