Food and Beverage Director

: Company Description

About Westgate Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort A beautiful oceanfront resort that lies across the street from Family Kingdom Amusement Park, Westgate Myrtle Beach offers you an incredible opportunity to enjoy the sunshine, cool breezes and spectacular oceanfront views along the beautiful Grand Strand. Enjoy the satisfaction of assisting guests from all over the world who arrive to enjoy our spacious villas and numerous onsite amenities.

We are seeking a hands-on, guest-focused leader with a passion for hospitality, strong business acumen, and a commitment to team development. As the Director of Food & Beverage , you will lead the strategy and daily execution of all food and beverage operations across various outlets at our beautiful Myrtle Beach resort. You'll be part of a passionate and experienced leadership team who strives to ensure every guest, owner and team member receives an exceptional experience. You'll oversee a team of managers and staff, manage financial performance, and uphold company standards for service, safety, and quality.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations for all F&B outlets, including restaurants, bars, and event catering.
• Ensure consistency in service delivery, food quality, and guest satisfaction.
• Lead a team of outlet managers and supervisors; provide coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback.
• Manage departmental budgets, review P&L statements, and implement strategies to maximize revenue and control costs.
• Support menu development, recipe standardization, and sales analysis to ensure profitability and guest appeal.
• Oversee inventory, purchasing, and vendor relations to maintain appropriate stock levels and cost efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and company policies through regular audits and inspections.
• Analyze labor needs and approve schedules that balance guest service with financial performance.
• Champion training programs that foster skill development, safety awareness, and service excellence.
• Respond promptly and professionally to guest inquiries and concerns, ensuring positive resolution.
• Collaborate with resort leadership to support resort-wide initiatives and guest programming.
• Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and recognition in line with our service philosophy.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality or related field is a plus.
• 8+ years of food & beverage leadership experience in a hotel, resort, or timeshare setting
• Experience using POS systems, inventory tools, and basic Microsoft Office
• Experience managing budgets, P&L, labor, and inventory

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of restaurant, bar, and event operations
• Skilled in team leadership, coaching, and staff development
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and compliance standards
• Hands-on leader with a focus on guest service and team success
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays as needed
• The team member must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Additional Information

Why Westgate?

• Comprehensive health benefits - medical, dental and vision
• Paid Time Off (PTO) - vacation, sick, and personal
• Paid Holidays
• 401K with generous company match
• Get access to your pay as you need it with our Daily Pay benefit
• Family benefits including pregnancy, and parental leave and adoption assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Assistance
• Military Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Exclusive discounts for Team Member (i.e., hotels, cruise, resorts, restaurants, entertainment, etc.)
• Advancement & development opportunities
• Community Involvement Programs

Westgate Resorts is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email View email address on us.fitly.work with the job title and the location of the position for which you are applying.