Director of Food & Beverage

The Trade Hotel Milwaukee

Director of Food & Beverage

Milwaukee, WI
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Join our team, a 2025 USA Today Top Workplace Winner!

    Now hiring a Director of Food & Beverage at the The Trade Hotel Milwaukee.

    Why You’ll Love Working with Us

    We invest in you and your career development, providing tools, resources, and mentorship to help you succeed. We foster genuine customer engagement and a positive, team-oriented work culture where your contributions are valued and celebrated.

    As the Official Hotel of Deer District, The Trade Hotel is located in the bustling heart of downtown, adjacent to Fiserv Forum. Situated courtside in Cream City’s dynamic hub of sports, culture, and entertainment, The Trade offers 207 luxurious rooms and suites plus destination dining with a rooftop restaurant and lounge boasting stunning city views

    Achievements for NCG Hospitality and The Trade include:

    USA Today Top Workplace Winner 2025

    Hotel Opening of the Year 2023

    Development Excellence Award 2024

    AAA Four Diamond Hotel 2024

    How You’ll Make An Impact

    The Director of Food & Beverage works to create a positive work environment for the team while also ensuring that guests receive exceptional service and high-quality food. Operations & Financial Management

    Oversee daily Food & Beverage operations, ensuring adherence to policies, standards, and procedures

    Assist in the ordering, receiving, and inventory control of food, beverages, cleaning supplies, and uniforms

    Assist in preparing and managing the annual Food & Beverage budget, including cost control for food, beverage, and labor

    Analyze financial performance, identify variances, and recommend corrective actions

    Team Leadership & Development

    Supervise Food & Beverage team, including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management

    Support team growth through coaching, employee relations, and ongoing development

    Guest Experience & Quality Standards

    Ensure exceptional guest service by maintaining personal contact with guests dining

    Maintain product and service quality standards by addressing deficiencies and initiating improvements

    Deliver consistent, high-quality service that enhances guest satisfaction and retention

    What does success look like in this role?

    College degree or at least five years of food & beverage related experience

    Three years or more in Food & Beverage management positions

    Motivated to maintain excellent customer service reputation

    Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills

    Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills

    Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast-paced setting

    What Will You Get At NCG Hospitality? We take great pride in the inclusive environment we’ve created attributing to our award-winning status, all while staying true to our core values of Growth, Fun, Trust, and Responsibility. An experience in which team members at every level are fully engaged and can see the relationship between their job responsibilities and the overall success of the The Trade Hotel Milwaukee.

    Career Development

    Personalized career pathing and skill development

    Leadership and mentorship programs

    Educational and certification reimbursement

    Team Member Perks

    Worldwide hotel discounts and free stays at NCG Hospitality managed hotels

    Catch of the Day – earn bonuses for going above and beyond to support team and guests

    Everyone Sells – earn cash for bringing in business to our properties

    Paid Volunteer hours – Earn money for community service

    Health & Wellness Benefits

    Medical, dental, and vision plans

    Paid sick time and Paid Time Off

    Virtual telehealth access and employee assistance resources

    Monthly health and fitness reimbursement programs

    Financial Support

    Same-day pay options

    Referral bonus – earn cash for bringing great team members

    401(k) retirement plan with 100% match on the first 3% and 50% match on the next 2%

    Health Savings Account

    Ready To Grow With Us?

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    NCG Hospitality is an Equal Opportunity Employer.