Director Of Food And Beverage

Description:

Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai

The award-winning Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai offers luxurious accommodations, exceptional dining and gracious hospitality in the heart of one of the world's most dynamic cities.

Located along Sheikh Zayed Road, the 42 storey hotel is 15 minutes from Dubai International Airport and 5 minutes from the Dubai Convention Centre, World Trade Centre, Dubai International Financial Centre and downtown Burj Khalifa Dubai. It is within close proximity to shopping malls including the famous Dubai Mall as well as Dubai’s popular beaches.

The hotel’s 302 rooms, serviced apartments, residences and offices offer a combination of traditional luxury and modern functionality. Fantastic views and thoughtfully-selected furnishings create an experience of unparalleled style and comfort.

As a Director of Food and Beverage, we rely on you to:

• Improve and optimise the profitability of every outlet
• Maintain a high quality service
• Plan the yearly theme, events and activities
• Take responsibility for branding, revenue and management of Food and Beverage staff
• Take responsibility of all Food and Beverage-related contracts, inclusive of but not limited to outlets, performers and suppliers
• Lead the Food and Beverage team to provide the highest standard of service
• Enforce the implementation of food safety programs throughout the entire division

Role

We are looking for someone who has experience in the same role in a 5* hotel environment and has strong capabilities in the following areas

• Has a passion for Food and Beverage
• Enjoys interacting with people
• Must be creative and have the ability to lead change
• Follows the market trends closely
• Self-driven, goal-oriented and willing to challenge the status quo
• Upholds professional values, ethics and integrity at all times
• Displays curiosity and takes time to learn and understand new culinary trends