Assistant Director of F&B

Alida Harper Fowlkes was a celebrated entrepreneur within the city. We celebrate the Alidas of our time—the self-made artisans who cultivate Savannah's contemporary spirit—within the walls of our 173-room hotel. The Alida joins modern life with timeless Southern charm on Savannah's revitalized riverfront.

About the role

The Assistant Director of Food & Beverage supports the strategic and daily leadership of the restaurant and bar operations while partnering closely with operational leaders to deliver exceptional guest experiences. This role is responsible for supporting team development, operational efficiency, financial performance, and service execution across Food & Beverage outlets. The ideal candidate is a collaborative hospitality professional with strong operational experience, leadership presence, and a passion for developing people and elevating service standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the leadership and oversight of daily Food & Beverage operations.
• Assist in hiring, training, and developing front of house team members.
• Maintain and uphold service standards and operational procedures.
• Assist with scheduling, inventory management, ordering, and labor oversight.
• Collaborate with culinary and operational leaders on menu execution and guest experience initiatives.
• Respond to guest feedback and help resolve service concerns professionally and efficiently.
• Provide leadership support during service periods, including opening and closing responsibilities.
• Foster a positive and engaging team culture.

Requirements

• Prior experience as a Restaurant General Manager or senior Food & Beverage leader preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to multitask and perform effectively in a fast-paced hospitality environment.
• Passion for hospitality, team development, and guest satisfaction.
• Ability to lead and motivate diverse teams in a high-volume environment.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Benefits

As part of the Makeready collection, we proudly offer a variety of thoughtful benefits for eligible team members including:

• Accommodating PTO/PTO exchange
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Pet insurance
• Company-matched dependent care & 401k
• Student loan repayment program
• A wide range of additional ancillary benefits

The health, happiness, and well-being of our team is our top priority. We take pride in our Guiding Principles to help define how we successfully work together.