Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Arkansas

A Director of Food and Beverage in the hospitality industry is responsible for overseeing all food and beverage operations within a hotel, restaurant, or similar establishment. This includes planning menus, ensuring quality of products, maintaining inventory, meeting health and safety regulations, and coordinating with other departments to provide an excellent customer experience. They are also tasked with managing budgets, increasing profitability, and setting strategic goals for the department. They often work closely with the executive chef, restaurant manager, and other key personnel to ensure all food and beverage offerings align with the brand's standards and guest expectations.

This position requires a strong background in the foodservice industry, with a keen understanding of food and beverage trends and regulations. Ideally, a Director of Food and Beverage should have a degree in hospitality management, business administration or a related field. They should have excellent leadership, communication, and customer service skills, as well as a proven track record in managing a team and improving operational efficiency. Certifications such as Certified Food and Beverage Executive (CFBE) or ServSafe can be beneficial for this role. Prior to becoming a Director of Food and Beverage, a person might serve in roles such as Restaurant Manager, Food and Beverage Manager, or Assistant Director of Food and Beverage.

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Beverage Operations Manager

  • Pine Bluff, AR
  • 11 days ago
  • Pine Bluff, AR
  • 11 days ago

With the Director of Food & Beverage, direct the Purchasing Agent in matters pertaining to the purchase of beverages. Solicit guest feedback by direct interaction....

F&B Manager

  • Rogers, AR
  • 12 days ago
  • Rogers, AR
  • 12 days ago

Requirements Who You Are: 3+ years of experience in a restaurant management role, preferably in an upscale environment....

Director of Food & Beverage

  • AR
  • 16 days ago
  • AR
  • 16 days ago

Company Description If you love saying YES and enjoy engaging with the community by leading with ART, 21c Museum Hotels is one of the pioneering examples of bridging the worlds of art and...

Director of Food & Beverage

  • Bentonville, AR
  • 17 days ago
  • Bentonville, AR
  • 17 days ago

Company Description If you love saying YES and enjoy engaging with the community by leading with ART, 21c Museum Hotels is one of the pioneering examples of bridging the worlds of art and...

Seasons Cafe Food and Beverage Supervisor, Southland Casino

  • West Memphis, AR
  • 45+ days ago
  • West Memphis, AR
  • 45+ days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Gaming is searching for a full-time or part-time Food and Beverage Supervisor at Southland Casino in West Memphis, Arkansas. As a Food and Beverage Supervisor, you...

Executive Chef / Director, Food & Beverage Fort Smith Convention Center

  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 22 days ago
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 22 days ago

Position Summary This individual will serve as the Director of Food and Beverage and Executive Chef for a premier food & beverage operation as well as menu design and meal preparation of the facility...

Executive Chef / Director, Food & Beverage Fort Smith Convention Center

  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 23 days ago
  • Fort Smith, AR
  • 23 days ago

Position Summary This individual will serve as the Director of Food and Beverage and Executive Chef for a premier food & beverage operation as well as menu design and meal preparation of the facility...

DIRECTOR DINING SERVICES - Campus Food Service- LYON COLLEGE- Batesville, AR

  • Batesville, AR
  • 28 days ago
  • Batesville, AR
  • 28 days ago

Position Title: DIR, DINING SERVICES II- LYON COLLEGE- Batesville, AR Salary: $70,000-80,000 Fresh Ideas Management is a dynamic food service management company that believes good food is a...

Food & Beverage Supervisor Full-Time Dickey-Stephens Park

  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 28 days ago
  • North Little Rock, AR
  • 28 days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Food and Beverage Supervisor - Seasons Cafe

  • West Memphis, AR
  • 45+ days ago
  • West Memphis, AR
  • 45+ days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Gaming is searching for a full-time or part-time Food and Beverage Supervisor at Southland Casino in West Memphis, Arkansas. As a Food and Beverage Supervisor, you...

Seasons Cafe Food and Beverage Supervisor

  • West Memphis, AR
  • 45+ days ago
  • West Memphis, AR
  • 45+ days ago

Southland Casino Hotel 1550 N. Ingram Blvd. West Memphis, AR 72301 Casino & Hotel Managed By Delaware North Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn Compensation:...

DIRECTOR OF DINING SERVICES II - K12 Potential New Business

  • Brookland, AR
  • 60+ days ago
  • Brookland, AR
  • 60+ days ago

Chartwells K12 Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by serving food kids love to eat and creating custom dining programs....

DIRECTOR OF DINING SERVICES II - Potential New Business - K12 FOOD SERVICE

  • Paragould, AR
  • 60+ days ago
  • Paragould, AR
  • 60+ days ago

Chartwells K12 Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by serving food kids love to eat and creating custom dining programs....

DIRECTOR of DINING SERVICES - Potential New Busine

  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 60+ days ago
  • Jonesboro, AR
  • 60+ days ago

Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by serving food kids love to eat and creating custom dining programs. With more than...

Demographic Data for Arkansas

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Salary for Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Arkansas

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Highest Education Level

Director of Food and Beverages in Arkansas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.1%
Associate's Degree
17.1%
High School or GED
14.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.3%
Master's Degree
10.0%
Some College
3.6%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Director of Food and Beverages in Arkansas
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%



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