Director of Food and Beverage

Company: The Marcus Corporation
Location: Pittsburgh
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

At Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh, we invite you to be part of a workplace where individuality is celebrated, personal growth is empowered and every moment matters. Our culture is built on the values of Be Yourself, Lead Yourself, Make It Count , creating a vibrant, inclusive environment for passionate hospitality professionals. Housed in the historic James H. Reed building originally built in 1903, our 248-room boutique hotel seamlessly blends old-world architecture with bold, whimsical interiors. Located in a city undergoing a creative revival, the Kimpton Hotel Monaco stands out as Pittsburgh’s fearless answer to boutique hospitality. If you're ready to bring your unique personality and creativity to a team that values genuine guest connections, we’d love to welcome you aboard. What will you be doing? Provide leadership of the Food and Beverage Department, to include outlets, culinary, and Banquets & Catering. Monitor outlets during peak periods to oversee production, flow, and presentation. Continuously strive to be special within the market. Identify and stay current on market trends within the industry. Actively participate in conversations about reconcepting The Commoner. Create and implement new strategies to drive incremental revenue and profit, utilizing the 2026 Business Plan as a reference document. Directly supervise and partner with the Executive Chef to provide excellent quality and presentation of all food. Maximize revenue and profit through proactive marketing of the property’s food and beverage offerings. Collaborate with Marketing Manager and Director of Sales & Marketing on programming and activations on-property. Represent the property in the community through media and special events, as needed. Review feedback from clients and associates, make judgments and take action to implement suggestions for improvement. Maintain warm, hospitable guest relations in all guest contact. Drive overall F&B satisfaction scores and exceptional 3rd party reviews by providing outstanding product quality and service. Ensure prompt, courteous, and professional responses to all guest complaints. Achieve budgeted revenues and operate within budgeted guidelines by maintaining effective controls and developing long- and short-range financial objectives. Develop and implement pricing, service, and product strategies. Review and approve all menus and pricing in restaurant outlets and Banquets & Catering. Partner with the Sales & Catering Department to review F&B minimums and selling guidelines. Lead and participate in ongoing service education through facilitation of daily line-ups, regular team meetings, and back- and front-of-house training programs. Collaborate with staff to create a culture and supportive work environment founded upon respect, communication, and performance. Recruit, interview, hire, train, and retain new associates. Direct the daily activities and assignments of staff, ensure appropriate coverage, develop and communicate departmental strategies and goals, and assign/prioritize work. As a key executive leader, motivate and inspire across departments. Establish development opportunities for high-potential associates seeking growth. Ensure appropriate standards of conduct, dress, and appearance are maintained. Assess and review the job performance of Food & Beverage associates. Coach and counsel through progressive discipline according to policy. Support other property departments to ensure brand standards and offerings match the quality of The Commoner. Responsible for the preparation of the annual budget and monthly forecasts. Present monthly performance results, variance analysis, and on-property/local F&B trends. Develop a selection and pricing strategy for all liquors and wines and supervise their procurement. Adhere to all safety, health, and sanitation requirements. Secure all Food and Beverage property and inventories. Oversee condition of the physical asset through partnership with Director of Facilities and through the annual capital planning process. Support hotel policies and procedures. Perform other duties as requested by leadership. What do you bring to the role? Bachelors Degree in Hotel/Restaurant Management or Hospitality is preferred. Position requires 5 years of Food & Beverage management experience. Minimum 3 years' experience as a Restaurant General Manager or Director of Food and Beverage is preferred. Strong knowledge of Food & Beverage operations, product, and preparation techniques. Excellent skills in budgeting, expense management, inventory, payroll, labor costing, staffing, marketing, revenue generation, owner relations, and P&L management. Ability to read, understand, and analyze financial statements and have the ability to speak to the results of those financials. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Natural leadership qualities with the ability to inspire a team and provide mentoring and development opportunities to high-potential talent. Able to effectively deal with difficult situations and people while exhibiting integrity and professionalism. Ability to work entire shift standing and/or moving in Banquets, Outlets, and Kitchen areas, as needed. Flexibility to work varied shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays. What’s in it for you? Hotel discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts and IHG-branded properties Discounts at Marcus Hotels & Resorts restaurants, cafes, lounges, golfing, skiing, and spa Paid time off Medical, dental, and vision insurance (offered after 30 days of employment) 401K with employer match Company-paid life insurance Employee assistance program Ability to grow your career and transfer from one property to another And more! About Us: A division of The Marcus Corporation, Marcus Hotels & Resorts has a rich 60-year history of operational and service excellence. We are “People Pleasing People” who strive daily to create extraordinary experiences for guests and associates alike. Focused on expanding our U.S.-based portfolio of 15 hotels and resorts, our properties are known for their unique character and style. Note\: This document describes the general nature and level of work required of people in the job. It is not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, duties, and skills. Kimpton Hotel Monaco Pittsburgh is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KMPE

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