Director of Food & Beverage
Full-time
AccorHotel
Mӧvenpick Hotel & Residences Riyadh
Job Description
1. Operational & Quality Excellence
- Direct and oversee daily operations of all F&B outlets, room service, lounges, and event/banquet spaces.
- Enforce Accor and Mövenpick brand standards across service delivery, presentation, and operational execution.
- Maintain top-tier hygiene, food safety, and cleanliness standards in compliance with local Municipality regulations and HACCP/ISO certifications.
- Monitor guest feedback (RPS/TrustYou, online reviews) to identify areas for improvement and maintain high satisfaction scores.
2. Financial Performance & Revenue Management
- Develop and execute the annual F&B business plan, operating budget, and capital expenditure (CAPEX) requests.
- Monitor sales, cost of sales (food & beverage cost), labor costs, and operational expenses to maximize gross operating profit (GOP).
- Collaborate with the Culinary, Finance, and Marketing teams to design innovative menus, promotional campaigns, and pricing strategies that boost average check and cover counts.
- Conduct regular menu engineering analyses to ensure profitability and market relevance.
3. Leadership & Talent Management
- Mentor, train, and develop the F&B management team and line staff, fostering a positive culture of continuous learning.
- Partner with the People & Culture department to recruit, onboard, and retain top talent.
- Champion Saudization initiatives in alignment with national workforce development targets and Ministry regulations.
- Conduct annual performance reviews, succession planning, and individual development plans for key F&B personnel.
4. Strategic Planning & Brand Innovation
- Continuously evaluate local market trends, competitor strategies, and dining habits in Riyadh to introduce modern F&B concepts.
- Lead banquet and catering strategy for major corporate events, conferences, and luxury social functions.
- Partner with the Culinary team to highlight authentic Mövenpick culinary heritage (e.g., Mövenpick coffee, Swiss specialties, ice cream) while adapting to local dining preferences.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 5–8 years of progressive F&B management experience in premium 5-star international hotel chains, with at least 2–3 years in a Director role or senior Assistant Director capacity.
- Geographic Experience: Prior experience in the Middle East (GCC/Saudi Arabia) and familiarity with Riyadh's hospitality market is highly advantageous.
- Languages: Fluent in English (written and spoken) and French, German or Arabic Language is an advantage.
- Previous GSS or KSA Experience is a must.
Core Competencies
- Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of P&L management, financial reporting, menu engineering, and cost containment strategies.
- Leadership & Influence: Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills with a track record of building cohesive, high-performing teams.
- Guest-Centric Mindset: Deep passion for luxury service standards and genuine Swiss-style hospitality.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with Saudi Labor Law, local Municipality regulations, and food safety standards.
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