Cluster Director Food & Beverage

Accorhotel; Medina; On-site; SAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Raffles & Fairmont the Red Sea in Saudi Arabia seeks an accomplished F&B leader to elevate luxury dining across its outlets. You will oversee budgeting, cost control, and revenue optimization while guiding a large team of professionals.

Collaboration with the executive chef will drive innovative menus reflecting local flavors and international trends. Successful candidates will have 10+ years in luxury hospitality F&B, strong leadership, and a track record of delivering exceptional guest

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in luxury hospitality F&B management.
• Extensive experience in managing multi-outlet operations within high-end hotels or resorts.
• Strong financial acumen with budgeting, P&L management, and revenue optimization.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic plans to elevate F&B offerings across all properties.
• Oversee financial performance, budgeting, cost control, and revenue optimization.
• Lead and inspire a large F&B team promoting excellence and innovation.
• Ensure top-tier customer service and guest satisfaction across dining venues.
• Collaborate with executive chef to create innovative menus reflecting local flavors and international trends.
• Oversee quality control and food safety standards across operations.
• Manage inventory and supply chain for cost-effective operations.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service excellence

Team development

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategic plans to elevate the food and beverage offerings across all Raffles amp Fairmont properties in the Red Sea region Oversee the financial performance of all F amp B outlets including budgeting cost control and revenue optimization Lead and inspire a large team of F amp B professionals fostering a culture of excellence and innovation Ensure the highest standards of customer service and guest satisfaction across all dining venues Collaborate with executive chef to create innovative menus that reflect local flavors and international trends Establish and maintain strict quality control and food safety standards across all operations Manage inventory and supply chain to ensure efficient operations and cost-effectiveness Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including local suppliers and industry partners Stay abreast of global F amp B trends and implement best practices to keep our offerings at the forefront of luxury hospitality Represent Raffles amp Fairmont the Red Sea at industry events and forums Monitor and analyze key performance indicators KPIs to track operational efficiency and profitability across all F amp B outlets Develop and execute comprehensive staff training and development programs to enhance service quality and employee engagement Oversee the implementation and optimization of point-of-sale POS systems and technology solutions to streamline operations Champion sustainability initiatives and environmental best practices throughout all food and beverage operations Develop and execute marketing strategies and promotional campaigns to drive F amp B revenue and enhance brand visibility across the cluster

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management or a related field
• Minimum 10 years of experience in luxury hospitality F&B management, with a proven track record of success
• Extensive experience in managing multi-outlet operations within high-end hotels or resorts
• Strong financial acumen with expertise in budgeting, P&L management, and revenue optimization
• Exceptional leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop large teams
• Advanced knowledge of food safety regulations and certifications
• Proficiency in inventory management and supply chain optimization
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with guests, team members, and stakeholders at all levels
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisive actions in a fast-paced environment
• In-depth understanding of Middle Eastern cuisine and culture, as well as international food and beverage trends
• Experience working in the Middle East is requi
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Arabic is a plus