The Food & Beverage Operations Specialist plays a key role in supporting the strategic and operational success of F&B department across multiple properties. This position focuses on standardizing procedures, enhancing performance, and ensuring consistent guest experiences through collaboration, training, and data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in hospitality operations, a passion for service excellence, and the ability to influence change across diverse teams.

Property Location:

13075 Manchester Rd - St. Louis, Missouri 63131

YOU BELONG AT DRURY HOTELS.

Getting a job is just the beginning. Finding a place where you belong is what truly matters. Who you are and what you do makes a difference at Drury Hotels. There's a place for you here today and tomorrow.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US

So. Much. More.

Just as our guests deserve more, so do you deserve more. Be valued for what you do and who you are ... and well compensated for all you accomplish.

Incentives - Quarterly bonuses (we succeed together!) based on hotel resultsWork-life-balance – Flexible scheduling, paid time off, hotel discounts and free room nightsCareer growth - Mentorship, cross-training, development plans, management training, and more-over 200 internal promotions this yearHealth and well-being - Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, disability and Team Member Assistance ProgramRetirement - Company-matched 401(k)Award-winning - Ranked among Forbes' Best Midsize Employers (2023)

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Collaborates in the development, testing, implementation, training, and standardization of food and beverage (F&B) initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.Conducts operational reviews of hotel F&B departments to identify trends, flag issues requiring escalation, and recommend actionable solutions.Maintains strong, collaborative relationships with hotel leadership teams to support operational excellence.Partners with the corporate F&B team to develop and distribute company-wide communications through established internal channels.Delivers hands-on training sessions as needed to support operational consistency and excellence.Works closely with the Learning & Development team to implement approved procedures and assist in the creation of training materials.Provides strategic recommendations to F&B Managers based on quality assurance audits, mystery shopper reports, guest and team feedback, and market and financial analysis.Analyzes F&B profit and loss statements and formulates strategies to enhance financial performance and operational efficiency

WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU

Degree in Hospitality, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)Minimum 3 years in food and beverage operations, preferably in multi-unit or corporate settingsStrong understanding of F&B financials and operational best practicesExperience leading training and implementing proceduresExcellent communication and teamwork skillsProficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Toast is a plusMust be able to travel up to 75% of the timePosition based in the St. Louis Corporate Center

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