Director of Restaurant & Event Operations

Hotel Zachary at Gallagher Way, located in the iconic Wrigleyville neighborhood of Chicago, is seeking passionate and dedicated individuals to join our team. As a luxurious boutique hotel, we offer a unique and immersive experience for both guests and team members. With our prime location steps away from Wrigley Field, home of the Chicago Cubs, and the vibrant Gallagher Way entertainment district, Hotel Zachary is a hub of excitement and energy. Our team is committed to delivering exceptional service and creating memorable moments for our guests. As an employee, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career. Join us at Hotel Zachary and be part of our team's commitment to excellence in hospitality. Apply now to be a part of our thriving team!

We are seeking an experienced and innovative Director of Restaurant and Event Operations to lead our dynamic team and oversee the lobby bar and banquet operations at our hotel. In this exciting role, you will be responsible for managing our diverse food and beverage outlets, developing new menus, creating unique guest experiences, and ensuring exceptional service standards. The ideal candidate should have a passion for food and hospitality, a keen eye for detail, and a proven track record of success in managing multiple outlets. If you are a creative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a vision for excellence, then we want to hear from you!

• Bachelor degree or equivalent experience   
• 4+ years of experience in food and beverage management, hotels preferred   
• Ability to interpret financial and operational data into operational plan
• Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Ability to create and execute unique food and beverage concepts.
• Knowledge of industry trends and techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and achieve financial targets.
• Proven track record of delivering exceptional guest experiences.

Davidson Hospitality Group is an award-winning, full-service hospitality management company overseeing hotels, restaurants, dining and entertainment venues across the US.   A trusted partner and preferred operator for Hilton, Hyatt, Kimpton, Marriott, and Margaritaville, Davidson offers a unique entrepreneurial management style and owners’ mentality that provides the individualized personal service of a small company, enhanced by the breadth and depth of skill and experience of a larger company. In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value, Davidson is comprised of four highly specialized operating verticals: Davidson Hotels, Pivot, Davidson Resorts and Davidson Restaurant Group.

In keeping with the company’s heritage of delivering value to its owners and team members, Davidson offers a rich benefit program with a variety of benefits designed to enrich the lives and well-being of our team members and their families.

• Multiple Tiers of Medical Coverage
• Dental & Vision Coverage
• 24/7 Teledoc service
• Free Maintenance Medications
• Pet Insurance
• Hotel Discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, bereavement, and Holidays). 
• 401K Match

Working at Davidson is like nowhere else. It’s less of a job, more of a calling. It’s part career, part revolution. Because whatever you do here, you play a part in helping redefine the way quality hospitality is delivered to our guests, our clients, our partners, and each other.

EOE AA- Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

Davidson Hospitality is a drug free workplace.  Pre-employment drug test and background check required.  We participate in E-Verify.