Hyatt Regency Houston Galleria - Food & Beverage Director

About the Role

Lead the flavor parade as Food & Beverage Director, ensuring every bite and sip is delicious while creating a fun and engaging experience for guests and team members. You’ll manage budgets, boost sales, inspire your team, and occasionally step into the kitchen to get creative.

Responsibilities

• Organize, direct, and supervise all food and beverage preparation and service—from Restaurant to Banquets—using standardized recipes to deliver delicious, picture-perfect dishes.
• Maintain spotless, sanitized, and safe environments while reducing waste and improving efficiency.
• Design memorable menus and events, guiding the Chef on pricing and setups for wow-worthy banquets.
• Lead kitchen staff, manage all outlets, and create show-stopping displays to ensure smooth operations.
• Safeguard sensitive information, cash, and secure areas with professionalism and integrity.
• Travel safely for company business, handling every trip with care.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ progressive experience in hospitality or a related field.
• Associate’s, bachelor’s, or culinary degree.
• Required certifications: Food Handlers, Alcohol Awareness, CPR, and First Aid.
• Proficient with Windows, spreadsheets, word processing, and basic technology.
• Extensive management experience in restaurant, bar, banquet, catering, room service, and kitchen operations.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills under pressure.
• Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, labor management, and financial analysis.
• Familiarity with hotel operations, department functions, and industry trends.
• Maintain professional relationships and open communication with staff and other departments.

Benefits

After an initial waiting period, full-time employees are eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Daily Pay option (ask your Recruiter for details).
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Income.
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401k Retirement Plan.

About the Property

Located next to the Houston Galleria in Uptown Houston, Hyatt Regency Houston/Galleria offers 325 luxurious rooms with modern décor, city views, and premium amenities including a mini-fridge, coffee maker, complimentary WiFi, and 55” HDTVs. Select rooms include Regency Club Lounge access.

The property features a 24/7 StayFit™ Gym with free weights, treadmills, elliptical cross trainers, and recumbent cycles for guests’ fitness needs.