Assistant Director of Food & Beverage

Assistant Director of Food & Beverage

Mainsail Lodging & Development Fort Myers, FL

We're looking for enthusiastic, fun, and energetic people who take the work seriously, but not themselves. Let's see if we're a fit. We hope so.

The Assistant Director of Food & Beverage supports the strategic and day-to-day leadership of all food and beverage operations at Luminary Hotel & Co., an Autograph Collection Hotel. This role partners closely with the Director of Food & Beverage to oversee multiple outlets, including restaurants, bars, banquet and catering operations, convention center events, and amphitheater activations. The Assistant Director ensures exceptional guest experience, drives financial performance, and fosters a culture of service excellence aligned with Marriott brand standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the overall management and leadership of all food and beverage outlets, including restaurants, lounges, in-room dining, banquets, and special event venues.
• Support large-scale operations including convention center programming and amphitheater events, ensuring seamless execution and guest satisfaction.
• Partner with the Director of Food & Beverage to develop and implement strategic initiatives to drive revenue, profitability, and guest engagement.
• Ensure compliance with Marriott Autograph Collection standards, local regulations, and health and safety requirements.
• Lead, coach, and develop department managers and team members; promote a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee scheduling, labor management, and productivity to meet financial targets.
• Monitor financial performance, including revenue, cost of goods sold, labor expenses, and overall profitability; take corrective action as needed.
• Collaborate with Culinary, Sales, and Events teams to execute group business, catering events, and activations at the highest level.
• Maintain high standards of quality, presentation, and service across all outlets.
• Address guest feedback proactively and resolve concerns to ensure a positive guest experience.
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies to build a high-performing team.
• Participate in budget development and forecasting processes.
• Drive innovation in food and beverage offerings, programming, and guest experiences.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive food and beverage leadership experience in a full-service or luxury hotel environment.
• Experience managing multiple outlets and large-scale banquet or convention operations required.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, forecasting, and P&L performance.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop teams.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of Marriott systems and brand standards preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Core Competencies

• Leadership & Team Development
• Operational Excellence
• Financial Management
• Guest Experience Focus
• Strategic Thinking
• Collaboration & Communication
• Adaptability & Innovation

Physical Demand

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to communicate clearly
• Ability to lift, bend, and carry 20 lbs.
• Ability to climb stairs
• Corrected vision to normal range
• Ability to drive/transport self and others
• Ability to travel on occasion for meetings
• Ability to work long hours as needed

Mental Demands

• Make sound judgments quickly
• Work on multiple tasks, making appropriate progress towards deadlines
• Able to work independently, take direction, and provide direction to others
• Manage differing personalities within the office, the hotel, and the community
• Maintain the highest degree of confidentiality
• Ability to work effectively in stressful, high pressure situations
• Ability to effectively handle challenges in the workplace, including anticipating, preventing, identifying and solving problems as necessary

Work Environment

This position operates in a dynamic hospitality environment that includes restaurants, bars, banquet spaces, convention center facilities, and outdoor amphitheater venues. The role requires frequent interaction with guests, team members, and leadership in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Reporting Structure

Reports directly to the Director of Food & Beverage. Luminary Hotel & Co. is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates.

Notice

Luminary Hotel & Co. operates seven days a week, 24 hours a day. All employees must understand that business demands may require flexibility in scheduling, including working outside of their customary shifts. As a 24/7 hospitality business, leadership presence is expected during key service periods and times of peak occupancy. A hospitable, professional, and solutions-oriented attitude must be projected at all times to support our commitment to exceptional guest service.

Benefits

• Full-time Associate Benefits
• Medical, Dental, & Vision | HSA & Flexible Spending Account Options | Basic Life & Disability Plan Options | 401K Retirement Plan | Paid Time Off | Holiday Pay | Career Training & Development Opportunities | Tuition Reimbursement | Bereavement Leave | Employee Assistant Program (EAP) | Jury Duty (May vary by state) | Employee Discounts | Employee Referral Bonus | Free meal for all full-service hotel employees
• Part-time Associate Benefits
• All above-listed benefits except for Medical Insurance and Holiday Pay