Assistant Director of Food & Beverage

About the Role

Assists in leading the property’s food and beverage/culinary operation, including Restaurants/Bars, Room Service, and Banquets/Catering. Oversees development and implementation of departmental strategies and brand service initiatives to meet target customer needs, drive employee satisfaction, grow revenues and maximize financial performance. Location: Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park, 199 Sukhumvit Soi 22, Bangkok, Thailand. Schedule: Full Time, Onsite. Position Type: Management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement promotions, food and wine pairings, menu items and presentations aligned with brand and property goals.
• Work with direct reports to create and execute a food & beverage operating strategy and integrate departmental goals into game plans.
• Lead and communicate across all F&B areas (pre-meal briefings, staff meetings, culinary team); review staffing levels and hold leadership accountable for service behaviors.
• Review business-in-house and potential local business to troubleshoot challenges and capture opportunities; communicate convention-related information to relevant areas.
• Estimate food, liquor, wine and beverage consumption; order and purchase equipment and supplies; ensure cash control and liquor control policies are implemented and followed.
• Review financial reports to monitor F&B performance against budget and encourage calculated initiatives to generate incremental revenue.
• Create an atmosphere that meets or exceeds guest expectations; review guest feedback and other data to identify and implement service improvements.
• Manage HR activities for the department: hire leadership team members, ensure new-hire orientation and training, conduct performance appraisals, administer disciplinary procedures and execute emergency procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 6 years' experience in food & beverage, culinary, event management or related area; OR 2-year degree in Food Service Management, Hotel & Restaurant Management, Hospitality, Business Administration or related major with 4 years' relevant experience.

Additional Information

• Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to non-discrimination and fostering an inclusive environment.
• Brand: Marriott Hotels / JW Marriott luxury portfolio.