Rhyland- Director of Food and Beverage
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Flushing
Job Description Director of Food and Beverage Opportunity at The Rhyland Hotel, Flushing, NY Be Part of Our Premier Opening in Summer 2026 Location: Flushing, NY Start Date: Spring 2026 As The Rhyland Hotel prepares for its grand opening in summer 2026, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Food and Beverage to lead our diverse and vibrant food and beverage operations. This landmark hotel in Flushing, NY, will feature two cutting-edge restaurants serving Modern Asian American Cusine, a large banquet hall, and outdoor terraces, all dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences. About the Role: The Director of Food and Beverage will play a critical role in shaping the culinary landscape of The Rhyland Hotel. This position is perfect for a strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and excellence in the hospitality industry. Key Responsibilities: • Lead and oversee all food and beverage operations across restaurants, banquet spaces, and outdoor venues., • Drive financial performance by managing budgets, forecasting, and controlling labor and cost of goods., • Develop and execute strategies to increase revenue, profitability, and overall outlet performance., • Lead all pre-opening initiatives, including concept development, SOP creation, and operational setup., • Recruit, train, and develop a high-performing food and beverage team., • Partner with the Executive Chef to design and implement innovative, market-driven menus and concepts that reflect the Modern Asian American cuisine., • Ensure exceptional guest experiences by maintaining high standards of service, quality, and presentation., • Oversee vendor relationships, purchasing programs, and inventory controls., • Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and regulatory requirements. Qualifications: • Proven track record as a Director of Food and Beverage or similar senior leadership role in a high-end hotel, resort, or multi-outlet restaurant environment., • Minimum 7-10+ years of progressive Food & Beverage experience, including management of restaurants and banquet operations., • Pre-opening experience strongly preferred, with the ability to build operations, teams, and systems from the ground up., • Strong operational expertise with a demonstrated ability to drive revenue, manage costs, and achieve financial targets., • Solid financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management., • Excellent leadership skills with a proven ability to recruit, train, and develop high-performing teams., • Adept at managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-volume environment while maintaining attention to detail., • Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and NYC health regulations., • Experience with POS systems such as Toast POS and related reporting tools preferred., • Passionate about hospitality, with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional guest experiences., • Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Benefits: We Offer: • Opportunity to lead a high-profile, multi-outlet F&B operation from opening, • Ability to shape the culinary and service identity of a new hotel, • Competitive compensation and growth potential within a dynamic organization