Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Orlando, FL

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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Food and Beverage Manager - Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace

  • Orlando, FL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 16 hours ago

In this role, you will report directly to the Assitant Director of Food & Beverage and the Director of Food & Beverage and oversee a large, unionized team of approximately 75 employees across six on-property...

Assistant Food and Beverage Manager - Hilton Orlando

  • Orlando, FL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 16 hours ago

outlet reservations and occupancy, systems management, budget and forecasting, marketing, report generation, department management and meeting participation and facilitation Ensure consistency in food...

Food & Beverage Supervisor

  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 1 day ago

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be...

The ideal candidate must be an exceptional leader with a passion for creating extraordinary experiences, a talent for training and developing others, and experienced in all aspects of restaurant operations...

Dining Services - Manager in Training

  • Lake Mary, FL (15 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lake Mary, FL (15 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 4 days ago

An associates degree or higher in food service management or hospitality, course study including food service or restaurant management from an accredited institution of higher learning is preferred....

The ideal candidate for this position will be an innovative leader with prior experience in food and beverage management, specializing in overseeing banquets, restaurant operations, breakfast buffets...

Dining Services Manager

  • Mount Dora, FL (24 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mount Dora, FL (24 miles from Orlando, FL)
  • 7 days ago

Dining Services Manager Needed! Come Join our Skilled Nursing and Rehab Facility! Avante at Mt. Dora is seeking a Dining Services Manager to assist in the planning, organization and directing the...

Food and Beverage Director

  • Orlando, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 8 days ago

Management or equivalent is preferred Minimum of 3 years experience as a Restaurant General Manager or Director of Food & Beverage Food Handler and Alcohol Awareness Certifications (if applicable)...

Food and Beverage Operations Manager - Primo

  • Orlando, FL
  • 14 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 14 days ago

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

Senior Client Account Manager - Food & Beverage Date: Mar 24, 2025 Location: US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an...

Client Account Manager - Food & Beverage Date: Mar 24, 2025 Location: US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an...

Food & Beverage Supervisor, Aquatica

  • Orlando, FL
  • 19 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 19 days ago

quality, guest service, profit enhancement, ambassador satisfaction and facility sanitation commitments are maintained to standards Enter notifications for any needed repairs to keep facility maintained...

Food and Beverage Supervisor, Back of House (Part Time)

  • Orlando, FL
  • 20 days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 20 days ago

quality, guest service, profit enhancement, ambassador satisfaction and facility sanitation commitments are maintained to standards Enter notifications for any needed repairs to keep facility maintained...

Food and Beverage Supervisor, Orlando Airport

  • Orlando, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 30+ days ago

The opportunity Delaware North Travel is hiring a full-time Food and Beverage Supervisor to join our team at Orlando Airport in Orlando, Florida. As a Food and Beverage Supervisor, you will be...

Food and Beverage Supervisor

  • Orlando, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Orlando, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Delaware North at Orlando Airport 1 Jeff Fuqua Blvd Orlando, FL 32827 Restaurant Managed By Delaware North Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn Compensation: $21.00...

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Salary for Director of Food and Beverage Jobs in Orlando, FL

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Highest Education Level

Director of Food and Beverages in Orlando, FL 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 Orlando, FL
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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