Director of Food And Beverage
LV Search Partners
Vancouver, WA
Full-time
Posted Jun 12, 2026
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Job Description
Director of Food Operations - Position Summary
The Director of Food Operations is responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership across multiple food service concepts within a high-volume hospitality environment. This role oversees daily operations, team development, financial performance, guest satisfaction, inventory management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure operational excellence and consistent service standards.
Key Responsibilitie
• Provide leadership and direction for multiple food service outlets and operational teams
• Foster a culture centered on exceptional guest experiences, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Coach, mentor, and develop management teams to drive engagement, performance, and career growth
• Collaborate with culinary leadership and other operational departments to achieve business objectives and maximize efficiencies
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health regulations, safety standards, and operational procedures
• Monitor service delivery standards and implement improvements to enhance the overall guest experience
• Review operational and financial performance metrics and develop action plans to improve profitability
• Partner with culinary and beverage leadership to evaluate menu offerings, pricing strategies, and product mix
• Identify emerging trends and recommend new products, programs, and initiatives to drive revenue growth
• Oversee inventory management practices, purchasing controls, and cost containment efforts
• Participate in budget development, forecasting, and financial planning activities
• Analyze labor utilization and staffing levels to align workforce resources with business demand
• Lead recruiting, succession planning, and talent development efforts within the division
• Work closely with guest experience teams to evaluate feedback and improve service outcomes
• Exercise sound judgment regarding guest recovery and service enhancement opportunities
• Maintain confidentiality of business information and personnel matters
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field; equivalent leadership experience may be considered
• Extensive leadership experience overseeing large-scale food service operations, preferably within a multi-unit environment
• Demonstrated success managing high-volume operations with strong financial accountability
• Experience with purchasing, inventory control, labor management, and cost optimization
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
• Proven ability to develop leaders and build high-performing teams
• Working knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, productivity management, and operational planning
• Proficiency with business software applications, including Microsoft Office and operational management systems
• Required food safety certifications or the ability to obtain them upon hire
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require
Preferred Experience
• Background in large-scale hospitality, entertainment, resort, gaming, or destination venue operations
• Experience leading diverse food service concepts within a complex operational environment
• Strong understanding of premium guest service standards and revenue-driving initiatives
Work Environment
• Fast-paced hospitality environment requiring regular movement throughout operational areas
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and occasionally lift or move moderate-weight items
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure while maintaining professionalism and service excellence.
The Director of Food Operations is responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership across multiple food service concepts within a high-volume hospitality environment. This role oversees daily operations, team development, financial performance, guest satisfaction, inventory management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure operational excellence and consistent service standards.
Key Responsibilitie
• Provide leadership and direction for multiple food service outlets and operational teams
• Foster a culture centered on exceptional guest experiences, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
• Coach, mentor, and develop management teams to drive engagement, performance, and career growth
• Collaborate with culinary leadership and other operational departments to achieve business objectives and maximize efficiencies
• Ensure compliance with company policies, health regulations, safety standards, and operational procedures
• Monitor service delivery standards and implement improvements to enhance the overall guest experience
• Review operational and financial performance metrics and develop action plans to improve profitability
• Partner with culinary and beverage leadership to evaluate menu offerings, pricing strategies, and product mix
• Identify emerging trends and recommend new products, programs, and initiatives to drive revenue growth
• Oversee inventory management practices, purchasing controls, and cost containment efforts
• Participate in budget development, forecasting, and financial planning activities
• Analyze labor utilization and staffing levels to align workforce resources with business demand
• Lead recruiting, succession planning, and talent development efforts within the division
• Work closely with guest experience teams to evaluate feedback and improve service outcomes
• Exercise sound judgment regarding guest recovery and service enhancement opportunities
• Maintain confidentiality of business information and personnel matters
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field; equivalent leadership experience may be considered
• Extensive leadership experience overseeing large-scale food service operations, preferably within a multi-unit environment
• Demonstrated success managing high-volume operations with strong financial accountability
• Experience with purchasing, inventory control, labor management, and cost optimization
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
• Proven ability to develop leaders and build high-performing teams
• Working knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, productivity management, and operational planning
• Proficiency with business software applications, including Microsoft Office and operational management systems
• Required food safety certifications or the ability to obtain them upon hire
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require
Preferred Experience
• Background in large-scale hospitality, entertainment, resort, gaming, or destination venue operations
• Experience leading diverse food service concepts within a complex operational environment
• Strong understanding of premium guest service standards and revenue-driving initiatives
Work Environment
• Fast-paced hospitality environment requiring regular movement throughout operational areas
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and occasionally lift or move moderate-weight items
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure while maintaining professionalism and service excellence.
Qualifications
- • Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or a related field; equivalent leadership experience may be considered
- • Extensive leadership experience overseeing large-scale food service operations, preferably within a multi-unit environment
- • Demonstrated success managing high-volume operations with strong financial accountability
- • Experience with purchasing, inventory control, labor management, and cost optimization
- • Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
- • Proven ability to develop leaders and build high-performing teams
- • Working knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, productivity management, and operational planning
- • Proficiency with business software applications, including Microsoft Office and operational management systems
- • Required food safety certifications or the ability to obtain them upon hire
- • Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require
- • Fast-paced hospitality environment requiring regular movement throughout operational areas
- • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and occasionally lift or move moderate-weight items
- • Ability to perform effectively under pressure while maintaining professionalism and service excellence
Responsibilities
- • The Director of Food Operations is responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership across multiple food service concepts within a high-volume hospitality environment
- • This role oversees daily operations, team development, financial performance, guest satisfaction, inventory management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure operational excellence and consistent service standards
- • Provide leadership and direction for multiple food service outlets and operational teams
- • Foster a culture centered on exceptional guest experiences, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement
- • Coach, mentor, and develop management teams to drive engagement, performance, and career growth
- • Collaborate with culinary leadership and other operational departments to achieve business objectives and maximize efficiencies
- • Ensure compliance with company policies, health regulations, safety standards, and operational procedures
- • Monitor service delivery standards and implement improvements to enhance the overall guest experience
- • Review operational and financial performance metrics and develop action plans to improve profitability
- • Partner with culinary and beverage leadership to evaluate menu offerings, pricing strategies, and product mix
- • Identify emerging trends and recommend new products, programs, and initiatives to drive revenue growth
- • Oversee inventory management practices, purchasing controls, and cost containment efforts
- • Participate in budget development, forecasting, and financial planning activities
- • Analyze labor utilization and staffing levels to align workforce resources with business demand
- • Lead recruiting, succession planning, and talent development efforts within the division
- • Work closely with guest experience teams to evaluate feedback and improve service outcomes
- • Exercise sound judgment regarding guest recovery and service enhancement opportunities
- • Maintain confidentiality of business information and personnel matters
- • Perform additional responsibilities as assigned