Food And Beverage Director

About the Role

We are looking for a Director of Food & Beverage who views hospitality as an art form. In this role, you will do more than manage operations; you will nurture the legacy of a prestigious Washington, DC club. This role is for a leader who finds as much joy in the perfect pour of a vintage wine as they do in the strategic growth of a team. Here, you will pair high-concept dining with the genuine, bespoke service our UHNW members expect, ensuring every engagement at the club is exquisite.

Position Overview

The Food & Beverage Director will be responsible for leading all aspects of the club's F&B operations, including fine dining, casual venues, special events, and private catering, with a focus on delivering world-class service, flawless execution, and culinary excellence. This role will require experience with elite UHNW clientele.

Principal (Essential) Duties

• Develop and execute a long-term F&B strategy that aligns with the club's brand, member expectations, and luxury positioning.
• Uphold and continuously refine the service culture, ensuring an elevated and personalized experience at every touchpoint.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team including restaurant managers, sommeliers, chefs, and service staff.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to curate seasonal menus that reflect excellence, creativity, and quality.
• Oversee all daily F&B operations, including fine dining, lounges, bar service, and banquets.
• Ensure seamless coordination between front-of-house and back-of-house teams.
• Implement and enforce rigorous standards of service, cleanliness, and food safety.
• Foster personal relationships with members, learning preferences and anticipating needs to provide highly tailored service.
• Handle member inquiries and concerns with discretion, professionalism, and responsiveness.
• Work closely with the Events Director and culinary team to create exceptional private dining and club-wide event experiences.
• Oversee execution of VIP events with utmost discretion, attention to detail, and refinement.

Qualifications & Experience

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in luxury hospitality, prior experience working with UHNW clientele is required.
• Proven track record managing high-volume, high-end F&B operations while delivering bespoke service required.
• Deep understanding of culinary trends, wine and beverage programs, and service protocols suitable for UHNW clients.
• Experience in budgeting, financial reporting, and cost control within a luxury environment.
• A degree in hospitality management, culinary arts, or related field highly preferred.

The base salary pay range for this role is $158,565-$189,300, depending on relevant experience and qualifications, in addition to a generous full-suite benefits package offering.