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Director of Food & Beverage

Salary Range: $145-160k

Company Description:

Pacific Hospitality Group provides a unique value proposition to investors and team members through our owner/operator approach. We are a family focused company committed to long-term holds that enable us to grow our business and our team members. Our vision is to enrich people’s lives by offering memorable experiences, giving back to our communities and honoring God in all that we do. We are focused on long-term value creation and sustainable growth.

Our Guiding Principles:

Integrity, Compliance, Value Creation, Principled Entrepreneurship, Customer Focus, Knowledge, Change, Humility, Respect, & Fulfillment

Job Description

WHAT YOU WILL ACCOMPLISH

As the D irector of Food & Beverage at Paséa Hotel & Spa, Huntington Beach, you will provide visionary and hands-on leadership for all culinary, beverage, and service operations across the property. You will drive revenue growth, operational excellence, and brand distinction through innovation, team development, and an unwavering commitment to guest satisfaction. You will:

• Develop and execute the annual Food & Beverage business plan aligned with hotel financial goals and brand positioning.
• Oversee $26M in annual F&B revenue, managing labor, COGS, and profitability across banquets and multiple outlets.
• Partner with Sales & Marketing to maximize revenue opportunities for groups, weddings, and social events.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Beverage Manager to design menus that celebrate California coastal cuisine, seasonality, and local partnerships.
• Lead the development of innovative beverage programs that reflect Pasea’s surf-chic, artisanal identity — craft cocktails, premium wines, and local brews.
• Champion sustainability initiatives, including local sourcing, food waste reduction, composting, and eco-friendly packaging.
• Ensure operational excellence by maintaining brand standards and implementing consistent training programs focused on hospitality, efficiency, and service quality.
• Drive technology adoption (POS analytics, forecasting, inventory systems) to enhance accuracy and performance.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse team of managers, chefs, and service professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, creativity, and empowerment.
• Act as the property’s F&B ambassador, engaging with guests, influencers, and community partners to enhance the Pasea brand.
• Curate signature activations and events (chef series, pop-ups, beachfront gatherings) to increase brand visibility and local engagement.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• 7–10 years of progressive Food & Beverage leadership experience in a luxury or upper-upscale hotel/resort environment.
• Proven track record managing $20M+ multi-outlet operations with significant banquet volume.
• Strong financial acumen with a history of improving profitability and cost controls.
• Deep understanding of West Coast dining trends and guest expectations within the “luxury lifestyle” segment.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management or related field preferred.

GREAT IF YOU HAVE

• Experience leading cross-functional teams in culinary innovation, beverage programming, and event operations.
• Passion for sustainability, local sourcing, and community engagement.
• Ability to inspire teams through a culture of hospitality and service excellence.
• Demonstrated success in brand storytelling through food, beverage, and guest experiences.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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