How to hire an assistant director of food and beverage

How to hire an assistant director of food and beverage, step by step

Here's a step-by-step assistant director of food and beverage hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write an assistant director of food and beverage job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant director of food and beverage
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your assistant director of food and beverage job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find an assistant director of food and beverage for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   An assistant director of food and beverage's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, assistant directors of food and beverage from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of assistant director of food and beverage salaries for various roles:

   Type of Assistant Director Of Food And Beverage	Description	Hourly rate
   Assistant Director Of Food And Beverage	Food service managers are responsible for the daily operation of restaurants and other establishments that prepare and serve food and beverages. They direct staff to ensure that customers are satisfied with their dining experience, and they manage the business to ensure that it is profitable.	$28-62
   Bar Manager	Bar managers are also called bar owners or supervisors of bar establishments. The managers are in charge of managing customer complaints, ensuring stocks in the bar, and in scheduling the jobs of employees... Show more	$15-31
   Catering Manager	Catering managers are responsible for managing the daily catering operations and services in hotels, restaurants, and resorts. They monitor the quality of food and service provided by their outlets as well as make sure they are presented well... Show more	$17-34

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Wine
   • Room Service
   • Guest Service
   • In-Room
   • BARS
   • Culinary
   • Beverage Outlets
   • Beverage Management
   • Reservations
   • Beverage Operations
   • Payroll
   • Exceptional Guest
   • Direct Reports
   • Fine Dining

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage and monitor daily operational duties of full service dining room for patients including creating and maintaining department budget.
   • Increase product quality and staff knowledge, create monthly wine promotions, menu development, marketing design and execution.
   • Introduce and champion the implementation of mini bars to guestrooms.
   • Train bartenders on proper set up and breakdown of bars.
   • Implement new wine list, new food and beverage menus and pricing.
   • Overhaul inventory and POS systems to eliminate existing issues with cost and product controls.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your assistant director of food and beverage job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. An assistant director of food and beverage can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, assistant directors of food and beverage' average salary in oklahoma is 42% less than in new york.
   • Seniority. Entry-level assistant directors of food and beverage 54% less than senior-level assistant directors of food and beverage.
   • Certifications. An assistant director of food and beverage with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in an assistant director of food and beverage's salary.

   Average assistant director of food and beverage salary

   $88,047yearly

   $42.33 hourly rate

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   Entry-level assistant director of food and beverage salary

   $59,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 13, 2025

   Average assistant director of food and beverage salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	New York	$116,043	$56
   2	Ohio	$106,204	$51
   3	Pennsylvania	$100,549	$48
   4	Washington	$100,352	$48
   5	Nevada	$97,750	$47
   6	California	$90,820	$44
   7	Texas	$87,206	$42
   8	Louisiana	$82,542	$40
   9	Colorado	$80,516	$39
   10	North Carolina	$79,657	$38
   11	Georgia	$70,693	$34
   12	Florida	$67,950	$33

   Average assistant director of food and beverage salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Club	$89,099	$42.84	28
   2	Aimbridge Hospitality	$83,325	$40.06
   3	Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants	$81,763	$39.31	34
   4	Aramark	$80,586	$38.74	1,683
   5	Mandarin Oriental	$80,506	$38.70	2
   6	Hyatt Hotels	$80,344	$38.63	105
   7	Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts	$80,129	$38.52	18
   8	Auberge Resorts Collection	$78,429	$37.71	27
   9	Rosewood Hotels & Resorts	$77,925	$37.46	3
   10	Aspen Snowmass	$73,645	$35.41	14
   11	Marriott International	$73,130	$35.16	435
   12	The Little Nell	$71,013	$34.14	2
   13	Fairmont Schools	$68,882	$33.12	8
   14	Highgate Hotels	$68,152	$32.77	42
   15	Six Continents Hotels, Inc.	$66,224	$31.84
   16	Hilton	$63,635	$30.59	225
   17	Sea Island	$63,015	$30.30	1
   18	Station Casinos	$58,854	$28.30	2
   19	Compass Group USA	$56,239	$27.04	3,043

4. Writing an assistant director of food and beverage job description

   A job description for an assistant director of food and beverage role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's an assistant director of food and beverage job description:

   Assistant director of food and beverage job description example

   The role of the Assistant GM/Director of Food and Beverage at The Beach Club is to lead, strategize and provide direction to the food and beverage management and operational staff, in all food and beverage outlets.
   
   This role encompasses a well-rounded understanding of the Club's business operations including food and beverage, accounting, asset management, communications, human resources, and sports and recreation. The position requires a creative, strategic thinker who will identify areas for improvement, maximize revenues, move projects forward and execute the Club's missions and goals as set forth by the Board of Directors, GM the Committees, and its Members.
   
   Strong organizational skills, excellent communication, delegation, and execution skills are required. The successful candidate will improve and enhance member satisfaction, design innovative programs, and concepts that will provide a unique and outstanding experience for Members, and guests, while driving F&B revenues is paramount.
   
   Areas of food and beverage oversight include two Kitchens, the Dining Room, Club Events, and The Grill and Catering and Events. Program. Areas of operational oversight include the Security Program.
   Specific Responsibilities ( include but are not limited to): Work closely with the General Manager to execute Club business operations in all areas mentioned above, to achieve the goals and mission of the Club as set forth by the BOD, Committees, and Members. In the absence of the GM, be responsible and accountable for day to day running of the Club. Work closely with Department Heads to ensure optimal productivity for each department is achieved. Represent the Club and participate in numerous member committees including House, Youth, Athletics, Strategic Planning, Food and Beverage, and other committee meetings. Explore and introduce emerging trends in the Food & Beverage industry to the Club, to enhance member satisfaction and improve revenues and attendance including technical programs benchmarking. Maintain strong member relations by providing an uncompromising Club experience across all areas by monitoring, evaluating, and auditing food and beverage offerings including the investigation and resolution of member complaints. Represent the Club and its standard of excellence in the most professional, efficient, and courteous manner with staff, members, and guests. Oversee Wine and Beverage programs, ensuring that product evolution and inventory management meet budget and expectations. Oversee Security operations with Direct reports. Work with the appropriate Department Manager that oversees Member Services Operations to ensure operational success and guest satisfaction are met. Oversee Member and Catering Events through Direct reports, to ensure accuracy and quality of events meet member standards. Work closely with Athletics and Youth Department Manager on member activities and recreational events and ensure they are aligned with same standard of execution Work with corresponding Department Heads to ensure a safe, secure, and healthy facility by following and enforcing sanitation standards through established Club audits conducted by the Department of Health Services, ABC, and other corresponding entities. Forecast workforce planning strategies with Direct Reports and HR to ensure sufficient staffing levels are met which meet labor budgets and service demands. Oversee food and beverage staff qualifications, training, and orientation is met, work with Direct Reports and HR to achieve. Monitor controls and product quality with Purchasing Manager. Qualifications Familiar with the California “lifestyle” and/or having family ties to the area will be viewed as a significant plus. The ideal candidate will: Provide quality leadership and contribute to the positive atmosphere of the Club and associated operations. 7-10 years of experience in the Food & Beverage industry with private clubs or hotels. Including 4-5 years of directorship/management experience. Possess effective problem-solving, and effective verbal and written communication skills, while demonstrating respect and achieving the respect of the staff and the executive staff team. Exhibit excellent people and communication (written, verbal, social media, and computer) skills, as well as a level of “conversational sophistication” to interact with members and staff. Must possess excellent relationship-building skills with staff, members, and guests. Be able to engage with members as well as staff and be especially empathetic to the needs of both constituencies. Possess the ability to supervise subordinate staff, including, but not limited to, assignment of duties, evaluating service, and taking disciplinary action when necessary. Can develop ongoing professional development and training programs for the entire staff and coordinate with other department managers if the training affects their staff, i.e., kitchen, housekeeping, and maintenance. Keen understanding of Club culture and member relations. Excellent ability to prioritize and time manage. Highly knowledgeable in all aspects of Food & Beverage operations including wine and culinary standards, practices, and legal compliance. Demonstrate knowledge of food service techniques and cost controls such as manpower, productivity, food cost, and other expenses. Extensive experience in hiring, training, evaluating, and resolving problems with staff, recommending employee actions. Ability to change activities frequently, manage interruptions and re-establish priorities. Must be tactical, roll up sleeves, and get involved in detail when necessary. Possess mandatory budgetary analysis capabilities. Have a working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity and civil rights, occupational safety and health, wage and hour issues, and labor relations, including, but not limited to the following statutes and their comparable state and local laws (where applicable): Title VII, ADEA, Equal Pay Act, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, FLSA, ADA, OSHA, FMLA, and NLRA. Physical/Environmental Demands The AGM/Food & Beverage Director is an exempt employee, and the work hours are defined by the responsibilities of the job. Typical days off are Mondays and Saturdays. Ability to work in an office and casual beach environment.
   Education & Experience A degree in hospitality or Hotel/Restaurant Management is recommended but not required CCM or CCM track a plus Compensation and Benefits Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. The Club offers excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, 401K, vacation, paid sick leave, etc.
   Reports to General Manager Direct Reports Executive Chef, Senior F&B Manager, F&B Manager, Security & Safety, Director of Catering,
   CLUB OVERVIEW In January of 1923, a group of foresighted businessmen, drawn together by their common recreational use of, and appreciation for, the spectacularly beautiful Santa Monica beaches, met to discuss the possibility of purchasing land and building a new clubhouse directly on the beach. And so… The Beach Club was conceived. At its core, The Beach Club is a warm and welcoming hub for family-centric, multi-generational dining, a casual and inviting culinary-focused destination supported and enhanced by assorted beach activities (such as volleyball and surfing), paddle tennis, and numerous fitness/training/wellness opportunities. The members have a long history of enthusiastically supporting a variety of culinary, beach, athletic, and social events, including seasonal functions, annual parties, and assorted member gatherings–and are eager to participate in creative, new options and opportunities.
   Now, with its 100th anniversary firmly in sight and a major aesthetic renovation and structural restoration of the classic “beach-style” clubhouse just completed and enthusiastically received by the membership, the club will complete its $20 million “Heart of the House” renovation project in the summer of 2023, completely replacing the kitchen area, main bar area, and staff areas. CLUB DETAILS 760 members 4 membership types 3 dining areas, including Grill, A la Carte Dinner, Main Bar Total Club Revenue - $11-12M Total F&B Revenue - $3M-4M Amenities and programs include Paddle Tennis, Pickleball, Bocce, Water Sports, Volleyball The Club currently has 60full-time employees and 30 part-time employees not including seasonal help. Governance: The Board consists of 9 members on rotating 3-year terms. 8 Standing Committees

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5. Post your job

   To find the right assistant director of food and beverage for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with assistant directors of food and beverage they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit assistant directors of food and beverage who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

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6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting assistant directors of food and beverage requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new assistant director of food and beverage

   Once you've found the assistant director of food and beverage candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new assistant director of food and beverage. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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