Director of Food & Beverage

About Four Seasons:

Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.

At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.

About the location:

Austin’s particular brand of cool is evident in every detail of our lakeside retreat, as unique as the city itself. Poised in the heart of downtown— on the banks of Lady Bird Lake—the Hotel offers a convenient escape for those looking to explore Austin’s iconic happenings from a secluded oasis. Offering 286 total guest rooms and suites, two award-winning dining outlets (Ciclo and Live Oak), a luxury spa, and 17,121 sq. ft. (1,591 m2) of event space, we remain one of Austin’s first and longest-standing luxury hotels. Guests come for our legendary service and well-appointed accommodations and then return for our exciting seasonal activations and ever-evolving food and beverage offerings.

About the role
Four Seasons Hotel Austin is seeking a Director of Food & Beverage to join our dynamic Food & Beverage Team. The Director of Food & Beverage reports to the Hotel Manager and is a key member of the Hotel’s senior leadership team. This position is responsible for shaping the culture, experiences, and business performance of the Food & Beverage Division.

What you will do

Are you excited about delivering the best Food & Beverage experience to our guests? This position may be the perfect fit for you! We are looking for an inspiring, people-first Food & Beverage leader who develops talent, builds high-performing teams, and creates an inclusive culture of ownership and accountability. This individual brings progressive luxury hospitality experience, good commercial and financial acumen, creative thinking, and the agility to evolve distinctive guest experiences while building meaningful relationships across the Hotel and community.

What you bring

• College degree in hotel or restaurant management, business administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience accepted
• Five to seven years of experience in multiple Food & Beverage department-head roles required
• TABC & Food Handlers Certifications required
• Strong knowledge of food & beverage
• US work authorization is required

What we offer:

COMPLIMENTARY

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance after 30 days!!!
• Room night stays at Four Seasons Worldwide
• Employee meals prepared by the Four Seasons Culinary Team
• Dry cleaning and alteration of employee uniforms
• Parking in Downtown Austin during work shifts

DISCOUNTED

• Discounted public transportation options
• Four Seasons beds and bedding
• Gold’s Gym membership

ADDITIONAL

• Vacation, Sick, Twelve (12) Paid Holidays
• 401k participation with a company matching program
• 100% Company-Paid Parental Leave
• Growth opportunities within Four Seasons

Schedule & Hours:

As our hotel is open 24/7, 365 days a year, we expect our managers to be flexible in working mornings, evenings, weekends and holidays.

The greatest strength of Four Seasons is the diversity of our people. Celebrating diversity ensures a strong culture as we build on our foundation of the Golden Rule. The Four Seasons culture journey is continuing to grow with our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging focus.

Four Seasons is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. To access the 'EEOC is The Law' Information poster please visit this website - https://www.eeoc.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal