Director of Food & Beverage
Job Description
We are currently seeking for dynamic, ambitious and self motivated Food & Beverage professionals who assist to organize and direct a team that develops top quality of food & beverage products with prompt, accurate and personalized service.
As a Director of Food & Beverage / Food & Beverage Manager you are responsible for the short and long term planning and the management of the food & beverage operations in the front and back of house to achieve customer satisfaction and quality service while meeting / exceeding financial goals. The role involves managing and achieving of profit and quality for all food & beverage operations in the hotel, including restaurants, catering and banquet operations, and will include key responsibilities such as:
• Maintain standards of food & beverage quality and guest service quality
• Coach, train and manage employees within the hotel’s organization structure
• Achieve budgeted revenues & expenses and maximize profitability related to the food & beverage department
• Contribute to the profitability and guest satisfaction perception of other hotel departments
• Implement & maintain local and national sales / marketing programs
• Increase level of guest satisfaction by delivering of an improved product through employee development, job engineering and quality image
• Ensure compliance with business operations and legal regulations
• Market the food & beverage outlets, develop and manage the implementation of menus, package deals, promotions, displays, decorations and presentation within corporate guidelines to meet / exceed sales and financial goals and objectives
• Implement & manage all company programs to ensure compliance with SOP’s.
Skills
Education, Qualifications & Experiences You should be a college / university degree graduate with a minimum of two years experiences in a similar role with preferable previous experiences in the Middle East. You must be a computer literate with effective communication skills and an excellent command of written and spoken English.
Knowledge & Competencies
The ideal candidate will be a hands-on professional with a solid food & beverage background and the passion for quality and excellence. You will be creative and eager to share your desire to achieve highest quality service standards with guests and team members and you should possess following competencies:
Understanding the Business
Influencing Outcomes
Planning for Business
Team Building
Valuing Diversity
Leading People
Adaptability
Drive for Results
Customer Focus
Managing Operations
Job Location Dubai, UAE Situated in the bustling precinct of Barsha Heights, Media Rotana is a luxury five-star hotel conveniently located close to Dubai’s many exciting leisure attractions and shopping malls, as well as key business districts including Dubai Internet City and Dubai Media City. Dubai Internet City Metro Station is within close walking distance, while the emirate’s two airports, Dubai Internatio... nal and Al Maktoum International are just a 20-minute drive from the hotel. Business and leisure travellers will appreciate the hotel’s 537 modern and spacious rooms and suites featuring modern technology and amenities, while Club Rotana, our hotel-within-a-hotel concept, offers discerning guests added luxury benefits and the finest personalised hospitality services, ensuring a truly memorable stay. From delectable dishes to traditional favourites, Media Rotana’s five specialty restaurants present diners with a wide range of culinary experiences and venues, with Italian, British and International options available, as well as happy hour promotions, theme nights and more. Media Rotana’s 16 contemporary and flexible meeting rooms make it a hugely popular destination for business seminars and corporate events, while the comprehensive array of leisure facilities available at Bodylines Fitness & Wellness Club, which include a fully-equipped gym, sauna, steam room and temperature-controlled swimming pool, provide a city sanctuary for guests seeking relaxation and rejuvenation during their stay. For families with young children, our Flipper’s Kids Club offers fun activities throughout the day.
