Director of Food & Beverage | The Station McGregor, IA

Director of Food and Beverage | The Station and Old Man River Brewing | McGregor, IA

The Director of Food & Beverage provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for multiple dining outlets and new restaurant concepts. This role is responsible for concept development, pre-opening execution, financial performance, and delivering exceptional guest experiences across diverse venues. The Director partners closely with ownership, culinary leadership, marketing, and operations teams to build innovative, profitable, and scalable F&B programs.
Let’s start off with the most important part-what’s in it for you:
The Perks
*Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status
• Salary Range: $80,000-$90,000 DOE
• Cellphone Allowance
• Incentive Eligible
• Get Paid Daily (Make any day payday)
• Paid Time off & Holiday Pay (Because Balance Matters)
• Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, 401K
• HSA/FSA Plans -with employer contribution
• Values Based Culture (#OMGLIFE)
• Culture Add (Creating Space for Fresh Perspectives)
• Referral Bonus (Get Paid to Recruit)
• Discounted Lodging, Dining, Spa, Golf, and Retail (Yes, Discounted Travel!)
• Employee Assistance Program
• “Columbia Cares” Volunteer Opportunities
• Committee Participation Opportunities (Fun, Philanthropic, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion)
• Task Force Work Opportunities (Grow your career in idyllic locations across the globe)
• Online Learning Platform to Help You Grow!
• Third Party Perks (Including discounts on Pet Insurance, Rental Cars, Movie and Concert Tickets, Theme Park and Attractions & so much more)
Our Commitment to you:
“People never forget how you made them feel.” Maya Angelou’s famous statement serves as a rallying cry throughout Columbia Hospitality and fuels our collective drive - and success.
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.

What you’ll do:
The Brass Tacks
• Plan, design, implement, and control all Food and Beverage operations, ensuring profitability, efficiency, and compliance with established standards.
• Establish and maintain standards for food and beverage quality, presentation, handling, sanitation, and safety in alignment with property and regulatory requirements.

• Develop and implement policies and procedures to ensure all work practices meet or exceed established standards.

• Participate in the preparation of annual operating budgets and financial plans that support overall property objectives.

• Establish and maintain budgeted supply and labor costs for Food & Beverage operations.

• Conduct industry research to accurately project future trends and operational needs.

• Partner with the Executive Chef on menu planning, pricing, and preparation.

• Ensure the security of all F&B supplies, equipment, and inventory by establishing and enforcing security standards.

• Partner with Columbia Hospitality to coordinate and execute pre-opening activities prior to hotel openings.

• Maintain regular communication across departments to ensure all staff are informed of updates, changes, and operational needs.

• Communicate with Food & Beverage Managers during service to ensure client and guest satisfaction.

• Conduct frequent inspections of dining, kitchen, and storage areas to ensure all activities meet or exceed established standards.

• Report unsafe conditions immediately and ensure all equipment is properly maintained, functional, and used as intended.

• Participate in the property’s Manager on Duty program as needed.

• Ensure timely, courteous follow-through on all client, guest, and team member requests.

• Select, supervise, train, develop, schedule, discipline, and counsel staff while demonstrating leadership that empowers and inspires teams to achieve high standards.

• Provide timely and formal assessments of individual team members in accordance with performance review policies and procedures.

• Perform in the capacity of any supervised position as needed (based on qualifications).

• Conduct and oversee training on job standards and areas of responsibility as required.

• Performs other related duties and