Director of Food & Beverage

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The Director of Food & Beverage leads all hotel dining operations, including restaurants, bars, banquets, room service, budgets, staffing, guest satisfaction, and compliance. Candidates typically need several years of progressive food and beverage leadership experience in an upscale or full-service hotel, strong financial and operational knowledge, and excellent communication skills. Experience with forecasting, menu development, labor management, purchasing, and hotel systems is valuable. The successful candidate is expected to build a high-performing team, maintain service standards, control costs, develop revenue opportunities, and create memorable guest experiences. A hands-on leadership style, professional presentation, flexibility, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays are essential.

About the employer

Crescent Hotels & Resorts is a U.S.-based hotel management company that operates and supports a diverse portfolio of upscale, luxury, resort, and select-service properties. Its hotels are affiliated with major brands as well as independent collections, and the company provides expertise in operations, food and beverage, sales, revenue management, finance, human resources, and guest service. Crescent emphasizes hospitality, associate development, responsible business practices, and strong owner partnerships. In Hawaii, a Crescent-managed property offers an opportunity to work in a destination-focused environment where service quality, cultural awareness, and knowledge of local experiences are especially important. Employees may receive benefits such as healthcare, retirement plans, paid time off, hotel discounts, and professional development, depending on the property and employment terms.