Director of Food and Beverage

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Step into a high-impact leadership role at one of Austin’s premier full-service hotel properties. We’re seeking a dynamic Director of Food and Beverage with experience leading multiple restaurant outlets and managing large-scale banquet operations. This is an exciting opportunity to make a strategic impact, elevate service standards, and help shape the guest experience across events, dining, and beverage programming.

Director of Food and Beverage Benefits and Compensation:

• Bonus eligibility based on performance
• Relocation assistance available
• Full suite of health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off and 11 paid holidays
• Free daily shift meals
• Hotel and employee dining discounts
• Free campus bus access and discounted parking (UT Austin perk)
• Career development and advancement opportunities

Director of Food and Beverage Requirements & Qualifications:

• Candidate must be open to relocation to Austin, TX
• Minimum 4 years of experience as Director of Food and Beverage at a full-service hotel
• Proven success overseeing multiple F&B outlets (restaurant, bar, café, in-room dining, etc.)
• Hands-on experience managing banquet operations with at least 30,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting and event space
• Strong understanding of both front-of-house and back-of-house operations
• Expertise in budgeting, P&L, labor planning, and cost controls
• Demonstrated ability to hire, mentor, and develop high-performing hospitality teams
• Excellent communication and guest service skills with a polished, professional presence

Director of Food and Beverage Preferred Background & Skills:

• Experience with luxury or high-end hotel brands
• Familiarity with Micros, Delphi, or similar POS/banquet software
• Sommelier certification or strong wine/beverage knowledge
• Involvement in event planning, pre-opening, or renovation projects is a plus

At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.

JOB ID: 162703

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Charles Frede

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