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The Food & Beverage Operations Specialist plays a key role in supporting the strategic and operational success of F&B department across multiple properties. This position focuses on standardizing procedures, enhancing performance, and ensuring consistent guest experiences through collaboration, training, and data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in hospitality operations, a passion for service excellence, and the ability to influence change across diverse teams. Property Location: 13075 Manchester Rd - St. Louis, Missouri 63131 YOU BELONG AT DRURY HOTELS. Getting a job is just the beginning. Finding a place where you belong is what truly matters. Who you are and what you do makes a difference at Drury Hotels. There's a place for you here today and tomorrow. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US So. Much. More. Just as our guests deserve more, so do you deserve more. Be valued for what you do and who you are ... and well compensated for all you accomplish. Incentives -  Quarterly bonuses (we succeed together!) based on hotel results Work-life-balance  – Flexible scheduling, paid time off, hotel discounts and free room nights Career growth -  Mentorship, cross-training, development plans, management training, and more-over 200 internal promotions this year Health and well-being -  Medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, disability and Team Member Assistance Program Retirement -  Company-matched 401(k) Award-winning  - Ranked among Forbes' Best Midsize Employers (2023) WHAT YOU WILL DO Collaborates in the development, testing, implementation, training, and standardization of food and beverage (F&B) initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Conducts operational reviews of hotel F&B departments to identify trends, flag issues requiring escalation, and recommend actionable solutions. Maintains strong, collaborative relationships with hotel leadership teams to support operational excellence. Partners with the corporate F&B team to develop and distribute company-wide communications through established internal channels. Delivers hands-on training sessions as needed to support operational consistency and excellence. Works closely with the Learning & Development team to implement approved procedures and assist in the creation of training materials. Provides strategic recommendations to F&B Managers based on quality assurance audits, mystery shopper reports, guest and team feedback, and market and financial analysis. Analyzes F&B profit and loss statements and formulates strategies to enhance financial performance and operational efficiency WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU Degree in Hospitality, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience) Minimum 3 years in food and beverage operations, preferably in multi-unit or corporate settings Strong understanding of F&B financials and operational best practices Experience leading training and implementing procedures Excellent communication and teamwork skills Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of Toast is a plus Must be able to travel up to 75% of the time Position based in the St. Louis Corporate Center Rise. Shine. Work Happy. Apply Now. At Drury Hotels, we prioritize our team's personal growth and career development. As part of our team, you will be empowered to grow and encouraged to shine. At Drury Hotels, we offer our guests more than a place to sleep. We provide a place to feel welcome. Happy. At home. As a family-owned and operated hotel system, we honor and enhance the Drury legacy of world-class hospitality excellence. That’s the Drury Way. Our 6,100+ team members work together—across 150 hotels in 27 states—to make sure every guest receives the very best service and value. Together we continue to grow, carefully and with clear vision, as a family of thriving hotels nationwide. EOE Explore Our Culture

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