Area Director, Food and Beverage - Oklahoma City Region

Area Director Of Food & BeverageA career at The National, Autograph Collection means working at one of the most breathtaking luxury hotels in Oklahoma City. Located in the historic First National Center, this stunning hotel features 146 guest rooms, the award-winning Tellers Italian restaurant, and The Great Hall, an iconic social and event space. Employees at The National take pride in delivering refined hospitality in an awe-inspiring setting, where history meets modern elegance.We are experts in lifestyle, boutique hotels and restaurants. We elevate our food and beverage to match the quality and sensorial experience of our hotels. We create memories, bring dreams to life, and deliver unmatched perfection around every corner. From the moment of arrival, guests are met with personalized and thoughtful service. This is where you can be yourself and truly succeed. Join our team of innovators!The Area Director of Food & Beverage plays a key leadership role in shaping the culinary vision and operational success of Coury Hospitality's restaurants and bars across the Oklahoma City region and beyond. This includes guiding a vibrant mix of concepts—from Stock & Bond, Gilded Acorn, Tellers, The Great Hall, Mint, and Vault at The National, to Flint and Flora at the Colcord, to Vast, nebu, Aravali, The Chalkboard and O Bar at the Ambassador OKC, and Rally Kitchen & Bar and One Bar at NOUN in Norman.The role also extends support to additional standout markets, including The Chalkboard at Ambassador Hotel Tulsa, Sienna and Dockum at Ambassador Hotel Wichita, and Tuscana and Paramount at The Barfield in Amarillo. Together, these locations form a dynamic culinary portfolio, and the Area Director ensures consistency, innovation, and exceptional hospitality across every concept.This position is based in Oklahoma City and requires regular travel between properties.You should join our team if you believe...People come first and our curators are the driving force behind our success.Exceptional service, elevated cuisine, and thoughtful beverage programming create unforgettable experiences.Leadership means inspiring, developing, and empowering high-performing teams.Collaboration, innovation, and operational excellence are the foundation of a thriving food & beverage program.In joining an organization that cares about and supports your career growth and developmentYou're a great fit for this role if you...Are a dynamic and results-driven F&B leader with a track record of success in multi-unit or multi-outlet environments.Excel in strategic planning, operational execution, and brand consistency across diverse F&B concepts.Possess strong financial acumen, expertise in cost controls, and a passion for achieving outstanding profit performance.Lead with a guest-centric mindset, ensuring each concept delivers unmatched moments and service excellence.Drive innovation through creative programming, menu development partnership, and elevated standards.Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, training, and continuous improvement across all properties.Can navigate the unique nuances of luxury dining, casual dining, banquets, bars, and event-driven venues.Essential ResponsibilitiesOperational LeadershipProvide strategic oversight of F&B Operations in all Oklahoma locations, along with Wichita, and Amarillo including restaurants, bars, lounges, banquets, catering, and in-room dining.Ensure consistency in service standards, SOP compliance, product quality, and brand voice across all properties.Lead property F&B Directors, Managers, and Chefs to deliver outstanding guest service, operational efficiency, and consistent execution.Conduct regular property visits, operational walkthroughs, and service observations.Financial PerformanceDrive profitability through labor management, cost controls, inventory systems, revenue optimization, and menu engineering.Review financial statements, manage budgets, and partner with property leadership to achieve monthly/annual financial goals.Implement strategies to grow average check, beverage performance, banquet revenue, and outlet contribution margins.People & CultureMentor and develop F&B leaders across assigned area, ensuring strong bench strength and succession planning.Promote Coury Hospitality's "People First" culture, ensuring teams feel supported, inspired, and empowered.Support recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and leadership development in partnership with HR and property teams.Guest ExperienceEnsure each concept delivers memorable, engaging, and brand-aligned service.Respond to guest trends, feedback, and service challenges with proactive solutions.Champion high service standards and guest engagement practices across the region.Culinary & Beverage ExcellenceCollaborate with Culinary and F&B Directors on menu innovation, product quality, and brand-driven programming.Maintain consistency in plating, presentation, beverage recipes, and service delivery.Lead implementation of seasonal menus, special events, pop-ups, and promotional activations.Compliance & SafetyEnsure compliance with health codes, liquor laws, workplace safety, food safety standards, and internal SOPs.Partner with risk management on responsible alcohol service and safety training initiatives.Education and Experience:Minimum 7–10 years of progressive Food & Beverage leadership experience; multi-unit, multi-outlet, luxury, or boutique hotel experience strongly preferred.Experience overseeing both front-of-house and back-of-house F&B operations.Proven success in financial performance, team development, and driving guest satisfaction.Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Business, or related field preferred.Prior experience with four-star or four-diamond environments highly preferred.We have a place for you on our team if your passion is to curate UNMATCHED MOMENTS.This job posting is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant. We are an equal opportunity employer.