Director Food & Beverage

Sage Hospitality•Savannah, TN

About The Position

The Director of Food & Beverage at Margaritaville Hotel Savannah provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the property's food and beverage division. The role brings Margaritaville's welcoming atmosphere to dining and hospitality experiences while overseeing financial performance, operational excellence, associate development, and memorable guest experiences. The Director partners with senior leadership to align vision and execution and help create a destination for visitors and the Savannah community.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
ServSafe or other food safety manager certification.
At least seven years of progressive food and beverage management leadership experience, including multi-outlet or director-level oversight.
Demonstrated success managing financials, leading teams, and fostering a strong workplace culture.
Meet state and federal requirements for serving alcohol.
Advanced knowledge of food and beverage operations, including restaurants, banquets, and catering.
Strong financial acumen in P&L management, labor targets, food and beverage costs, budgeting, and reporting.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace, POS systems, labor scheduling, and inventory platforms.
Effective communication with associates, leadership, owners, and guests.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds regularly; bend, reach, and handle items frequently; travel up to 300 feet during a shift; and stand and walk continuously during service and event oversight.
Ability to hear and respond to staff, guests, and operational needs in a busy environment, manage multiple tasks, follow instructions, and remain organized in high-pressure settings.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop food and beverage leadership teams across all outlets and events.
Establish expectations for hospitality, service standards, and operational excellence.
Develop and oversee departmental budgets, forecasts, and profit-and-loss performance to meet or exceed financial goals.
Partner with culinary leadership to align operations, accountability, quality, and culture.
Oversee planning and execution of banquets, catering, and private dining experiences.
Collaborate with Sales and Events teams to meet client needs and maximize revenue through experience-driven programming.
Ensure compliance with company standards, brand expectations, and federal, state, and local regulations.
Recruit, hire, and develop management teams; conduct performance reviews, succession planning, and leadership coaching.
Analyze outlet performance and guide leaders toward continuous improvement.
Support marketing, promotions, and activations that strengthen food and beverage identity and guest engagement.
Respond to guest feedback and operational issues professionally and promptly.
Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture across food and beverage teams.
Maintain a friendly, cheerful, courteous, welcoming, detail-oriented demeanor and a strong sense of urgency.

Benefits

Eligible to participate in Sage bonus plan.
Unlimited paid time off.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Eligible to participate in the Company's 401(k) program with employer matching.
Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
Basic life and AD&D insurance.
Company-paid short-term disability.
Paid FMLA leave for up to 12 weeks.
Employee Assistance Program.
Discounts on hotels, restaurants, and more.
Eligible to participate in the Employee Referral Bonus Program, with up to $1,000 per referral.