Join Our Team as Food and Beverage Director at Camp Lucy!
About Camp Lucy
Nestled in the beautiful Texas Hill Country, Camp Lucy is a premier resort and event venue offering luxury accommodation, world-class dining, and unforgettable experiences.
Job Overview
The Director of Food and Beverage oversees all culinary and beverage operations at Tillie’s, Camp Lucy Banquets, and the forthcoming Spa Folklore in Dripping Springs. This position requires a highly experienced professional with expertise in culinary arts, hospitality, and banquet operations. Responsible for developing inventive menus, conducting tastings, and managing both back-of-house and front-of-house staff, the Director must ensure seamless operations across venues. In addition to management duties, the role demands proficiency in payroll, budgets, inventory, hiring, training, performance management, and familiarity with Silverware and UKG systems.
Responsibilities
What You Will Be Doing
As the Director of Food and Beverage at Camp Lucy, you will play a vital leadership role in overseeing the entire food and beverage operation across our resort. You will ensure exceptional guest experiences through operational excellence, innovative culinary and beverage programming, and strong team leadership. Your focus will span across our signature restaurant, in-room dining, banquet and event services, and bar operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage all food and beverage operations, ensuring consistent service excellence across outlets including restaurants, bars, banquets, and special events.
- Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and culinary team to develop seasonal menus and ensure high-quality food standards.
- Drive financial performance through strategic planning, effective cost controls, labor management, and revenue generation.
- Foster a guest-first culture by training and inspiring front-of-house and back-of-house teams to exceed service expectations.
- Maintain compliance with health and safety regulations and ensure all food and beverage operations meet local and state requirements.
- Partner with the Events and Sales teams to execute weddings, corporate events, and private functions with elevated service and precision.
- Analyze guest feedback and implement improvements to enhance dining and event experiences.
- Manage vendor relationships, inventory, and purchasing to optimize quality and cost-efficiency.
- Support hiring, onboarding, performance management, and scheduling of all F&B team members.
- Represent the Camp Lucy brand through professional, warm, and gracious hospitality.
Qualifications
- Degree in Hospitality Management or Culinary Arts. 8-10 years in F&B management, with expertise in culinary arts, banquets, and hospitality.
- Experience in menu development, fiscal management, and using systems like Silverware and UKG is beneficial.
- Food safety and restaurant management certifications are highly valued.
- Strong leadership, communication, organization, and a creative approach to culinary arts.
- Excel in customer service and have experience delivering exceptional guest experiences.
- The personal attributes needed are creativity, adaptability, and strong analytical skills for evaluating and improving operational performance.
Why Join Camp Lucy?
- Paid Time Off: Enjoy 120 hours of paid time off, allowing you to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
- Paid Holidays: Benefit from nine paid holidays throughout the year, giving you time to celebrate with family and friends.
- Health Benefits: Access dental and vision options to support your health and well-being.
- Employee Discounts: Enjoy generous discounts across our properties and services, enhancing your experience with Whim Hospitality.
- Growth Opportunities: Be part of a company that values your professional development and offers clear paths for advancement.
If you are ready to bring your talent, passion, and innovative spirit to create extraordinary experiences in the events industry, apply now to join the Whim Event Rentals team!
Compensation:
Salary: 100K – 110K with opportunities to increase your earnings through exceptional service.
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