F&B Manager

Grand Hotel Imperiale; Forte dei Marmi; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Hotel Imperiale in Forte dei Marmi, Italy, is seeking an experienced F&B Manager to lead restaurants, bars, pool and in-room dining, ensuring a warm, refined guest experience aligned with five-star standards.

You will oversee service teams, coordinate with the Executive Chef on menus and costs, manage budgets and KPIs, and enforce HACCP and safety procedures while driving guest satisfaction in a luxury setting on the Italian Riviera.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in an F&B leadership role in luxury hospitality.
• Deep knowledge of fine dining service, wine and beverages, and international cuisine.
• Proven ability to lead large teams, including seasonal staff.
• Strong budgeting, cost-control and planning skills.
• Hands-on experience with POS and F&B management systems (e.g. Opera, Micros) and good Excel skills.
• Organised, precise and calm under pressure, with a keen eye for detail.
• A natural team player who works well across departments.
• Fluent Italian and English; a third language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan and oversee all food & beverage operations: restaurants, bars, pool and beach service, in-room dining, banqueting and events.
• Train, coach and motivate the F&B service team, building a culture of hospitality, precision and pride.
• Set and enforce service, presentation and brand standards through regular checks and quality audits.
• Plan staffing and schedules based on occupancy and covers forecasts, keeping a balance between service quality and labour costs.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef on menus, pricing and food cost, and with Purchasing on supplier selection.
• Monitor F&B revenues, costs and KPIs, and suggest actions to grow sales and margins.
• Manage inventory of beverages, crockery, glassware, cutlery and operating supplies, including monthly stock counts.
• Make sure HACCP, hygiene and health & safety procedures are followed.

Skills

F&B leadership

Budgeting

Staff management

Quality audits

POS systems

Excel

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Italian & English

Tools

Opera

Micros

Job description

We’re hiring: F&B Manager | Imperiale | Forte dei Marmi

At Imperiale, every detail matters, from the first espresso of the morning to the last glass poured at dinner. We’re looking for an F&B Manager to lead our restaurants, bars and in-room dining, and make sure every guest enjoys an experience that is warm, refined and true to our five-star standards.

What you’ll do

• Lead, plan and oversee all food & beverage operations: restaurants, bars, pool and beach service, in-room dining, banqueting and events;
• Train, coach and motivate the F&B service team, building a culture of hospitality, precision and pride;
• Set and enforce service, presentation and brand standards through regular checks and quality audits;
• Plan staffing and schedules based on occupancy and covers forecasts, keeping a balance between service quality and labour costs;
• Work closely with the Executive Chef on menus, pricing and food cost, and with Purchasing on supplier selection;
• Monitor F&B revenues, costs and KPIs, and suggest actions to grow sales and margins;
• Manage inventory of beverages, crockery, glassware, cutlery and operating supplies, including monthly stock counts;
• Make sure HACCP, hygiene and health & safety procedures are followed.

What you bring

• 5+ years in an F&B leadership role (Assistant or F&B Manager) in luxury hospitality (five-star or upscale property);
• Deep knowledge of fine dining service, wine and beverages, and international cuisine;
• Proven ability to lead large teams, including seasonal staff;
• Strong budgeting, cost-control and planning skills;
• Hands-on experience with POS and F&B management systems (e.g. Opera, Micros) and good Excel skills;
• Organised, precise and calm under pressure, with a keen eye for detail;
• A natural team player who works well across departments;
• Fluent Italian and English; a third language is a plus.

What we offer

• Contract level: 1st Level (Italian National Collective Agreement – CCNL Turismo);
• Salary package: starting from €50,000 gross per year, commensurate with experience;
• A key role in an iconic luxury property;
• Career development within the Company.

Forte dei Marmi, Italy | Full-time, permanent contract | Start: February 2027