Associate Director of Food & Beverage - Fairmont Agra

Accorhotel; Agra District; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Come As You Are

Work With Purpose

Grow, Learn and Enjoy

Explore Limitless Possibilities

Job summary

Accor is seeking a seasoned F&B leader to drive the strategic direction and daily operations across all dining outlets in a luxury setting. You will own P&L, mentor the F&B team, and uphold the brand’s exceptional service standards while guiding menu design and cost controls.

You will collaborate with the Executive Chef and Sales teams, ensuring compliance with health regulations and delivering memorable guest experiences across multiple dining concepts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management or related discipline.
• 8–10 years progressive F&B ops experience in luxury hospitality.
• Demonstrated P&L ownership and profitability improvements.
• Strong knowledge of food safety, health, and hygiene regs.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Proficiency with F&B management systems, POS software, and hospitality platforms.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Certification in Food Safety or Hospitality Mgmt preferred.
• Experience with international luxury hotel brands.
• Expertise in menu development and dining concepts.
• Experience managing multiple F&B outlets and banquets.
• Vendor negotiation and procurement skills.
• Knowledge of revenue management and price optimization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic direction and operations for all F&B outlets.
• Align F&B strategies with brand standards and business goals.
• Manage P&L for F&B to ensure profitability and service quality.
• Lead and develop the F&B leadership team.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Collaborate with Executive Chef on menus reflecting local traditions.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Manage vendor relations and procurement processes.
• Lead staff training on service standards and product knowledge.
• Monitor guest feedback and drive service improvements.
• Coordinate with Sales/Marketing on F&B packages.

Skills

F&B operations leadership

P&L management

Vendor negotiation

Menu development

Staff training

Communication skills

Revenue management

Systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management

Tools

POS software

Hospitality management software

Job description

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• Oversee the strategic direction and operational management of all food and beverage outlets, including restaurants, bars, banqueting facilities, and in-room dining services
• Develop and implement comprehensive F&B strategies aligned with Fairmont's brand standards and the property's business objectives
• Manage P&L responsibilities for all F&B departments, ensuring profitability whilst maintaining exceptional service quality and guest satisfaction
• Lead, mentor, and develop the F&B management team and staff, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene regulations, including food safety standards and local regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef to design innovative menus that reflect local culinary traditions whilst meeting international guest expectations
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cost control measures to optimise operational efficiency and revenue generation
• Manage vendor relationships and procurement processes to ensure quality products at competitive pricing
• Conduct regular training programmes for F&B staff on service standards, product knowledge, and guest interaction protocols
• Monitor guest feedback and implement corrective actions to enhance the overall dining experience and service delivery
• Coordinate with the Sales and Marketing teams to develop F&B packages and promotional offerings
• Maintain detailed records of inventory, stock rotation, and wastage management across all outlets
• Conduct regular audits and inspections of F&B facilities to ensure adherence to Fairmont standards and best practices

• Bachelor's degree in Hotel Management, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage Management, or a related discipline
• Minimum 8-10 years of progressive experience in food and beverage operations management within luxury hospitality environments
• Proven track record of P&L management and financial acumen, with demonstrated ability to drive profitability and cost optimisation
• Strong knowledge of food safety, health and hygiene regulations, and compliance standards applicable to food service operations
• Excellent leadership and people management skills with experience in training, mentoring, and developing hospitality teams
• Proficiency in F&B management systems, point-of-sale (POS) software, and hospitality management software platforms
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise effectively with internal departments and external stakeholders
• Certification in Food Safety Management or Hospitality Management from a recognised professional body
• Experience working with international luxury hotel brands or Fairmont properties
• Demonstrated expertise in menu development, culinary trends, and innovative dining concepts
• Experience in managing multiple F&B outlets simultaneously, including fine dining restaurants, casual dining, and banqueting facilities
• Strong vendor negotiation skills and experience in procurement and supply chain management
• Knowledge of revenue management strategies and pricing optimisation techniques within the hospitality sector

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU:

• Come As You Are
• Work With Purpose
• Grow, Learn and Enjoy
• Explore Limitless Possibilities