Food & Beverage Director | Cedarbrook Lodge

Cedarbrook Lodge is seeking an experienced Food & Beverage Director to lead and oversee all dining, banquet, and beverage operations across the property. This role is ideal for a hospitality professional who understands hotel food & beverage from a big-picture perspective — someone who leads through strong department heads, balances creativity with operational excellence, and enjoys being a visible, supportive leader

The focus of this role is on leadership and operational oversight, working in close partnership with the Executive Chef as well as Banquet and Restaurant leaders to ensure a seamless, high-quality guest experience across all outlets.

If you enjoy collaborating with culinary teams, developing leaders, and creating memorable experiences in a people-first environment, this could be a great fit.

What's in it for you:    

• Competitive salary $110,000 - 115,000 DOE plus annual incentive plan eligibility
• Cellphone allowance
• PTO & Holiday Pay
• Benefits - medical, dental, vision, disability
• 401K with company matching
• HSA/FSA plans -with employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounted lodging, dining, spa, and golf
• Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)
• Inclusive, values-driven team that prioritizes people and exceptional experiences. Opportunities to grow, contribute, and have fun along the way

What you’ll do:

• Manage all aspects of F&B operations, budgeting, labor/supply costs, and service quality.
• Provide leadership and oversight for all food & beverage operations, including restaurant, banquets, catering, and beverage programs
• Lead, coach, and support a strong leadership team, including the Executive Chef, Restaurant Manager, and Banquet Manager
• Partner closely with culinary leadership on menu strategy, pricing, and execution while maintaining focus on the overall health of the operation
• Manage budgets, forecasting, labor strategies, and cost controls
• Ensure consistent service standards and an exceptional guest experience across all outlets
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Events, Rooms, and Finance to support group business and hotel operations
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and liquor regulations
• Conduct regular inspections and proactively address operational needs
• Participate in the Manager-on-Duty rotation and support guest and team needs as they arise

What you’ll bring:   

• 8+ years of progressive food & beverage leadership experience, ideally within a hotel or resort environment
• Experience overseeing both restaurant and banquet operations through department leaders
• Strong operational and financial understanding of food & beverage
• Culinary knowledge and credibility, without needing to be a career Executive Chef
• A people-first leadership style with the ability to coach, mentor, and motivate teams
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with POS systems and compliance standards
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as business needs require

Our Commitment to you:

Our people are our purpose, and our brand is our people. We seek extraordinary individuals who drive our brand promise of Creating Exceptional Experiences. We are a people-first organization, ignited from the inside to succeed on the outside. We are a tight-knit, inclusive, values-driven team and we trust one another to have each other’s backs. We show up every day with open hearts, an inclusive mindset, and a genuine respect for those around us. We have fun, grow together, and strive to leave a positive lasting impression on everyone we meet.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Columbia Hospitality we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles. 

Where you’ll work:
Located less than five minutes from SeaTac International Airport and situated on 18 lush acres, Cedarbrook Lodge is the perfect blend of convenience and escape. Each of the 167 guestrooms and suites at Cedarbrook Lodge offer comfort and tranquility with complimentary amenities including a Northwest-inspired breakfast and airport shuttle service.

Cedarbrook is also home to the award-winning Copperleaf Restaurant and Copperleaf Bar & Terrace, where guests can enjoy exceptional dining with fireside ambiance, indoors or out. The Spa at Cedarbrook is no exception to the hotel's serene setting, known for utilizing petrified wood for it's healing properties in treatments. Cedarbrook is a member of the International Association of Conference Centers (IACC), ensuring a superior meetings experience. 
 

The Fine Print
Columbia Hospitality, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive environment without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. We strive for excellence in every position within the company and select the most qualified people who embrace our service philosophy and these values.

Accountability | Creativity | Enthusiasm | Honesty | Inclusion | Respect
 

Columbia Hospitality is a national management and consulting company with more than 25 years of experience in creating hospitality solutions and delivering exceptional experiences. Our portfolio includes award-winning hotels and resorts, premier residential communities, restaurants and bars, private and public golf clubs, conference centers, and distinctive venues. Columbia Hospitality has been consistently recognized as one of the Top Companies to Work for in Washington by Seattle Business Magazine and Puget Sound Business Journal for their commitment to creating a fun, dynamic and nurturing work environment for team members.