What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Food & Beverage position at Montauk Yacht Club?
Proper Hospitality is seeking a Director of Food & Beverage at Montauk Yacht Club, our 107-room luxury property within The Collective. We offer competitive wages, flexible scheduling, growth opportunities, discounts across our entire portfolio, a comprehensive benefits offering including health and wellness perks, and a fun, exciting environment within the iconic Hamptons in New York!
Spanning 35 acres on Montauk’s Star Island, Montauk Yacht Club offers waterfront views, a private beach, three pools, multiple dining options and over 200 wet slips that can accommodate boats from small day cruisers to 300-foot superyachts. Holding eight decades of East End history as an elite social club and thoughtfully reborn for the modern traveler, guests can expect classic East Coast architecture, well-appointed interiors and detail-driven amenities.
As the Director of Food & Beverage, you will be a strategic leader with a passion for delivering exceptional dining experiences to our guests. Your oversight will include all aspects of our food and beverage operations, ensuring the highest standards of quality, service, and profitability.
Job Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and execute the food and beverage strategy in alignment with our property’s objectives
- Continuously analyze market trends and competitor offerings to identify opportunities for growth and improvement
- Set and achieve revenue and profitability targets while maintaining a strong focus on cost control
- Recruit, train, and mentor a team of talented culinary and service professionals
- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting colleague development and motivation
- Ensure all staff members adhere to high standards of service and professionalism
- Oversee the creation and execution of innovative and appealing menus in all food and beverage outlets
- Maintain the highest standards of food quality, presentation and guest satisfaction
- Regularly review guest feedback and take proactive steps to address any concerns or suggestions
- Develop and manage the annual food and beverage budget
- Monitor financial performance, analyze variances and implement corrective actions as needed
- Optimize revenue through pricing strategies, promotions and upselling opportunities
- Ensure compliance with all local health, safety and food handling regulations
- Implement and maintain food safety and hygiene standards throughout the operation
- Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure the highest levels of cleanliness and safety
- Oversee the planning and execution of special events, banquets and private functions
- Collaborate with the sales and marketing team to attract events and group bookings
- Ensure flawless execution of events, exceeding guest expectations
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with food and beverage suppliers and vendors
- Negotiate contracts, manage deliveries, and monitor product quality and pricing
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in food and beverage management, preferably in a luxury hotel or resort setting
- Strong financial acumen with a proven track record of achieving revenue and profit targets
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Creative and innovative mindset with a passion for culinary excellence
- Knowledge of industry trends, regulations, and best practices
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and holidays
Company Overview
Proper Hospitality is made up of a diverse group of passionate individuals who share a common love for hotels and the art of hospitality. Our philosophy is simple: There is a right way to do things and anything less just isn’t proper. We are seeking out the “best of the best” from inside and outside of the industry to work alongside us as we grow a new kind of lifestyle Hospitality Company inspired by a centuries-old tradition. The work is challenging and fast-paced, but rewarding above all.
We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or any other federal/state protected category.
Proper Hospitality will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local Fair Chance Hiring Ordinances.
