Director of Food and Beverage

Description:

Nestled on the northern tip of Isle of Palms, a lush barrier island off the coast of South Carolina, Wild Dunes Resort spans 1,600 acres of oceanfront paradise. The resort offers diverse accommodations, including the AAA Four-Diamond Boardwalk Inn, 153-room Sweetgrass Inn, the Residences of Sweetgrass, condos, and private residences.

Located just 30 minutes from the charm of historic downtown Charleston, Wild Dunes Resort is the largest resort of its kind in the region. We can accommodate groups of up to 650 people with the opportunity to enjoy an unparalleled Lowcountry experience. Wild Dunes Resort has earned recognition from numerous publications and organizations as a premier destination for families, golfers, tennis enthusiasts, and event planners. The resort features year-round championship golf, nationally ranked tennis, pickleball, award-winning recreation, luxurious spa services, and diverse dining options.

Director of Food & Beverage Opportunity

We are seeking an inspirational leader with a passion for curating exceptional food and beverage and banquet operations (F&B), a talent for developing and mentoring teams, and a deep understanding of industry trends. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of experience as a Director of Food & Beverage in high-volume resorts and will report directly to the General Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversight of 12 venues, including golf course beverage carts and high-volume banquet events.

• Led and organized all F&B departments to ensure exceptional quality, service, and profitability through innovative sales and marketing strategies.

• Oversee restaurant and lounge operations, catered and social events, in-room dining, culinary operations, stewarding, and other F&B areas.

• Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness standards.

• Develop and oversee the F&B team, including hiring, training, performance reviews, and professional development.

• Direct financial planning, including payroll, budgets, forecasts, and inventory management.

• Coordinate F&B operations with other resort departments to ensure seamless guest experiences.

• Actively participate in resort management as a member of the Executive Committee.

• Work with the culinary team to develop creative menus and concepts.

• Uphold Hyatt and Wild Dunes standards of service and quality.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate resources and local vendors.

"Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law."

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

• Proven financial acumen, including experience with budget management, business planning, and forecasting.

• Demonstrated ability to lead high-performance teams and drive top-tier colleague engagement.

• A track record of innovative, guest-focused programming and events.

• At least five years of progressive resort F&B leadership experience.

• Strong relationship-building skills and collaboration with culinary teams.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Experience implementing new F&B concepts and programs.

• A degree in Hospitality or a related field is a plus.

Physical and Working Conditions:

• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physical tasks such as bending, lifting (up to 50 pounds), and walking on uneven surfaces.

• Must work in various weather conditions, including rain, wind, and heat, both indoors and outdoors.

• Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Primary Location: US-SC-Isle of Palms

Organization: Wild Dunes Resort

Pay Basis: Yearly

Job Level: Full-time

Job: Administrative

Req ID: ISL001572

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.