Assistant Complex Director of F&B

Assistant Complex Director of Food & Beverage (F&B)

The Opportunity: Drive Luxury F&B Operations

Horseshoe Bay Resort, a premier luxury destination on the shores of Lake LBJ, is seeking a strategic and experienced Assistant Complex Director of Food & Beverage (F&B).

This pivotal leadership role will assist the Complex Director in overseeing the entire scope of the resort's diverse F&B operations, which range from high-volume food trucks and casual venues to upscale, fine dining establishments. If you are a dynamic leader with a strong focus on financial performance, team development, and delivering exceptional guest experiences during peak evening hours, your next career opportunity is here.

Posting Details & Schedule

• Job Title: Assistant Complex Director of Food & Beverage (F&B)
• Shift Focus: Primarily involves evening shifts to manage peak operational hours.
• Location: Horseshoe Bay Resort, 200 Hi Cir N, Horseshoe Bay, TX 78657, USA

Key Responsibilities & Functional Areas

The Assistant Complex Director of F&B drives operational excellence and financial performance across all resort dining and beverage venues.

Strategic & Operational Leadership

• Oversight: Direct daily operations of all food and beverage outlets, including restaurants, bars, in-room dining, and catering services.
• Brand Standards: Ensure every venue delivers a unique, high-quality guest experience consistent with the resort's luxury brand standards.
• Strategy Implementation: Develop and execute specialized operational strategies for the diverse offerings, optimizing efficiency from casual to upscale environments.
• Planning: Contribute to long-term F&B strategies, aligning offerings with current market trends and overall resort objectives.
• Project Management: Lead special projects focused on enhancing service quality, operational efficiency, and revenue generation.

Financial Management & Profitability

• Budgeting: Assist in the preparation and rigorous management of departmental budgets, ensuring alignment with resort financial goals.
• Performance Analysis: Monitor financial performance, accurately analyze variances, and implement decisive corrective actions to achieve revenue and profitability targets.
• Cost Control: Oversee comprehensive inventory management, cost control measures, and procurement processes to maximize operational efficiency.

III. Team Development & Management

• Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a large, diverse team of F&B professionals and associates across all venues.
• Culture & Growth: Foster a collaborative environment that promotes professional growth, teamwork, and best-in-class service delivery.
• Performance Management: Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and oversee targeted training initiatives.

Compliance, Quality & Guest Experience

• Standards & Safety: Champion the highest level of quality and service. Conduct regular audits and inspections to uphold compliance, quality, and safety standards across all venues.
• Regulatory Adherence: Ensure all F&B operations adhere to local, state, and federal regulations, including health and safety standards, labor laws, and food safety requirements.
• Guest Relations: Promptly address guest feedback and concerns, implementing improvements based on insights to champion personalized service and innovative offerings.

Qualifications & Employment Standards

Education & Experience

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a senior food and beverage management role (e.g., Assistant Director, Director, General Manager) within a luxury resort or hotel environment.
• Scope: Proven experience overseeing and successfully managing multiple, diverse dining and beverage venues, including both casual and fine dining establishments.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Business Administration, or equivalent work experience required.

Required Skills & Attributes

• Leadership: Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and manage diverse teams.
• Financial Acumen: Strong financial knowledge with direct experience in budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and variance analysis.
• Strategic Thinking: Strategic thinker with a creative approach to problem-solving and service enhancement.
• Industry Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of food and beverage trends, with a genuine passion for culinary excellence and guest service.
• Operational Agility: Ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining meticulous attention to detail.

Benefits & Perks

Join our team and experience the "lake life" where genuine Texas hospitality meets luxury, supported by a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

Comprehensive Benefits (Full-Time Eligibility)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• 401(k) Plan with Employer Match
• Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident Plans
• Associate Relief Fund

Resort Perks & Development

• Associate Housing and Shuttle Service
• Weekly Meal Subsidies
• Limited Access to Resort Amenities (Golf, etc.)
• Associate Discounts on Retail and Dining at Horseshoe Bay Resort
• Discounts at over 100 Crescent Hotels & Resorts properties
• Growth opportunity through our Manager in Training Program (MIT).