Corporate Director of Food and Beverage

Ascent Hospitality Management Co • Buford, GA

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About The Position

Ascent Hospitality has an extensive portfolio of hotels and a strong pipeline of new properties and acquisitions, but we’re not about numbers…we’re about people and that remains our foundation. Our culture expresses a memorable experience for all of our Team Members and guests alike. So we’re constantly looking for individuals who work well together for a unified purpose. For our leadership, we’re looking for accomplished individuals with a passion to serve others, strong communicators who clearly understand the needs of others and trendsetters who excel at challenges and change. If this is what you’re all about, consider joining our Team.

We are currently recruiting for a Corporate Director of Food & Beverage to join our team!

The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for leading all food and beverage operations, including restaurants, lounges, bars, and banquet services. This role ensures exceptional guest service standards, operational efficiency, team leadership, and financial performance while maintaining a safe, clean, and compliant work environment.

Requirements

• Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong financial and operational analysis skills with the ability to interpret operational reports and performance metrics.
• Ability to lead and influence teams across multiple locations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to develop leaders and build high-performing teams.
• Ability to adapt to changing operational needs and support growth initiatives.
• Strong problem-solving skills and decision-making ability.
• Minimum 6–8 years of leadership experience in hospitality food and beverage operations, with progressive responsibility.
• Demonstrated experience managing restaurants, bars, and banquet operations.
• Strong financial management experience including budgeting, labor management, and cost control.
• High School diploma required.
• Current food safety and alcohol service certifications as required by federal, state, and local laws.

Nice To Haves

• Multi-property or corporate oversight experience strongly preferred.
• College degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for all food and beverage operations across the company portfolio.
• Support and guide property-level Food & Beverage Directors, General Managers, and culinary teams to ensure consistent service standards and operational excellence.
• Develop and implement company-wide food and beverage operational standards, procedures, and best practices.
• Monitor operational performance across restaurants, lounges, bars, and banquet operations to ensure alignment with company and brand standards.
• Partner with property leadership teams to improve guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and financial performance.
• Review and analyze operational reports, labor costs, food cost percentages, and profitability metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop strategies to increase food and beverage revenue through promotions, events, menu innovation, and upselling initiatives.
• Collaborate with Executive Chefs and property leadership on menu development, pricing strategies, and concept improvements.
• Support recruiting, hiring, training, and development of food and beverage leadership teams across the portfolio.
• Conduct property visits and operational audits to evaluate service quality, compliance, and operational standards.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and leadership development to Food & Beverage Managers and Directors.
• Partner with Human Resources and property leadership on performance management, disciplinary actions, and leadership development plans when needed.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety, sanitation, and alcohol service regulations across all properties.
• Ensure compliance with brand standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Support budgeting processes, forecasting, and financial planning related to food and beverage operations.
• Monitor inventory management procedures and cost controls across properties.
• Assist properties in planning and executing large-scale events, banquets, and special food and beverage initiatives.
• Serve as a key operational resource and advisor to property leadership teams.
• Participate in leadership meetings, strategic planning sessions, and operational reviews.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Vice President of Operations or Executive Leadership Team.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary!
• Benefits - Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and other supplemental options!
• 401k with employer MATCH!
• Paid PTO!
• Uniforms Provided for most positions!
• Team Member Hotel Discount Program!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: High school or GED