Director of Food And Beverage

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned 4-star city-centre hotel in Maidstone seeks a passionate and innovative Director of Food and Beverage. This senior leadership position focuses on elevating dining experiences, driving commercial performance, and leading a talented team within a distinguished hospitality atmosphere. Join a brand dedicated to culinary excellence and guest satisfaction.

Benefits

Bonus

Special discounts and rates

Qualifications

• Extensive senior experience in F&B leadership within a luxury or upscale hospitality setting.
• Proven track record in team leadership, operational excellence, and guest satisfaction.
• In-depth knowledge of current food and drink trends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement long-term strategies to innovate and elevate food and beverage offering.
• Manage all F&B outlets to ensure efficiency and high quality.
• Inspire, mentor, and develop a talented team.

Skills

Team Leadership

Operational Excellence

Guest Satisfaction

Commercial Awareness

Innovation

Food and Drink Trends Knowledge

Education

Relevant qualifications in hospitality

Job description

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

LUXURY HOTEL. GREAT COMPANY CULTURE. REWARDING BENEFITS.

THE VENUE

They are a renowned 4-star city-centre hotel with a rich heritage and a reputation for excellence in hospitality. Known for their iconic presence, they blend classic charm with contemporary sophistication to create outstanding guest experiences. Their diverse dining venues and prestigious event spaces are central to the brand’s appeal.

THE ROLE

They are seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Food & Beverage to lead and enhance their food and beverage operations. This is a senior leadership role ideal for someone passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences while driving commercial performance.

• Strategic Oversight: Develop and implement long-term strategies to innovate and elevate their food and beverage offering.
• Operational Leadership: Manage all F&B outlets to ensure efficiency, consistency, and high standards of quality.
• Team Development: Inspire, mentor, and develop a talented team across culinary and service functions.
• Financial Acumen: Oversee budgets, profit and loss performance, and cost control to ensure strong financial results.
• Guest Excellence: Uphold the highest levels of service to exceed guest expectations at every opportunity.

YOUR DNA

• Extensive senior experience in F&B leadership within a luxury or upscale hospitality setting.
• A proven track record in team leadership, operational excellence, and guest satisfaction.
• Strong commercial awareness with an eye for innovation and quality improvement.
• In-depth knowledge of current food and drink trends.
• Relevant qualifications in hospitality or equivalent professional experience.

Why Join Them?

• Bonus
• Special discounts and rates
• Lead a high-performing team in a distinguished and inspiring environment.
• Influence the direction of a brand respected for its culinary and service excellence.