Director of Food & Beverage

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of everything that needs to be done.  Anantara The Palm employees always find new ways to look after the business their guests and their colleagues.   Within this the key responsibilities for this position are:

Strategic Planning & Financial Performance

• Develop and implement the hotels F&B strategy in alignment with overall business and marketing plans.
• Prepare manage and deliver the departmental budget focusing on revenue growth GOP margin and cost efficiency.
• Monitor market trends and competitor offerings to ensure Anantaras F&B remains innovative competitive and profitable.
• Collaborate with Sales & Marketing and Culinary on promotional campaigns partnerships and events that drive incremental revenue.

Operations Excellence

• Lead all restaurants bars and banquets operations to deliver seamless high-quality guest experiences.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef on menu engineering pricing strategies beverage and wine programs and supplier relationships to optimize profitability and guest satisfaction.
• Champion innovation by developing unique dining concepts signature events and experiences tailored to market demand.
• Ensure all operations comply with HACCP local health and safety regulations and Anantaras sanitation standards.
• Drive sustainability initiatives including waste reduction responsible sourcing and energy efficiency.
• Ensure that all Anantara Food & Beverage Brand Standards are being adhered to.
• To ensure that departments conduct a maintenance inspection on a monthly basis

People Leadership & Development

• Provide clear direction and leadership to outlet managers and service teams fostering a culture of accountability engagement and excellence.
• Partner with HR to recruit develop and retain top talent through succession planning cross-exposure programs and continuous training.
• Conduct performance appraisals coaching and mentoring to build a pipeline of future leaders.
• Empower and inspire team members by setting high standards and recognizing achievements.

Administration

• Establish and maintain effective employee relations.
• Liaise with HR in all employee matters including interviewing and hiring employee orientation performance appraisals coaching counselling and dismissal if necessary to ensure appropriate staffing and productivity. 
• With the hotel training manager identify training needs and develop and deliver the required training for department employees to meet the needs of the business.  Support the training of Departmental Trainers to continue to improve hotel service levels.
• To be a sales champion for the hotel generating and following up on business referrals and potential sales leads to maximizing business for the hotel.
• Above all to lead by example through hands on approach to motivate our Team member to excel.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time