Director Of Food & Beverage

The Director of Food & Beverage will demonstrate the following key characteristics:

• Strong community relations
• College degree preferably specializing in hotel/restaurant management experience is required.
• Five to seven years previous experience in food & beverage department head position.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong, innovative mindset
• Ability to motivate and lead a team of professionals

The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for the:

• Facilitate and monitor training, recommend the hiring, terminating, or disciplining of any Food and Beverage employee.
• Comply with Four Seasons Category One and Two Work Rules and Standards of Conduct as set forth in EmPact.
• Regularly monitor the F&B staff to ensure that none of the F&B departments are in difficulty.
• Establish rational annual income and expenditure plans for the F&B.
• Respond according to the crisis management plan to any hotel and residencies emergency or safety situation.
• Conducting recruitment interviews according to the Four Seasons Quality Criteria and conducting our "Evolve Interview Guide" to ensure that staff are well informed about the department's objectives and hotel policies.
• Contribute to the development of the hotel's annual marketing plan, taking advantage of all Departments to increase revenue and improve the hotel's image.
• Work closely with the General Management, Chefs and Sommelier to design the cards/menus.
• Directing and controlling the activities of the various departments of the F&B Department to ensure the application of the Four Seasons quality standards, policies and procedures.
• Concentrate its efforts on maximizing the Department's profit and controlling costs.
• Performing the necessary controls in all areas of the F&B Department to ensure that quality standards are met.
• Management of the day-to-day life of the Department, both at the operational and administrative levels.
• Comply with Four Seasons standards for Food and Beverage, while working harmoniously and professionally with co-workers and planning committee.
• Monitor the proper management of the Department's payroll.
• To work in harmony with colleagues and supervisors.
• Prepare and conduct annual performance reviews in accordance with hotel policy and to inform management of any developments within the department.
• To be present on the operations and to position oneself as an interlocutor of choice.
• Participate in the development of the team through personalized monitoring of each member of his or her team and by proposing training actions to improve individual performance.
• Communicate with all Departments of the hotel on business fluctuations and developments, special guests and groups.
• Develop excellent relationships with guests, regulars and group contacts in order to provide a quality and personalized service to the guests.

The Director of Food and Beverage forms part of the Hotel Leadership team who collectively make key strategic and operational decisions for the Hotel or Resort.

About Four Seasons Hotel & Private Residences Nashville

Nashville, a city of rich culture & home to Southern hospitality. Superb residences set high above the downtown buzz with far-reaching views of the Cumberland River and city skyline. 40 stories high, with 235 keys (42 suites) and 143 residence units the property is located in the upmarket neighborhood of SoBro where floor to ceiling windows provide unobstructed downtown panoramic views. The hotel features 19,200 sq ft of meeting space, a Southern Italian restaurant, a luxury spa and an outdoor pool deck.

Service Culture

Currently operating 120 hotels and resorts, and 44 residential properties in major city centers and resort destinations in 47 countries, and with more than 50 projects under planning or development, Four Seasons consistently ranks among the world's best hotels and most prestigious brands in reader polls, traveler reviews and industry awards. Our greatest asset, and the key to our success, is our people. We believe that each of us needs a sense of dignity, pride and satisfaction in what we do.

What to Expect

Competitive Salary & Wages

401(k) Retirement Plan

Excellent Training and Development opportunities

Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

Complimentary Dry Cleaning for Employee Uniforms

Complimentary Employee Meals

… and so much more!

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.