Director of Food and Beverage Hilton Cleveland

EOE/AA/Disabled/Veterans

What are we looking for
Since being founded in 1919 Hilton has been a leader in the hospitality industry. Today Hilton remains a beacon of innovation quality and success. This continued leadership is the result of our Team Members staying true to our Vision Mission and Values. Specifically we look for demonstration of these Values:

• Hospitality - Were passionate about delivering exceptional guest experiences.
• Integrity - We do the right thing all the time.
• Leadership - Were leaders in our industry and in our communities.
• Teamwork - Were team players in everything we do.
• Ownership - Were the owners of our actions and decisions.
• Now - We operate with a sense of urgency and discipline

In addition we look for the demonstration of the following key attributes:

• Quality
• Productivity
• Dependability
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability

What will it be like to work for Hilton
Hilton is the leading global hospitality company spanning the lodging sector from luxurious full-service hotels and resorts to extended-stay suites and mid-priced hotels. For nearly a century Hilton has offered business and leisure travelers the finest in accommodations service amenities and value. Hilton is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its global brands. Our vision to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality unites us as a team to create remarkable hospitality experiences around the world every day. And our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all!

The Benefits Hilton is proud to have an award-winning workplace culture ranking #1 Best Company To Work For in the World. We support the mental and physical wellbeing of all Team Members so they can Thrivepersonally and professionallyin a diverse and inclusive environment thanks to innovative programs and benefits. Hilton offers its eligible team members a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical Insurance Coverage for you and your family
• Mental health resources including Employee Assistance Program
• Best-in-Class Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Go Hilton travel program: 100 nights of discounted travel
• Parental leave to support new parents
• 401K plan and company match to help save for your retirement
• Employee stock purchase program (ESPP) - purchase Hilton shares at 15% discount
• Debt-free education: Team Members will have access to a wide variety of educational credentials through our partnership with Guild Education including: college degrees and professional certifications*
• Career growth and development
• Recognition and rewards programs

Join Hilton Cleveland Downtown as our Director of Food & Beverage and lead a dynamic high-impact operation at one of the citys premier hospitality destinations. Connected to the Huntington Convention Center and overlooking Lake Erie this modern full-service hotel is a hub for large-scale events elevated dining and vibrant social this key leadership role youll oversee a diverse portfolio of restaurants lounges and expansive banquet operations while driving innovation service excellence and strong financial performance. If youre a strategic hands-on leader ready to make your mark in a fast-paced convention-driven environment we invite you to bring your expertise to Hilton Cleveland Downtown!

As a Director of Food and Beverage you will direct and organize the activities of the Food & Beverage departments to maintain the high standards of food and beverage quality service and marketing to maximize profits through outstanding customer service.

• Plan and direct the functions of administration and planning of Food & Beverage department to meet the daily needs of the operation
• Monitor and when necessary develop and implement schedules for the operation of all restaurants bars and outlets to achieve a profitable result
• Participate with the chef and restaurant managers in the creation and merchandising of attractive menu designs to attract a predetermined customer market
• Implement effective controls of food beverage and labor costs among all sub-departments and monitor the food and beverage budget to ensure efficient operation and that expenditures stay within budget limitations including achieving budgeted revenue and labor expenses
• Assist the department managers in establishing and achieving predetermined profit objectives and desired standards of quality food service cleanliness merchandising and promotions.
• Maximize food and beverage department profitability
• Investigate and resolve food quality and service complaints
• Develop along with assistance from department heads operating tools necessary and incidental to modern management principles such as budgeting forecasting purchase specifications recipes portion specifications menu abstracts food production control job descriptions etc.
• Ensure compliance with all Hilton policies and procedures brand standards that relate to food and beverage as well as local state and federal laws and regulations
• Hire train supervise develop discipline and counsel all food and beverage management team members according to Hilton policies and procedures