Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

• • LocationWilliamsport Lumber Yards Sports Complex, 2 Rose St., Williamsport, PA, 17701, United States

    Base Pay$45,000 - $50,000 / Annually

    Job CategoryWilliamsport Lumber Yards

    IndustryFood Service Management, Food Service/Concessions, Food & Beverage

    Employee TypeSalary Exempt

    Food & Beverage Director

    The Food & Beverage Director is responsible for leading all food and beverage operations at the Williamsport Lumber Yards, a dynamic, community-oriented destination in downtown Williamsport. The primary functions of this role are to drive revenue, manage costs, and deliver a high-quality, welcoming guest experience that reflects the Lumber Yards’ identity as a gathering place for residents and visitors alike.

    This position oversees all facets of the food and beverage program, including guest-facing service teams, kitchen operations, vendor coordination, and catering or event-based food and beverage services that support concerts, festivals, markets, and private events. The Food & Beverage Director is supervised and evaluated by the property’s District General Manager.

    Compensation: $45,000 - $50,000/Year

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities

    • Lead, train, and develop food and beverage staff across all Lumber Yards venues and service areas

    • Oversee daily food and beverage operations to ensure consistency, efficiency, and exceptional guest experiences

    • Monitor inventory levels, purchasing, storage, and waste control across all food and beverage outlets

    • Monitor food and beverage quality, presentation, and service standards

    • Track sales performance and implement strategies to increase revenue during both regular operations and special events

    • Generate required operational, sales, and inventory reports

    • Oversee point-of-sale operations and ensure accurate processing of payments

    • Inspect kitchen and service equipment for cleanliness, functionality, and safe operation

    • Inspect food and beverage deliveries for accuracy and compliance with health codes, including temperature and storage requirements
      Ensure adherence to all local, state, and federal health, safety, and alcohol service regulations

    • Address and resolve guest feedback, complaints, and suggestions in a professional and timely manner

    • Collaborate with property management, events, and marketing teams to support Lumber Yards programming and activations

    Required Skills and Abilities

    • Highly detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple operational areas simultaneously

    • Able to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, event-driven environment

    • Strong team leadership skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a group setting

    • Flexible availability to work irregular shifts, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays, based on the Lumber Yards’ event and operating schedule

    • Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age

    Qualifications

    Education and/or Experience

    • Minimum of one (1) year of proven leadership experience in high-volume food service, hospitality, or event-driven food and beverage operations

    Language Skills

    • Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedural manuals in English

    • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence

    • Ability to communicate effectively with guests, staff, vendors, and management

    Mathematical Skills

    • Ability to perform basic math related to food and beverage operations

    • Ability to accurately make change and reconcile transactions with or without electronic devices

    Reasoning Ability

    • Ability to identify operational challenges, collect relevant data, establish facts, and implement practical solutions

    Computer Skills

    • Working knowledge of Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, etc.)

    • Experience with food and beverage inventory systems and point-of-sale platforms such as Toast or similar systems

    Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

    • Food Service Manager Certification (or ability to obtain within three (3) months of hire)

    • Food Handler Certification (within sixty (60) days of employment)

    Physical Demands

    The physical demands described below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role:

    • Standing: Constantly

    • Walking: Constantly

    • Sitting: Occasionally (administrative and reporting tasks)

    • Bending/Kneeling: Occasionally

    • Lifting: Less than 10 lbs. frequently; less than 50 lbs. occasionally

    • Pulling/Pushing: Greater than 50 lbs. occasionally

    • Talking: Constantly

    • Hearing: Constantly, including in loud environments with background noise

    • Vision: Close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

    • Taste/Smell: Frequently

    • Tactile (handling and manipulation): Constantly

    Work Environment

    The work environment includes both indoor and outdoor settings consistent with a multi-use destination property. While the role is primarily performed in temperature- and humidity-controlled environments, the employee may be exposed to ambient outdoor weather conditions during events and seasonal operations. The position may also involve exposure to extreme cold (walk-in freezers) and extreme heat (commercial kitchens). Noise levels range from moderate to loud, particularly during peak service times and events.

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

    Additional Offerings of competitive benefits package including:

    • Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
    • Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays (6)
    • 401(k) with Employer Matching Contributions

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