Director of Food and Beverage

The Director of Food & Beverage provides strategic and operational leadership for all food and beverage and culinary operations at Alila Ventana Big Sur. This role is responsible for the overall performance, quality, and financial results of all dining outlets, bars, in-room dining, special events, and culinary operations.

What You Will Do

Lead and oversee all food and beverage, ensuring consistent execution of luxury service standards across all outlets and events. Provide direct leadership and accountability for food and beverage leaders. Establish clear expectations, operational standards, and performance accountability across food and beverage and culinary teams.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This role requires strategic vision, strong operational discipline, and the ability to lead and inspire a diverse, high-performing team within a luxury resort environment. The Director of Food & Beverage has direct oversight of all Food & Beverage operations and sets the vision for service excellence, ensuring alignment with Hyatt brand standards.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of progressive food and beverage leadership experience, preferably within a luxury resort or fine dining environment
• Proven success leading integrated food, beverage, and culinary operations with full financial accountability
• Strong financial acumen including budgeting, forecasting, labor optimization, and cost control
• Deep understanding of luxury service standards, Forbes inspection criteria, and guest-experience execution; prior experience in a Forbes- or Michelin-recognized property strongly preferred
• Food Safety and Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certifications strongly preferred
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in POS systems, restaurant management platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving history

Benefits

• Annual salary range: $125,000-$145,000
• Comprehensive Hyatt benefits package including hotel and travel discounts, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement
• Ventana Big Sur benefits such as complimentary daily meals and eligible transportation perks