Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Menlo Park, CA

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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Assistant Food & Beverage Manager - In Room Dining

  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Assistant Food & Beverage Manager - In Room Dining Country/Region United States of America Province/City Menlo Park, CA Location Rosewood Sand Hill Department Food & Beverage - Services Job Type...

Director of Dining Services

  • Palo Alto, CA (2 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (2 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Eurest Position Title: DINING SERVICES DIRECTOR-PALO ALTO, CA Salary: $90,000 As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed...

Director of Dining Services

  • Palo Alto, CA (3 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (3 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Position Title: DINING SERVICES DIRECTOR-PALO ALTO, CA Salary: $90,000 As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with...

In-Room Dining Manager

  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 11 days ago

Job Description Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility OVERVIEW/BASIC FUNCTION The In Room Dining Manager's responsibilities will include both the IRD department and the Private...

Food & Beverage Supervisor

  • Sunnyvale, CA (10 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (10 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Responsibilities: Engage with guests, checking in on dining customers to assess their satisfaction with food quality, service, and overall experience....

Food and Beverage Manager

  • Half Moon Bay, CA (12 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Half Moon Bay, CA (12 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Maintains a positive cost management index for kitchen and restaurant operations. Utilizes budgets to understand financial objectives....

Beverage Director

  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA
  • 18 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Job Title: Beverage Director Location: Menlo Park, California Opening June 2025 Salary: $100,000$110,000 per year + Full Healthcare (Medical,...

Assistant Food and Beverage Operations Manager

  • Burlingame, CA (12 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (12 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 25 days ago

OR 2-year degree from an accredited university in Food Service Management, Hotel and Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration, or related major; 1 year experience in the food and...

General Manager F&B

  • Pleasanton, CA (22 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (22 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

General Manager F&B Job Description General Manager Key Purpose The General Manager is responsible for ensuring all functions, initiatives, and priorities support the customer's overall business...

Food and Beverage Manager - DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel San Francisco Airport

  • Burlingame, CA (12 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Burlingame, CA (12 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

The beautiful DoubleTree San Francisco airport has an amazing opportunity to join our leadership team! We are hiring a Food and Beverage Manager to oversee the Restaurant and support the Banquet...

Retail Dining Manager

  • South San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • South San Francisco, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Works with marketing and culinary departments to increase sales through innovations and food quality....

Food & Beverage Supervisor Full-Time PayPal Park

  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 45+ 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 & Beverage Supervisor

  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Food & Beverage Supervisor| San Jose Giants Location US-CA-San Jose Job ID 2025-21617 Location Name San Jose Giants (Excite Ballpark) Category Food & Beverage Management Type Regular Full-Time Oak...

Food & Beverage Supervisor San Jose Giants

  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 45+ 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 & Beverage Lead (Manager)

  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (18 miles from Menlo Park, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Zone 8 Sports Bar & Grill is San Joses best place to watch sports, with our two 200 HD projection screens and wall to wall 65 TVs. We have a diverse menu from...

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Salary for Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Menlo Park, CA

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Highest Education Level

Director of Food and Beverages in Menlo Park, CA 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 Menlo Park, CA
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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