Executive Assistant Manager - Food & Beverage

RAFFLES; Doha; On-site; QAR 420,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Raffles & Fairmont Doha invites you to join the world of luxury hospitality as our Executive Assistant Manager - Food & Beverage. You will provide strategic and operational leadership across the F&B division, supporting the overall vision and luxury positioning of both brands.

You will drive revenue growth, profitability and guest experiences, lead high-performing teams, and collaborate with the executive leadership to optimise revenue, costs, productivity and service standards across all F&B

Job description

Company Description

strong Raffles Hotels amp Resorts strong The Birthplace of stories and legends since 1887 Raffles is a legendary brand steeped in history and loved by generations past present and future Raffles at distinguished landmark addresses around the world is the vibrant heart of its destination curating experiences that are culturally enriching intellectually stimulating and always respectful of local communities heritage and the environment strong Fairmont Hotels amp Resorts strong Join a dynamic team and be part of a network of 90 spectacular properties and 34 more in the pipeline in 30 countries around the globe Our properties are located from the beaches of Hawaii to the unspoiled national parks of Canada to the heart of London to the deserts of the United Arab Emirates

About Raffles amp Fairmont Doha

strong About Raffles amp Fairmont Doha strong Discover two distinguished luxury brands united within the iconic Katara Towers at Raffles Doha and Fairmont Doha where extraordinary hospitality timeless elegance and world-class experiences come together Raffles Doha offers an atmosphere of intimate luxury and bespoke service where every detail is thoughtfully curated to create meaningful and memorable moments Rooted in a legacy of elegance and artistry Raffles is renowned for delivering gracious hospitality with authenticity sophistication and emotional connection Fairmont Doha embodies the spirit of grand hospitality blending contemporary style with the warmth and energy for which the Fairmont brand is celebrated worldwide With a focus on exceptional service vibrant guest experiences and a deep sense of place Fairmont creates unforgettable stays for today s global traveler Together Raffles amp Fairmont Doha provide a dynamic and inspiring environment for hospitality professionals who are passionate about excellence Joining our team means becoming part of a culture that values individuality nurtures talent and empowers colleagues to create remarkable experiences every day

About the Application Process

At Raffles amp Fairmont Doha we want to bring out your highest potential Shortly after applying you will receive an email from our partner AssessFirst prompting you to create a profile and complete a questionnaire This is a mandatory step for your candidacy to be considered as it enables us to explore your compatibility with this role and our culture of luxury excellence

Job Description

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Raffles amp Fairmont Doha as our new Executive Assistant Manager - Food amp Beverage As the Executive Assistant Manager - Food amp Beverage you will provide strategic and operational leadership across the Food amp Beverage division at Raffles amp Fairmont Doha supporting the overall F amp B vision commercial strategy and luxury positioning of both brands You will drive revenue growth profitability operational excellence and exceptional guest experiences across all F amp B outlets and services You will lead and develop high-performing teams strengthen leadership capabilities and use performance insights to optimise revenue costs productivity and service standards Working closely with the executive leadership you will translate strategic priorities into effective execution while identifying opportunities to elevate the F amp B offering and strengthen the property s market position

Key Responsibilities

• Support the strategic direction of the Food amp Beverage division translating business objectives into focused commercial and operational priorities
• Partner with the hotel s leadership team to drive revenue growth profitability market positioning and long-term F amp B performance
• Oversee the operational performance of restaurants bars banqueting in-room dining and other F amp B touchpoints ensuring consistent execution of strategic plans
• Analyse revenue profitability labour productivity food and beverage costs guest feedback and market trends to identify opportunities and guide decision-making
• Contribute to annual budgets business plans forecasting capital planning and commercial initiatives that support sustainable growth
• Identify and develop new concepts revenue streams partnerships and guest experiences that enhance the luxury positioning of Raffles amp Fairmont Doha
• Drive service excellence and operational consistency ensuring F amp B experiences reflect the distinctive standards and personality of both luxury brands
• Lead and develop F amp B leadership teams strengthening accountability succession planning talent development and a culture of high performance
• Work cross-functionally with Culinary Finance Sales amp Marketing Rooms and other stakeholders to align F amp B strategy with wider business objectives
• Maintain strong operational visibility through regular performance reviews outlet engagement and structured follow-up on key business priorities
• Champion innovation sustainability and continuous improvement across the F amp B operation while balancing guest expectations with commercial realities
• Ensure adherence to brand standards food safety regulatory requirements and operational controls across the division
• Act as a key strategic partner providing insight leadership and execution support across divisional and property-wide priorities