Food and Beverage Director

Overview

Are you a passionate hospitality leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys creating memorable guest experiences?

The Oasis Hotel & Convention Center is seeking an experienced and energetic Food & Beverage Manager to lead our restaurant, banquet, catering, breakfast, and bar operations. This is an exciting opportunity to join Springfield's only tropical resort-style hotel and play a key role in delivering exceptional service to hotel guests, convention attendees, and restaurant patrons.

About Us

The Oasis Hotel & Convention Center is a full-service hotel featuring 172 guestrooms, over 30,000 square feet of meeting and event space, multiple food and beverage outlets, indoor and outdoor pools, and a unique tropical atrium. Our food and beverage operations include Fire & Ice Restaurant & Bar, banquet and catering services, complimentary breakfast, Bella’s In-House Pizzeria and Cabana Bar Proudly Serving Starbucks.

Why Join the Oasis Team?

• Opportunity to lead multiple food and beverage outlets
• Dynamic convention center and banquet environment
• Supportive leadership team
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Work in one of Springfield's most unique hospitality destinations
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Excellent benefits package including insurance, 401k, health & wellness program, vacation and bonus programs
• If you are a hands-on leader who enjoys developing teams, exceeding guest expectations, and driving results, we'd love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do:

As Food & Beverage Manager, you will oversee the daily operations and profitability of all food and beverage areas while leading a team dedicated to exceptional guest service.

Responsibilities include:

• Leading, coaching, and developing restaurant, banquet, bar, and breakfast teams
• Managing daily operations of Fire & Ice Restaurant & Bar
• Overseeing banquet, catering, and convention center food and beverage functions
• Ensuring exceptional guest experiences
• Managing labor, food, beverage, and operating costs
• Recruiting, hiring, and training associates
• Monitoring inventory, purchasing, and cost controls
• Maintaining health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Working closely with culinary, sales, and hotel leadership teams to achieve revenue and guest satisfaction goals
• Driving operational excellence while creating a positive and engaging work environment

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum of 3 years of food and beverage management experience
• Hotel, resort, restaurant, or convention center experience preferred
• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities
• Experience managing budgets, labor costs, and inventory
• Passion for guest service and hospitality
• Ability to work flexible schedules including evenings, weekends, and holidays