One Haus Hospitality

Director of Food & Beverage

Department: Food & Beverage

Salary: $175,000-$185,000 + 30% Bonus

Reports To: General Manager

Location: Austin, TX

Status: Full-Time | Exempt

A highly anticipated, new luxury/lifestyle hotel is coming to Austin and is seeking an inspiring, strategic, and hands-on Director of Food & Beverage to lead the launch and ongoing success of the food & beverage operations. This executive-level role is responsible for driving financial performance, operational excellence, brand consistency, and elevated guest experiences across multiple outlets including restaurants, bars, in-room dining, banquets, and special events.

The ideal candidate brings strong multi-outlet leadership experience, a refined service mindset, and a deep understanding of both financial discipline and experiential hospitality. This role requires a highly collaborative leader who can inspire teams, build culture, and execute at the highest level of service standards.

Position Overview

The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for overseeing all aspects of food & beverage operations, including restaurant outlets, bars, and conference & event spaces. This role will lead strategy, execution, financial performance, and team culture while ensuring a best-in-class guest experience.

The ideal candidate is a strong operator with a proven record of managing high-revenue F&B divisions, opening new properties, and developing high-performing leadership teams. This individual will be highly visible on the floor, actively engaging with guests and team members to uphold exceptional standards.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Oversee all restaurant, bar, and conference & event operations
• Develop and implement operational strategies to ensure excellence in food quality, service, and guest experience
• Ensure all outlets consistently meet brand and luxury hospitality standards
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and hygiene regulations

Opening & Launch Leadership

• Lead recruitment efforts for the opening team
• Oversee training and development initiatives prior to and following launch
• Establish service culture, SOPs, and operational frameworks
• Ensure seamless operational readiness for opening and post-launch stabilization

Financial Management

• Own full F&B P&L responsibility
• Develop annual budgets and forecasting models
• Monitor revenue, labor, and cost controls to drive profitability
• Implement strategies to improve margins and operational efficiency
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure quality, consistency, and pricing integrity

Team Development & Culture

• Recruit, mentor, and develop senior F&B leaders
• Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and teamwork
• Drive guest and team member engagement initiatives
• Maintain strong communication across departments

Guest Experience

• Maintain strong presence on the floor, interacting with guests regularly
• Ensure service standards consistently exceed expectations
• Address and resolve guest concerns promptly and effectively

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of progressive Food & Beverage leadership experience in high-volume, upscale environments
• Minimum 6 years managing high-volume F&B operations generating $20M+ in annual revenue
• Prior hotel or large-scale restaurant opening experience strongly preferred
• Strong P&L ownership and financial acumen
• Proven ability to lead large, diverse teams
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Flexible and adaptable to the demands of a 24-hour operation
• Post-secondary degree or diploma preferred

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range (Base): $175,000 – $185,000

Bonus: Annual potential up to 30%

PTO: 9 paid holidays & 20 PTO days annually

Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical plans for individual & family

401(k): Yes, with company match

Relocation Assistance: Yes (packages vary case-by-case and contingent upon 1–2 year agreements)

Perks:

• Employee dining and hotel stay discounts across the company
• Professional development and education programs
• Company-wide growth opportunities
• Parking provided

Visa Sponsorship: No

*Equal Employment Opportunity* #AA