Director of Food and Beverage, Nine Orchard

Job Type Full-time Description

At McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality (MML), we create unforgettable experiences that bring together food, service, and design under the leadership of Larry McGuire, Tom Moorman, and Liz Lambert. MML owns and operates each of its properties, choosing projects that align with our vision and values. In 2024, we proudly expanded to New York City with the acquisition of Nine Orchard, a landmark hotel on the Lower East Side featuring more than seven distinctive food and beverage outlets.

What We Are Looking For:

We are looking for a Director of Food & Beverage for a senior leadership position responsible for all dining, bar, and event operations at Nine Orchard. This individual will set the standard for service, drive operational excellence, and foster a culture of hospitality that defines the guest experience. The right candidate is a dynamic and detail-oriented leader with proven success in luxury hotels or high-volume restaurants, who thrives at the intersection of creativity and business performance.

Why you'll want to work for MML:

• Competitive salary + bonus potential
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and pet insurance
• 401(k) retirement benefits
• Beverage education reimbursement 
• Employee discounts at MML hotels, restaurants, and retail
• Relocation assistance
• Advancement opportunities within a growing hospitality group

What You'Ll Do:

• Provide leadership across all food and beverage outlets—including fine dining, casual dining, in-room dining, bars, and event spaces—ensuring consistency and excellence at every level.
• Oversee front of house, back of house, and banquet operations, aligning service, culinary, and events teams to deliver a seamless guest experience.
• Deliver exceptional guest experiences by maintaining high service standards, building relationships, and personally engaging with guests to gather feedback.
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and beverage leadership to develop menus, seasonal offerings, and promotions that highlight creativity, quality, and profitability.
• Recruit, train, and mentor managers and staff, cultivating a culture of accountability, teamwork, and professional growth.
• Lead daily pre-shift meetings, weekly F&B leadership meetings, and regular executive committee updates to ensure alignment across departments.
• Oversee compliance with all health, safety, and labor laws while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, organization, and presentation. 
• Partner with Sales & Marketing to design promotional campaigns, community events, and brand collaborations that elevate Nine Orchard’s reputation.
• Monitor financial performance through budgeting, forecasting, and cost control, implementing strategies to maximize revenue while maintaining service and quality.
• Manage vendor relationships, oversee purchasing and inventory systems, and ensure effective supply chain operations.
• Champion sustainability efforts by reducing waste, sourcing locally, and implementing eco-friendly practices.
• Serve as a visible leader on the floor, resolving issues in real time and ensuring smooth daily operations across all outlets.
• Experience: 7–10 years in food and beverage leadership, ideally within a hotel or multi-outlet environment.
• Leadership: Ability to build, motivate, and retain high-performing teams.
• Operations Expertise: Strong background in FOH, BOH, banquets, service standards, and menu development.
• Financial Acumen: Proven ability to manage budgets, control costs, and drive revenue.
• Adaptability: A hands-on leader who can balance big-picture vision with daily operational needs.

Requirements

Physical Requirements:

• Essential Functions: Must meet the physical demands to perform critical job functions successfully. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.
• Communication: Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Manual Dexterity: Use hands or fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls.
• Mobility: Often required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Environmental Exposure: Exposure to extreme heat, steam, and cold in a kitchen environment.
• Lifting: Occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Vision: Requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work Environment: Noise level is usually moderate.

If an offer is accepted for this position, you must undergo a comprehensive background check. This process may include verification of employment history, education credentials, criminal records, and other relevant information. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree to the background check process as a condition of employment. 

MML Hospitality is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis. We intend for all qualified applicants to be given equal opportunity and for selection decisions based on job-related factors. 

Salary Description $120,000 - $150,000 + Bonus