Food & Beverage Manager - Six Senses Dubai

InterContinental Hotels Group; Dubai; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel is seeking a Food & Beverage Manager to enhance the dining experience while ensuring operational excellence within the department. The successful candidate will manage costs and implement sustainability practices, while leveraging their luxury hotel experience. Join our team at Six Senses Dubai for a fulfilling career!

Qualifications

• Two or more years in a similar role in luxury hotels.
• Fluency in English; additional languages a plus.
• Alcohol awareness certification or food service permit required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee efficient operation of the Food & Beverage department.
• Achieve budgeted revenues and manage costs effectively.
• Conduct training to instill cost-focused philosophies.

Skills

Leadership

Cost Management

Menu Assessment

Sustainability Practices

Culinary Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management or Culinary Arts

Diploma in Catering or Business

Job description

Food & Beverage Manager - Six Senses Dubai

Hotel: Dubai The Palm (DXBDP), Plot number PJCRC08_200

As Food & Beverage Manager, I will assume full responsibility for the efficient operation of the Food & Beverage department to provide exceptional product and service within brand operating standards.

The duties and responsibilities will include:

• Continually focus on the rejuvenation of the food & beverage experience.
• Establish purchasing practices that meet the requirements of the Six Senses nutrition and sustainability platforms.
• Constantly assess menus and wine lists to remain relevant and in line with Six Senses wellness and sustainability practices.
• Instill a cost-focused philosophy through training and education.
• Achieve budgeted revenues, prepare monthly forecasts, monitor and control food, beverage, and labor costs, and maximize profitability within all areas of the food and beverage department.
• Participate in the preparation of the annual departmental operating budget and financial plans that support the overall objectives of the hotel.
• Operate the department in compliance with all legal, statutory, and financial requirements, reporting systems, contractual obligations, security and safety protocols, communication standards, product and service standards, host management practices, and budgetary controls to ensure successful hotel operation.

Qualifications

To execute the role of Food & Beverage Manager, the candidate must have the required qualifications, technical skills, and experience in a similar role in luxury hotels with proven results, including:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Hotel Management, Culinary Arts, or related field, plus two or more years of related management experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A Diploma in Catering or Business and more than three years’ experience in a similar role are preferred.
• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Alcohol awareness certification and/or food service permit or valid health/food handler card as required by local or state regulations.
• Previous Dubai experience is required.

The above overview is not exhaustive and does not include all duties and responsibilities inherent in the position.

Six Senses Dubai is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Interested candidates who do not meet every requirement are encouraged to apply. We look forward to your application.