Food & Beverage Director | Cedarbrook Lodge

Columbia Hospitality•SeaTac, WA

7d•$110,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Cedarbrook Lodge is seeking an experienced Food & Beverage Director to lead and oversee all dining, banquet, and beverage operations across the property. This role is ideal for a hospitality professional who understands hotel food & beverage from a big-picture perspective — someone who leads through strong department heads, balances creativity with operational excellence, and enjoys being a visible, supportive leader The focus of this role is on leadership and operational oversight, working in close partnership with the Executive Chef as well as Banquet and Restaurant leaders to ensure a seamless, high-quality guest experience across all outlets. If you enjoy collaborating with culinary teams, developing leaders, and creating memorable experiences in a people-first environment, this could be a great fit.

Requirements

8+ years of progressive food & beverage leadership experience, ideally within a hotel or resort environment
Experience overseeing both restaurant and banquet operations through department leaders
Strong operational and financial understanding of food & beverage
Culinary knowledge and credibility, without needing to be a career Executive Chef
A people-first leadership style with the ability to coach, mentor, and motivate teams
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with POS systems and compliance standards
Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require

Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of F&B operations, budgeting, labor/supply costs, and service quality.
Provide leadership and oversight for all food & beverage operations, including restaurant, banquets, catering, and beverage programs
Lead, coach, and support a strong leadership team, including the Executive Chef, Restaurant Manager, and Banquet Manager
Partner closely with culinary leadership on menu strategy, pricing, and execution while maintaining focus on the overall health of the operation
Manage budgets, forecasting, labor strategies, and cost controls
Ensure consistent service standards and an exceptional guest experience across all outlets
Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Events, Rooms, and Finance to support group business and hotel operations
Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and liquor regulations
Conduct regular inspections and proactively address operational needs
Participate in the Manager-on-Duty rotation and support guest and team needs as they arise

Benefits

Competitive salary $110,000 - 115,000 DOE plus annual incentive plan eligibility
Cellphone allowance
PTO & Holiday Pay
Benefits - medical, dental, vision, disability
401K with company matching
HSA/FSA plans -with employer contribution
Employee Assistance Program
“Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
Discounted lodging, dining, spa, and golf
Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)
Inclusive, values-driven team that prioritizes people and exceptional experiences.
Opportunities to grow, contribute, and have fun along the way