Food & Beverage Director na Canyon Ranch

Canyon Ranch guides the pursuit of wellbeing on a path through immersive destinations to a lifetime of proven answers. We inspire your well way of life through Integral Answers, Personal Guidance, Lifetime Impact and Evidence-based Progress.

Now, we are building on this expertise with the launch of our new Canyon Ranch Resort in Austin, TX,  opening Q4 2026.

We are seeking a Director of Food and Bervage to oversee our F&B team.

As Director of Food and Beverage, you will serve as both the cultural ambassador and operational leader for our culinary, service, and event experiences.

This role is responsible for guiding, innovating, and elevating every aspect of F&B operations. This pivotal role requires a creative and strategic leader dedicated to delivering excellence in both food and beverage offerings.

You will oversee the department’s full scope, ensuring outstanding service, uncompromising quality, and operational efficiency.

The Director will shape memorable guest experiences, inspire a high-performing team, and drive consistent operational success across multiple outlets and events.

Be part of the Canyon Ranch team and a culture whose purpose is to make lives happier and healthier.  

WHAT YOU'LL DO AS A CANYON RANCH COLLEAGUE

• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and inspire a talented team of culinary, service, and event professionals fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and professional growth. Partner closely with the Executive Chef to integrate culinary operations with beverage, events, and service standards. Oversee recruitment, training, evaluation, and career development for F&B staff, ensuring adherence to company policies and standards. Lead by example, ensuring all employees uphold service standards, punctuality, and appearance.
• Operations & Service Excellence: Manage and oversee all F&B operations, including restaurants, bars, lounges, and event functions, ensuring seamless service delivery and operational efficiency. Maintain the highest standards of service, presentation, hygiene, and safety across all F&B operations. Curate and execute creative culinary experiences and events, maintaining meticulous attention to detail and brand consistency. Collaborate with other department heads to ensure alignment, operational cohesion, and delivery of a world-class guest experience.
• Strategic Planning & Financial Management: Develop and implement innovative food and beverage strategies aligned with brand vision and guest expectations. Develop and manage the departmental annual operating budget, ensuring cost control, revenue optimization, and financial accountability. Monitor performance metrics, identify opportunities for improvement, and implement best practices to enhance efficiency, quality, and guest satisfaction.
• Guest Experience & Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with guests, vendors, and other stakeholders. Ensure consistent delivery of exceptional guest experiences and proactively address issues or concerns.
• Direct budget and revenue generating responsibility: The position is directly responsible for forecasting and generating revenue or developing and managing the department budget.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL

• Experience: Minimum five years in Food & Beverage operations, including at least two years in a senior leadership role within a luxury or high-end hospitality setting.
• Education: Minimum High School diploma or equivalent. Preferred Associate degree or two-year equivalent specialized training or experience required.
• Experience curating and executing creative events in a variety of settings with a keen eye for detail
• Certifications: ServSafe Manager Certification
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving history

WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE AS A COLLEAGUE

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, and paid time off
• Partner and collaborate with world-class experts in the fields of health, fitness, spa and health & performance
• YouPlay - Exclusive access to Canyon Ranch amenities and discounted programs at our properties
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and growth

Canyon Ranch is a 14-time winner of Travel + Leisure’s Best Spa Award, a winner of the LUX Life Magazine Most Pioneering Holistic Health & Wellness Resort Award and Conde Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards, an 11-time recipient of the Condé Nast Traveler Best Destination Spa Award, and named 2025 Top Five Wellness Hotels in the World by The Michelin Guide. 

We are proud of our ability to help transform lives. It motivates us. It energizes us. It fulfills us.

Are you ready to join our cause?