Food & Beverage Supervisor
About the job
- Proven experience managing food and beverage operations in hotels or restaurants.
- Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
- Experience with financial management, budgeting, and cost control.
- A high school diploma or GED is required.
- A college and/or culinary degree or equivalent experience is required.
- ServeSafe or an approved equivalent certification, or the ability to obtain certification, is required.
- At least 2 years of progressive lead cook or kitchen supervisory experience is required.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- A passion for delivering outstanding guest service and driving team performance.
- Lead, train, and mentor the food and beverage team to deliver exceptional service and high-quality dining experiences.
- Oversee day-to-day operations of restaurants, bars, and catering services, ensuring smooth workflow and compliance with standards.
- Drive revenue growth through menu development, upselling, and marketing initiatives.
- Monitor and control labor, food, and beverage costs to meet financial targets.
- Collaborate with the food and beverage and General Managers on operational strategies, budgets, and business plans.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
- Foster a positive team culture that emphasizes professionalism, accountability, and engagement.
- Respond promptly to guest feedback and resolve issues to maintain high satisfaction levels.
- Prepare and cook food items in accordance with company and brand quality standards.
- Provide work direction to food and beverage and culinary team members and enforce compliance with health regulations.
- Help achieve overall financial results, guest satisfaction, and positive associate relations.
- Oversee dining outlets, events, and service standards to achieve operational, financial, and guest satisfaction goals.
- At least 2 years as a lead cook or kitchen supervisor in a restaurant or hotel of similar size and reputation for outstanding service.
About the company
BF Saul Company Hospitality Group operates a portfolio of business-class hotels owned by the BF Saul Company in the Washington, DC area, leveraging financial strength from its parent. It runs properties under brands such as InterContinental, Marriott, Leading Hotels of the World, Best Western, and Hilton to attract business travelers and conference attendees. Revenue comes from room bookings, events, dining, and recreational services across branded properties, maintained by standardized service across the portfolio. The goal is reliable, high-quality lodging for professionals and events, supported by a strong workforce and a long-standing corporate backing.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Bethesda, Maryland
Founded
1892
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- B.F. Saul still reported 1,100 hospitality professionals in August 2026, signaling operating scale.
- Spark by Hilton Germantown and The Watermark Hotel expand exposure to newer demand pockets.
- An August 2026 opening of multiple jobs suggests active hiring across operations and maintenance.
What critics are saying
- The 2025 Herndon-to-Fairfield conversion shows aging assets require downtime and capital spending.
- B.F. Saul's 2018 EEOC settlement still stains employer reputation with hospitality workers.
- Heavy DC-region concentration ties results to government travel and office demand, risking sudden occupancy drops.
What makes B. F. Saul Company unique
- B.F. Saul runs 26 hotels across DC, Virginia, Maryland, Florida as of 2026.
- It pairs owned properties with long-term brand franchises from Marriott, Hilton, IHG, and Best Western.
- The Watermark Hotel adds an independent, Capital One-backed 300-suite asset in Tysons.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Paid Vacation
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement