Director of Food & Beverage Hyatt House & Hyatt JDV Jawfish Restaurant

Director of Food & Beverage – Hyatt House & Hyatt JDV – Jawfish Restaurant (Pre-Opening)
Portland International Airport – Portland, OR

Be part of something extraordinary. The Sojourn Suites is being re-imagined as a dual-branded Hyatt House and Hyatt JDV, complete with a fully renovated convention center and two standout dining experiences:
Jawfish – Pacific Northwest–inspired full-service restaurant
Le Petit Chef – an immersive, theatrical culinary adventure

We’re looking for a Director of Food & Beverage to join us this fall and help launch these game-changing venues. This is your chance to shape the concepts, build the team, and set the standard for dining and events at PDX.

You’ll:

• Lead operations for restaurants, bars, banquet/catering services, and meeting setups across 8,000 sq. ft. of flexible event space.


• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and beverage team on menus, wine lists, craft cocktails, and signature dining experiences.


• Recruit, train, and inspire a high-performing hospitality team.


• Ensure exceptional service standards and guest satisfaction while meeting quality, revenue, and profitability goals.


• Work closely with Sales & Events to deliver seamless banquets, conferences, and special events.

You Bring:

• 3–5+ years of progressive F&B leadership in full-service or luxury hotels.


• Experience in fine dining, banquets, catering, and/or pre-opening operations.


• Creative flair, financial acumen, and the ability to lead and inspire large, diverse teams.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• A pre-opening leadership role with creative influence and operational impact.


• Competitive pay, incentives, and comprehensive benefits.


• Backed by Vesta Hospitality’s 25+ years of success in creating exceptional guest experiences.

and help us create the Pacific Northwest’s newest destination for dining, events, and unforgettable hospitality.