Director Food Beverage

What do we expect from you

Mondrian Abu Dhabi is preparing to make its mark and were looking for an experienced Director of Food & Beverage to lead and shape the culinary experiences at our hotel. As the Director of F&B you will play a crucial role in the preopening phase overseeing the creation and delivery of innovative exceptional food and beverage offerings. From managing dining outlets to curating worldclass experiences your leadership will drive the success of our F&B operations.

How your day looks like:

• Lead and oversee the preopening efforts of the F&B division including recruitment training operational setup and team development.
• Develop, implement and refine innovative food and beverage concepts that align with Mondrians creative approach to hospitality.
• Manage the daily operations of all F&B outlets ensuring consistent quality service standards and exceptional guest experiences.
• Cultivate and inspire a high performance culture motivating your team to deliver excellence while embracing Mondrians brand values.
• Control budgets manage costs and maximize revenue while maintaining luxury service standards.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to ensure that F&B initiatives align with the hotels strategic objectives.
• Monitor guest feedback and key performance indicators proactively addressing opportunities for improvement.
• Drive sustainability and innovation in F&B operations embracing trends and best practices in the industry.
• Ensure compliance with health safety and local regulations.

This role requires a visionary leader with an eye for innovation and a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences in the world of food and beverage.

Qualifications :

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Food & Beverage management with at least 3 years in a Director level role ideally in a luxury or lifestyle hotel environment.
• Experience working in a truly global work environment is essential.
• Prior preopening experience is highly preferred with a strong understanding of the operational and logistical aspects involved.
• Expertise in luxury dining and innovative food and beverage concepts.
• Strong customer orientation emotional intelligence and credibility with a sense of commitment and accountability.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills.
• Leadership skills that inspire and unify teams around common goals striving for excellence in both quality and financial outcomes.
• Strong financial management experience with the ability to control budgets and achieve cost efficiencies.
• Passionate about curating exceptional dining experiences.
• Knowledge of food trends sustainability initiatives and industry best practices.
• Fluency in English (Arabic language skills are a plus).
• Creative thinking and the ability to embrace innovation while maintaining operational excellence.

Additional Information :

Why Join Mondrian Abu Dhabi

Global Presence & Vision

• Become part of a global innovative and rapidly growing group committed not only to building hotels but also to crafting a distinguished global brand.
• Embark on the exciting preopening journey of one of the most anticipated luxury hotels in Abu Dhabi.

Creative & Impactful Work

• Shape and refine the guest experience in a hotel that celebrates bold creativity rich culture and timeless style.
• Enjoy the opportunity to challenge the norm and thrive in an environment that is both creative and rewarding.
• Collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to curating exceptional hospitality experiences and discovering new dynamic locations.

Career Growth & Development

• Take advantage of abundant opportunities for career growth within a prestigious global portfolio of brands.
• Learning opportunities to broaden your skillset and development that helps you think make and thrive at work.

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