Food and Beverage Manager

DC Global Talent Inc.; Kralendijk; On-site; EUR 61,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

DC Global Talent Inc. is seeking an experienced F&B Manager for a premier resort in the Dutch Caribbean. You will oversee all food and beverage operations across three outlets and lead with a strong floor presence to ensure exceptional guest experiences.

The role requires hands-on leadership, a proven track record in multi-outlet operations, and the ability to mentor staff while driving profitability and standards in a dynamic island resort environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an F&B Manager or senior F&B leader within a resort or lifestyle hospitality environment.
• Strong multi-outlet operational experience.
• Hands-on management style with a visible floor presence and guest focus.
• Demonstrated leadership and people management capabilities.
• Experience working in the Caribbean and/or remote island destinations is highly preferred.
• Ability to adapt to the cultural and operational dynamics of island hospitality environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations and overall performance of all F&B outlets.
• Ensure exceptional guest experience and service standards across all venues.
• Lead, mentor, and develop departmental management and line staff.
• Drive operational efficiencies, productivity, and service consistency.
• Collaborate closely with Culinary leadership to maintain quality standards and outlet performance.
• Monitor labor costs, inventory controls, and departmental profitability.
• Implement and improve operational procedures and service standards.
• Maintain compliance with health, hygiene, and safety regulations.
• Foster a positive and motivated team culture within a multicultural environment.

Skills

F&B leadership

Multi-outlet ops

Hands-on management

People management

Caribbean/island hospitality

Island hospitality experience

Process improvement

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

An upscale lifestyle resort located in the Dutch Caribbean is seeking an experienced and

hands-on Food & Beverage Manager to oversee and lead all F&B operations across the

property.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic hospitality professional who thrives in fast-paced resort environments and enjoys being highly involved in day-to-day operations while driving service excellence and operational performance.

About the Role

The F&B Manager will oversee all food and beverage operations across three distinct outlets. The position serves as the head of the Food & Beverage division.

This is a highly operational leadership role requiring a strong presence on the floor, active

engagement with guests and staff, and the ability to lead by example.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations and overall performance of all F&B outlets
• Ensure exceptional guest experience and service standards across all venues
• Lead, mentor, and develop departmental management and line staff
• Drive operational efficiencies, productivity, and service consistency
• Collaborate closely with Culinary leadership to maintain quality standards and outlet performance
• Monitor labor costs, inventory controls, and departmental profitability
• Implement and improve operational procedures and service standards
• Maintain compliance with health, hygiene, and safety regulations
• Foster a positive and motivated team culture within a multicultural environment

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience as an F&B Manager or senior F&B leader within a resort or lifestyle hospitality environment
• Strong multi-outlet operational experience required
• Hands-on management style with a visible floor presence and a guest-focused approach
• Strong leadership and people management capabilities
• Experience working in the Caribbean and/or remote island destinations is highly preferred
• Ability to adapt to the cultural and operational dynamics of island hospitality environments
• Innovative and solutions-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to process improvement
• Financially and commercially aware with strong operational acumen
• Excellent communication and organizational skills