Director F&B

Job Description

Position Overview

The Food & Beverage Director will lead the overall strategy, quality, and performance of all dining and beverage operations across the resort. This role requires a visionary leader with a strong operational mindset, refined taste, and the ability to deliver world-class culinary and service experiences. The ideal candidate combines business acumen with creativity and a deep passion for hospitality excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement the resort’s overall F&B strategy, ensuring alignment with the property’s identity and positioning.
• Oversee all F&B outlets, including restaurants, bars, in-room dining, banqueting, beach clubs, and private events.
• Ensure exceptional service standards and guest experiences in every aspect of the dining journey.
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Chef and Beverage Manager to curate innovative culinary concepts, seasonal menus, and distinguished wine lists.
• Monitor financial performance, budgets, and key operating metrics to optimize profitability and efficiency.
• Recruit, train, and inspire F&B leadership and service teams, fostering a culture of excellence, teamwork, and guest‑centricity.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, partners, and external consultants to ensure quality, authenticity, and sustainability across all offerings.
• Uphold the resort’s reputation for culinary distinction and contribute to its positioning as a leading gastronomic destination.
• Oversee the planning and execution of special events, exclusive collaborations, and brand‑driven activations.

Requirements

• Proven experience (minimum 5–7 years) in senior F&B management roles within luxury hotels or high‑end resorts.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate diverse, multicultural teams.
• In-depth knowledge of fine dining operations, current gastronomic trends, and premium beverage management.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and financial management capabilities.
• Fluent in English and Italian (additional languages are an advantage).
• Refined presentation, professional demeanor, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strategic thinker with a results‑oriented mindset and the flexibility to adapt in a dynamic luxury environment.

Location

Sardinia