Food & Beverage Coordinator, Fairmont the Red Sea

Accor; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 149,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury resort company in Saudi Arabia is looking for an experienced administrative support professional for the Food & Beverage Department. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in hospitality management and at least 2 years of experience in F&B administration in a luxury setting. Strong English communication skills, computer proficiency, and a creative mindset are essential. The position involves organizing various documents, attending meetings, and collaborating with different departments. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in F&B administration within a luxury hotel or resort.
• Experience in pre-opening is highly desirable.
• Ability to communicate in an additional foreign language is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide organizational support to the Food & Beverage Department.
• Type and prepare documents such as letters and meeting minutes.
• Liaise with other departments to ensure effective communication.

Skills

Outstanding communication skills in English

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to coordinate and prioritize tasks

Creative mindset with attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Publisher

Outlook

Job description

Company Description

Raffles & Fairmont the Red Sea, positioned in the kingdom's groundbreaking Red Sea Project, will provide visitors access to a nature-focused resort. with 361 room, eleven distinct dining concepts, including overwater restaurant with views of the Red Sea and the mangroves, and a Spa. The resort will be situated next to an 18-hole championship golf course, reflecting Fairmont's association as a world class golf destination. it will set new standards in sustainable development, positioned on 200km of untouched coastline, an archipelago of more than 90 unspoiled island, dormant volcanoes, rich marine habitat, and ancient archaeological sites.

Job Description

The Position

Reporting to the Cluster Director of Food & Beverage and Cluster Executive Chef.

To provide organizational and administrative support to the Food & Beverage Department and the timely and efficient execution of assigned office and business procedures.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Communicate to customers (internal and external) in a polite and courteous manner
• Perform duties and responsibilities in a confidential manner when applicable
• Type and prepare a variety of documents such as letters, memos and minutes
• Handling of correspondence and answering the telephone as related to the job
• Attend daily F&B Meeting and take meeting minutes
• Prepare monthly staff attendance report for payroll clerk
• Provide organizational and administrative support to the Cluster Director of F&B and Cluster Executive Chef
• Organize a variety of documents and maintain stationery and office supplies
• Maintain complete knowledge of all F&B services, outlets and hotel services/features
• Liaise, communicate and collaborate with other departments ensuring communication and the resolution of problems
• Contribute ideas and suggestions to enhance operational procedures in the Hotel
• To work efficiently and effectively in meeting deadlines and delivering quality work
• Attend meetings required by Cluster Director of F&B and Cluster Executive Chef to take minute
• Handling in-house printing menus inserts and any in-house printing F&B collaterals
• To assist F&B operations when is required by Cluster Director of F&B and carry out any other duties

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality management or related field.
• Minimum 2 year of experience in F&B administration within a luxury hotel or resort.
• Outstanding communication skills in English, both written and verbal (additional foreign language would be an advantage)
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build positive relations with F&B team and across divisions, and be able to deal with diverse staff
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks
• Computer proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook and good typing skills
• Creative mindset with a strong eye for detail and presentation
• Experience in pre-opening is highly desirable.

Additional Information

• Understanding of Ultra-Luxury guest expectations and brand alignment.
• experience in project coordination, scheduling, and document control during pre-Opening stages.
• Experience in pre-Opening is a must.
• A proactive, anticipatory approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Impeccable grooming and personal presentation aligned with Luxury standards.