Director of Food And Beverage

Main Responsibilities:

• Provide a professional, advisory and executive support service to the General Manager to assist in meeting the strategic goals of the establishment.

• Develop and implement Food and Beverage promotions, strategies and special events in conjunction with the Executive Chef and the Director of Sales and Marketing.

• Liaise with the Executive Chef on menu engineering and portion control, ensuring the highest food standard is achieved whilst selling at the correct prices.

• Maintain all equipment within the outlets eg. Menus, linen, chinaware, glass, electrical equipment and Point of Sale system.

• Drive corporate or Hotel specific programs that affect guest satisfaction and profitability in the outlets.

• Implement control procedures to minimize errors, fraud and waste.

• Ensure that the property is seen as being the principle innovator in the market place.

• Handle Food and Beverage complaints in a timely and effective manner.

• Prepare monthly outlook/forecast reports.

• Negotiate Food and Beverage contracts within corporate guidelines.

• Conduct development and performance reviews, identifying key personnel for further development and structured career pathing.

• Implement and maintain training systems to ensure that associates have the necessary framework and skills to perform their job efficiently and effectively.

• Participate in the preparation of the Strategic Business and Operating Plans.

• Ensure compliance with legislated health and safety requirements within the workplace

• Comply with all Corporate and Hotel Standards and Procedures

• Actively promote a work environment, which cares for guests and associates alike.

• It is not the intent of this job description to cover all aspects of the position but to highlight the most important areas of responsibility.

• International working environment
• Attractive salary
• Airticket, accommodation and laundry provided
• 20 Annual Leaves
• Medical & Health Insurance provided
• Duty Meals
  
• Annual Outing Trip
• Special room rate as per Melia Hotels International policy

• Requirements:

• 3 years of progressive experience in 4-5 stars hotel.

• Passion for leadership and teamwork

• Eye for detail to achieve operational excellence.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Hotel Management or related field.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.