Director of Food and Beverage

The Dupont Circle Hotel, part of the award winning Doyle Collection, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Food and Beverage Director to lead and elevate our food and beverage operation in the heart of Washington, DC. Reporting directly to the Hotel Manager, this senior leadership role has full responsibility for the strategic direction, operational performance, and financial success of all food and beverage outlets, including the Michelin recommended Pembroke Restaurant, Doyle Bar, Doyle & Co. coffee shop, In Room Dining, and Meetings & Events. This is a rare opportunity for a commercially driven, guest focused F&B leader to shape a high profile operation within one of DC’s most distinctive lifestyle hotels.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the overall strategy and day to day operation of all food and beverage outlets
• Drive revenue growth through innovative programming, menu development, and guest experiences
• Own departmental budgets, P&Ls, forecasting, and cost controls, including labor and inventory
• Build, mentor, and inspire a high performing leadership team across all F&B areas
• Deliver exceptional guest satisfaction and maintain a visible leadership presence
• Partner closely with Culinary, Sales & Marketing, Finance, and Hotel leadership
• Ensure compliance with brand standards, food safety, and local/state regulations
• Support meetings, events, and private dining to maximize commercial performance

Skills:

• 7–10+ years of progressive food and beverage leadership experience
• Previous experience as a Director of Food & Beverage or senior multi outlet F&B leader strongly preferred
• Proven success managing complex operations, budgets, and labor productivity
• Strong commercial and analytical skills with a hands on leadership style
• Ability to develop leaders, motivate teams, and build positive workplace culture
• Passion for hospitality, service excellence, and brand driven experiences

Why Join Us?

• Lead one of Washington, DC’s most respected hotel F&B operations
• Work within a luxury Forbes recommended property with strong values and creative freedom
• Be part of a collaborative executive team with real influence on hotel performance
• Competitive executive compensation and benefits

The Perks of working for The Dupont Circle Hotel:

• competitive salary
• Low cost health benefits the first of the month following 60 days
• 401k with Company match
• Free short and long term disability benefits
• Paid Vacation, paid Holidays and Paid sick time
• Free shift meals
• Discounted parking and access to commuter benefits
• Doyle Collection travel discounts
• Wellness Perks and a free employee assistance program

The Dupont Circle, Washington

The Dupont Circle Hotel in Washington DC is a luxury property located right on Dupont Circle in the nation's capital. Newly renovated the hotel has 327 chicly styled and luxuriously appointed guest rooms, with 12 bespoke penthouse suites located on the 9th floor of the hotel. Home to Pembroke Restaurant and Doyle Bar, the property also boasts almost 10,000 square feet of meeting and event space.

The Doyle Collection

The Doyle Collection is a carefully curated collection of eight Irish family-owned luxury and urban hotels located centrally in London, Dublin, Washington DC, Cork and Bristol. What binds our hotels together is the Doyle service ethos - a real warmth and thoughtfulness.

We are proud to say that The Doyle Collection has maintained it's listing as one of the 'Best Large Workplaces' with Great Places to Work since 2017. This accolade means that our people are part of a culture of continuous improvement, working for leaders who are committed to the working environment.

Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At The Doyle Collection, where everyone is valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. All our team members have the opportunity to thrive with an equal opportunities employer.