Director of Food & Beverage

Company Description

Mövenpick Hotel Sukhumvit 15 Bangkok Escape to Mövenpick Sukhumvit 15 Bangkok, a serene retreat in the Central Business District, just 40 minutes from DMK or BKK Airport. Surrounded by lush gardens and waterfalls, our stylish rooms offer tranquility while keeping you close to BTS Asok, MRT Sukhumvit, shopping, and entertainment. Savor diverse cuisines at Lelawadee, then relax with skyline views at our rooftop pool and bar. Enjoy modern amenities, Wi-Fi, and a free tuk-tuk shuttle, offering the perfect blend of relaxation and convenience. This hotel is Green Globe certified, demonstrating our commitment to sustainable tourism, environmental responsibility, and community engagement. We implement eco-friendly practices, including energy and water conservation, waste reduction, and supporting local communities to ensure a greener future for travel

Job Description

The Director of Food & Beverage must be creative, dynamic, enthusiastic, and passionate. They will lead with vision and innovation, ensuring world-class dining experiences while driving profitability. The Director will work to achieve maximum sales and profits, as well as enhance guest satisfaction and employee engagement, while adhering to established company policies and luxury brand standards. They will establish strong cross-functional collaboration, forming a close working relationship with the Executive Committee and Department Heads. Proven ability to drive accurate revenue forecasts, enhance profitability, and develop strong leadership within the team is essential.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service
• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the Food & Beverage Division, ensuring all service standards are followed
• Drive innovative promotions, menus and concepts, creating a destination of choice for both Hotel and external guests
• Lead and support all Food & Beverage departments in the achievement of their financial and operational targets
• Prepare annual budgets and administer in a fiscally responsible manner
• Develop, implement and manage the department's business/marketing plan and budget; continually analyze, forecast, monitor and control the labor and food costs through various methods to meet/exceed management/budget objectives
• Market the Food and Beverage outlets; develop and manage the implementation of menus, package deals, promotions, displays, decorations and presentations within corporate guidelines to capture more in-house guests and a larger share of the local market to meet/exceed sales and financial goals and objectives
• Assist in the preparation of the annual strategic plan and achieve the goals and targets therein
• Ensure the implementation of standards in guest service and constantly seek out ways to improve product and service as well as increase volumes and profits
• Respond to customer trends, needs, issues, comments and concerns to ensure a quality experience and enhance future sales prospects
• Oversee the selection, training and development of all F&B employees to ensure timely recruitment and career growth
• Implement and manage all company programs to ensure compliance; follow department policies, procedures and service standards
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, sanitation, and alcohol awareness standards and policies, while supervising regular audits
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ Food & Beverage managerial experience in a luxury hotel
• Professional appearance and grooming standards
• Extensive knowledge of fine dining and banqueting operations
• Excellent communication skills
• Extensive Food and Wine background
• Ability to train and develop leaders
• Excellent budgeting and forecasting ability
• Knowledge of expense management
• Excellent people skills
• Ability to work with a diverse staff
• Ability to coordinate special events

Additional Information

WHY WORK FOR ACCOR

• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates at Accor hotels worldwide.
• Develop your talent through Accor’s learning programs.
• Opportunity to grow within your property and across the world!
• Ability to contribute to the community and make a difference through our Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) activities.