Food & Beverage Director (Courtyard Downtown Little Italy)

About the Company

Schulte Hospitality Group (SHG) is a division of Schulte Companies, a leading third-party management company with deep, multi-generational experience in all facets of the hospitality industry. We are a diverse team of innovative hoteliers and restauranteurs operating more than 200 locations across 38 states and 3 countries. Our portfolio includes reputable brands like Marriott, Hilton, IHG, and Hyatt, as well as unique, independent, boutique, and lifestyle properties and restaurants.

SHG’s success is rooted in its service culture. Our mission is to exude hospitality, be respectful and authentic, prioritize the needs of our internal and external stakeholders, and continuously strive to make a positive impact in all we do.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Director of Food & Beverage to join our team at Courtyard Downtown Little Italy. This role is ideal for passionate hoteliers eager to grow with a rapidly expanding organization that values an inclusive, employee-focused workplace.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for budgeted revenues and expenses, improving profitability related to the Food & Beverage Department.
• Monitors budgets in all areas of cost control, with a consistent focus on inventory, sales, and payroll costs.
• Increases guest satisfaction through delivery of outstanding products and service.
• Understands and executes all brand directives for strategic partners, including compliance with brand-dictated menus and programs.
• Directs daily activities and assignments of staff, ensuring appropriate coverage, developing departmental strategies and goals, and assigning/prioritizing work.
• Provides direct oversight of banquet and catering operations, including managerial and captain oversight.
• Partners with the Sales Department to review F+B minimums and selling guidelines, and collaborates on sales and marketing strategies.
• Ensures compliance with all Brand Standards related to Food and Beverage.
• Reviews and approves all menus and pricing in restaurant outlets and banquet/catering.
• Evaluates food product, front-of-house employee performance, and ensures product development aligns with market position.
• Develops selection and pricing strategies for liquors and wines, and supervises their procurement.
• Oversees ongoing maintenance of physical assets through capital planning as required in the budget process.
• Follows all health and safety regulations.
• Interviews, hires, and trains employees; plans, assigns, and directs work; appraises performance; rewards and coaches employees; addresses complaints and problem-solves.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school education; post-high school education preferred.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Hospitality/Restaurant Management or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Restaurant General Manager or Director of Food & Beverage.
• Food Handler and Alcohol Awareness Certifications (if applicable).

Skills

• Knowledge of alcohol serving practices and standards.
• Knowledge of federal and state labor laws, as well as local health and sanitation regulations.
• Experience in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring restaurant, bar, and culinary talent.
• Experience managing restaurants and bars in the capacity of Assistant General Manager or higher.
• Extensive passion for and understanding of the restaurant and bar industry, with a proven track record of success.

Benefits

• Daily Pay: Work today, get paid today.
• Free telemedicine and virtual mental health care access starting day one.
• Multiple health insurance and life insurance options.
• 401k Plan with company match.
• Paid parental leave.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay.
• Pet insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Schulte Savings Marketplace.
• Discounts on event tickets, electronics, gym memberships, and more.

Pay

Compensation range: $110,000 - $120,000.