Director of Food and Beverage

Job Posting Director of Food &
Beverage: The Wildbirch Hotel, Anchorage, AK

About
Us

The Wildbirch Hotel, a Joie de Vivre by Hyatt property in
the heart of Anchorage, blends boutique hospitality with a distinct Alaskan
touch. We’re seeking a hands on Director of Food and Beverage to lead F&B
operations and elevate the guest experience across all dining, beverage,
and event outlets.

Position Summary

The Director
of Food & Beverage provides strategic and operational leadership for all
food and beverage operations at The Wildbirch Hotel, including Crimson, Deck 85,
Undertap, and banquet/catering. Partnering with the hotel General Manager
and Executive Chef, this leader drives exceptional guest experiences, financial
performance, operational excellence, and team development while fostering
a high-performing culture. This is more than a 9 -5, we are looking for someone
with the ability to cultivate and create a uniquely Alaskan experience.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead, coach, and develop
managers and team members across all food and beverage operations, fostering
a culture of accountability, service excellence, and continuous development
from banquets to in room dining.

· Drive financial performance through
budgeting, forecasting, labor management, cost controls, and revenue
optimization.

· Partner with the Executive Chef to deliver innovative
menus, consistent quality, and effective food cost management.

· Ensure
compliance with all health, safety, sanitation, and responsible alcohol service
standards.

· Elevate the guest experience by maintaining exceptional
service standards and resolving guest concerns proactively.

· Oversee
purchasing, inventory, vendor relationships, and operational resources across
all outlets.

· Collaborate with the Sales team to execute successful
banquet, catering, and group events.

· Maintain operational excellence
through effective scheduling, performance management, and adherence to company
standards and policies.

· Support hotel-wide initiatives alongside
ownership, GM, and regional support teams

Qualifications

· 5+ years of progressive food
and beverage leadership experience in a boutique, lifestyle, or full-service
hotel environment.

· Previous experience as a Restaurant General Manager,
Food & Beverage Manager, or Director of Food & Beverage preferred.

· Proven success leading multiple food and beverage outlets with full P&L
accountability, budgeting, and forecasting.

· Experience managing
multi-outlet hotel food and beverage operations, including restaurants, bars,
and banquet/catering.

· Demonstrated ability to build, develop, and lead
high-performing teams while delivering exceptional guest experiences.

·
Strong business acumen, communication, leadership, and problem-solving
skills.

· Proficient with hospitality technology, including POS,
reservation, inventory, and financial management systems.

· ServSafe
Manager Certification and TAP (or equivalent alcohol server certification)
required or obtainable within 30 days of hire.

· Ability to work
a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as business
needs require.

Apply now for a rare opportunity in the heart
of downtown Anchorage!

This position is contingent upon
successful completion of a background check, which may include criminal history,
employment verification, and reference checks, in accordance with applicable
federal, state, and local law.

The Wildbirch Hotel is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status,
sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status

Employment with The Wildbirch Hotel is at-will, meaning either the employee
or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with
or without cause or notice

Pay: $100,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year