Food & Beverage Manager - Raffles the Red Sea

Food & Beverage Manager - Raffles the Red Sea

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Company Description

Raffles & Fairmont the Red Sea, positioned in the kingdom's groundbreaking Red Sea Project, will provide visitors access to two nature-focused resorts. With 361 rooms, 11 distinct dining concepts, including an overwater restaurant with views of the Red Sea and the mangroves, and a Spa, the property offers a curated haven for the world's most discerning travelers.

Job Description

Reporting to the Cluster Director of Food & Beverage, the Food & Beverage Manager is responsible for the smooth running and financial success of the F&B outlets operations while ensuring the highest level of standard and service provided to guests.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of all F&B outlets, including restaurants, lounges, in-room dining, and banqueting.
• Ensure smooth coordination between kitchen, service, and support departments.
• Maintain high standards of service quality, hygiene, and guest satisfaction in accordance with Raffles and Accor policies.
• Analyze performance metrics to maximize profitability while maintaining luxury service standards.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate a multicultural team to achieve operational excellence.
• Conduct training programs focused on guest experience, product knowledge, and service culture.
• Foster a culture of engagement, empowerment, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure all F&B experiences reflect Raffles' commitment to luxury, authenticity, and innovation.
• Handle guest feedback promptly and effectively, ensuring personalized and memorable service recovery.
• Collaborate with culinary and marketing teams to create unique dining concepts and seasonal offerings.
• Develop, monitor, and manage departmental budgets, forecasts, and cost controls, to assist the Cluster Director of F&B.
• Monitor inventory, procurement, and wastage to optimize profitability.
• Champion sustainable practices in line with Accor's and Red Sea Global's environmental commitments.
• Introduce innovative concepts that enhance the resort's reputation as a leading luxury eco-destination.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by Management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management or a related field.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in F&B management within luxury hotels or resorts.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple outlets and large-scale operations.
• Financial acumen with experience in budgeting and cost control.
• Excellent command of English; Arabic and additional languages are an asset.
• Experience in pre-opening environments is highly desirable.

Seniority Level

Mid Senior level

Employment Type

Full time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing (Hospitality Industry)