Director of Food & Beverage | The Station McGregor, IA

Columbia Hospitality•McGregor, IA

13d•$80,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Director of Food & Beverage provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for multiple dining outlets and new restaurant concepts. This role is responsible for concept development, pre-opening execution, financial performance, and delivering exceptional guest experiences across diverse venues. The Director partners closely with ownership, culinary leadership, marketing, and operations teams to build innovative, profitable, and scalable F&B programs.

Requirements

College or university degree with eight or more years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Computer literacy in Point of Sale systems and sales/catering applications.
Strong working knowledge of fine dining and beverage service procedures.
Working knowledge of applicable liquor laws and regulations.
Familiarity with equipment used by the Food & Beverage team.
Required food handling permits, licenses, or certifications.
Ability to read, write, and understand English.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to write reports, business correspondence, and operations manuals; able to effectively present information to team members, managers, clients, guests, and the public.
Strong math skills including the ability to compute discounts, ratios, and percentages, and interpret data such as bar graphs.
Ability to create and maintain a team environment within and across departments.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Strong general management skills: time management, information analysis, planning and organizing, decision-making, and problem-solving.
Financial management expertise including budget management, expense control, and P&L analysis.
Strong people management skills including coaching, motivating, delegating, scheduling, and relationship-building.
Understanding and application of labor and industry-specific laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

Plan, design, implement, and control all Food and Beverage operations, ensuring profitability, efficiency, and compliance with established standards.
Establish and maintain standards for food and beverage quality, presentation, handling, sanitation, and safety in alignment with property and regulatory requirements.
Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure all work practices meet or exceed established standards.
Participate in the preparation of annual operating budgets and financial plans that support overall property objectives.
Establish and maintain budgeted supply and labor costs for Food & Beverage operations.
Conduct industry research to accurately project future trends and operational needs.
Partner with the Executive Chef on menu planning, pricing, and preparation.
Ensure the security of all F&B supplies, equipment, and inventory by establishing and enforcing security standards.
Partner with Columbia Hospitality to coordinate and execute pre-opening activities prior to hotel openings.
Maintain regular communication across departments to ensure all staff are informed of updates, changes, and operational needs.
Communicate with Food & Beverage Managers during service to ensure client and guest satisfaction.
Conduct frequent inspections of dining, kitchen, and storage areas to ensure all activities meet or exceed established standards.
Report unsafe conditions immediately and ensure all equipment is properly maintained, functional, and used as intended.
Participate in the property’s Manager on Duty program as needed.
Ensure timely, courteous follow-through on all client, guest, and team member requests.
Select, supervise, train, develop, schedule, discipline, and counsel staff while demonstrating leadership that empowers and inspires teams to achieve high standards.
Provide timely and formal assessments of individual team members in accordance with performance review policies and procedures.
Perform in the capacity of any supervised position as needed (based on qualifications).
Conduct and oversee training on job standards and areas of responsibility as required.
Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned by management to support departmental and organizational goals.
All job duties and responsibilities must be carried out in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements and without discrimination

Benefits

Cellphone Allowance
Incentive Eligible
Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution
Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
Employee Assistance Program
“Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)