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NY Metro | Director of Food & Beverage | Relais & Chateaux
Bedford, NY
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DESCRIPTION:

A celebrated and iconic Relais & Chateaux hotel is seeking a dynamic Director of Food & Beverage to oversee daily F&B operations throughout the property. This role we be the General Manager of the properties tavern/bar, as well as being responsible for overseeing all F&B activities throughout the property. This role requires exceptional organizational and collaborative skills, a keen attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple unique outlets at once. The ideal candidate will have an entrepreneurial approach, a team-first leadership style, and an unwavering passion for creating unforgettable guest experiences.


REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum of 3 - 5 years of experience as a multi-unit General Manager and/or 1 year Director-level experience with a luxury hospitality brand

Oversee all F&B operations across the entire property.

Provide strategic leadership to both Back of House (BOH) and Front of House (FOH) teams, ensuring alignment between culinary output and guest service standards.

Manage labor and food costs and develop scalable systems for operational efficiency.

Collaborate with ownership and executive leadership on long-term business strategy, capital improvements, and company-wide initiatives.

Relais & Chateaux and/or Forbes experience

Proficiency in a variety of technology systems, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and a POS system

Ability to effectively communicate verbally and digitally

Ability to effectively solve and deal with a variety of changing situations under stress

Self-driven, results-oriented, and proactive attitude

Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal health and safety regulations.

Foster a service-oriented, high-performance culture grounded in collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement.

Flexible work schedules: the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, as business permits

The ability to lift, carry, push, or pull heavy objects, up to 50lbs

Kneel, bend, or stoop, ascend or descend stairs; be on feet for extended periods of time

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

NYC Food Protection Certificate (Food Handler’s) required


BENEFITS:

  • Competitive Salary $115k-$130k+
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k)
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Dining discounts
  • Commuter Benefits


EOE: We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by federal or state law or local ordinance.

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