Director of Food And Beverage (Nashville)
Inn Cahoots, Nashville, TN, United States
About Inn Cahoots:
Inn Cahoots is Austin’s first large-party boutique hotel — a creative campus designed for connection, live music, and unforgettable group experiences. With event-driven hospitality, multiple bar concepts, and a focus on Austin’s vibrant culture, Inn Cahoots blends the comfort of a private stay with the energy of a music venue.
Inn Cahoots is opening in Nashville, between 1st and 2nd on Church. It will have 17 group travel hotel rooms (76 bedrooms) and 3 F&B outlets - a Buffalo Trace Tasting Room, a rooftop club with a pool, and a speakeasy.
Position Overview Inn Cahoots is seeking an experienced and service-driven Director of Food & Beverage to lead and scale all F&B operations across our Austin and Nashville campuses. This role oversees a diverse portfolio including bars, cocktail programs, event-driven F&B, in-room offerings, and high-volume service environments integrated within a boutique hotel and live music venue setting.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands how to operate elevated, high-energy hospitality concepts while maintaining strong financial discipline. The ideal candidate can build systems, develop teams, and create standout food and beverage experiences that align with the Inn Cahoots brand.
Key Responsibilities F&B Operations Leadership Oversee daily food & beverage operations across all outlets, including bars, event bars, rooftop service, and in-room offerings in both Austin and Nashville Ensure consistency in drink quality, service standards, and guest experience across all venues Develop and refine bar programs, menus, and service models to align with brand identity and market demand Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and alcohol service regulations Financial Oversight Own F&B P&L across both markets, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost controls Monitor revenue performance, pricing strategy, and margins across all outlets Manage labor, scheduling, and productivity to optimize profitability Identify opportunities to increase per-guest spend through programming, upsells, and service enhancements Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and develop bar managers, beverage directors, and F&B leadership teams across both cities Recruit, onboard, and train staff across all F&B roles Establish clear standards for service, training, and performance Foster a culture of accountability, hospitality, and high performance Guest Experience & Programming Elevate the guest experience through innovative beverage programs and seamless service Partner with events and programming teams to execute high-volume events, live music nights, and activations Oversee bar execution for private events, corporate buyouts, and large-scale activations Continuously refine offerings based on guest feedback and trends Brand & Growth Strategy Ensure all F&B outlets reflect the Inn Cahoots brand—fun, high-quality, and experience-driven Budget Formulation focusing on revenue growth and cost-containment strategies Collaborate with marketing on promotions, seasonal menus, and revenue-driving initiatives Support new concept development and expansion into additional markets Use operational data to drive innovation and continuous improvement
Qualifications 7–10+ years of progressive leadership experience in multi-unit food & beverage operations Strong background in bars, nightlife, or high-volume hospitality environments Proven success managing $20M+ in F&B revenue preferred Deep understanding of P&L management, inventory, and cost controls Experience building and leading teams across multiple locations Strong operational mindset with attention to detail and guest experience
Core Competencies F&B Expertise:
Strong command of bar operations, beverage programs, and high-volume service Financial Acumen:
Ability to drive profitability while maintaining quality Leadership:
Builds and develops high-performing teams Guest Focus:
Creates memorable, high-energy experiences Adaptability:
Thrives in fast-paced, multi-concept environments
Why This Role is Unique Lead F&B across a
hybrid hospitality + live music + events concept Oversee operations in
two flagship cities: Austin & Nashville Shape the beverage and service experience across
bars, rooftops, and large-scale events Be part of scaling a brand that blends
hospitality, nightlife, and culture
Inn Cahoots is opening in Nashville, between 1st and 2nd on Church. It will have 17 group travel hotel rooms (76 bedrooms) and 3 F&B outlets - a Buffalo Trace Tasting Room, a rooftop club with a pool, and a speakeasy.
Position Overview Inn Cahoots is seeking an experienced and service-driven Director of Food & Beverage to lead and scale all F&B operations across our Austin and Nashville campuses. This role oversees a diverse portfolio including bars, cocktail programs, event-driven F&B, in-room offerings, and high-volume service environments integrated within a boutique hotel and live music venue setting.
This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands how to operate elevated, high-energy hospitality concepts while maintaining strong financial discipline. The ideal candidate can build systems, develop teams, and create standout food and beverage experiences that align with the Inn Cahoots brand.
Key Responsibilities F&B Operations Leadership Oversee daily food & beverage operations across all outlets, including bars, event bars, rooftop service, and in-room offerings in both Austin and Nashville Ensure consistency in drink quality, service standards, and guest experience across all venues Develop and refine bar programs, menus, and service models to align with brand identity and market demand Maintain compliance with all health, safety, and alcohol service regulations Financial Oversight Own F&B P&L across both markets, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost controls Monitor revenue performance, pricing strategy, and margins across all outlets Manage labor, scheduling, and productivity to optimize profitability Identify opportunities to increase per-guest spend through programming, upsells, and service enhancements Team Leadership & Development Lead, mentor, and develop bar managers, beverage directors, and F&B leadership teams across both cities Recruit, onboard, and train staff across all F&B roles Establish clear standards for service, training, and performance Foster a culture of accountability, hospitality, and high performance Guest Experience & Programming Elevate the guest experience through innovative beverage programs and seamless service Partner with events and programming teams to execute high-volume events, live music nights, and activations Oversee bar execution for private events, corporate buyouts, and large-scale activations Continuously refine offerings based on guest feedback and trends Brand & Growth Strategy Ensure all F&B outlets reflect the Inn Cahoots brand—fun, high-quality, and experience-driven Budget Formulation focusing on revenue growth and cost-containment strategies Collaborate with marketing on promotions, seasonal menus, and revenue-driving initiatives Support new concept development and expansion into additional markets Use operational data to drive innovation and continuous improvement
Qualifications 7–10+ years of progressive leadership experience in multi-unit food & beverage operations Strong background in bars, nightlife, or high-volume hospitality environments Proven success managing $20M+ in F&B revenue preferred Deep understanding of P&L management, inventory, and cost controls Experience building and leading teams across multiple locations Strong operational mindset with attention to detail and guest experience
Core Competencies F&B Expertise:
Strong command of bar operations, beverage programs, and high-volume service Financial Acumen:
Ability to drive profitability while maintaining quality Leadership:
Builds and develops high-performing teams Guest Focus:
Creates memorable, high-energy experiences Adaptability:
Thrives in fast-paced, multi-concept environments
Why This Role is Unique Lead F&B across a
hybrid hospitality + live music + events concept Oversee operations in
two flagship cities: Austin & Nashville Shape the beverage and service experience across
bars, rooftops, and large-scale events Be part of scaling a brand that blends
hospitality, nightlife, and culture