Director of Culinary

Job summary

Functions as the strategic business leader of the property’s food and beverage/culinary operation, including restaurants/bars, room service and banquets/catering, where applicable. Position oversees the development and implementation of departmental strategies and ensures implementation of the brand service strategy and brand initiatives. The position ensures the food and beverage/culinary operation meets the brand’s target customer needs, ensures employee satisfaction, and focuses on growing revenues and maximizing the financial performance of the department. Develops and implements property-wide strategies that deliver products and services to meet or exceed the needs and expectations of the brand’s target customer and property employees and provides a return on investment.

Candidate profile

Education and experience

• High school diploma or GED; 6 years experience in the food and beverage, culinary, event management, or related professional area.
• OR
• 2-year degree from an accredited university in food service management, hotel and restaurant