Assistant Director of Food & Beverage - Banquets

We invite you to join the world of luxury hospitality at Raffles amp Fairmont Doha as our new Assistant Director of Food amp Beverage Banquets

• Support the Director of Food amp Beverage in leading the overall performance and strategic direction of the Banquets amp Events operation across Raffles amp Fairmont Doha
• Drive banquet revenue, profitability, productivity and cost efficiency in line with business objectives
• Partner with Sales amp Events to maximize business opportunities, conversion and event revenue
• Oversee the seamless planning and delivery of luxury weddings, conferences, corporate events and social functions
• Champion exceptional service standards, guest experience and operational excellence across all events
• Lead, motivate, and develop the Banquets leadership and operational teams, fostering talent, engagement and succession planning
• Collaborate closely with Culinary, Sales, Finance, Rooms and Events teams to ensure seamless event planning and execution
• Optimize resources, staffing, equipment and operational processes to enhance efficiency and profitability
• Drive innovation in event experiences, menus, service concepts and banquet offerings
• Monitor market trends, guest feedback and business performance to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and growth
• Ensure full compliance with brand standards, food safety regulations, licensing requirements and operational procedures
• Act as a key operational leader within the Food amp Beverage division, contributing to departmental strategy, business planning and overall hotel performance
• Represent the Banquets operation in the absence of the Director of Food amp Beverage, ensuring leadership continuity and operational excellence

• Join our team and enjoy a range of exclusive colleague perks including complimentary upgrades, extended stays, discounted stays across Fairmont amp Raffles properties, special dining and wellness discounts and added luxuries to enhance your experience
• We believe in taking care of our team ensuring that your hard work is rewarded with exceptional benefits strong

Respect We value the needs ideas and individuality of others We treat everyone with fairness and dignity

Excellence We make genuine connections and we cherish every opportunity to make the people around us feel special

Belonging We celebrate our differences We support each other and we always stand together

Empowerment We have authority to take initiative and anticipate moments that create unforgettable experiences

Integrity We build trust through mutual respect and being authentic

Diversity amp Inclusion We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse talent thrives

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to join our team

• Bachelor s degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum 6 8 years of Food amp Beverage experience in luxury or five-star hospitality, including senior Banquets leadership experience
• Proven experience managing large-scale banquets, weddings, conferences and corporate events
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to drive revenue, profitability, and cost efficiency
• Excellent leadership and team-development skills, with experience managing multicultural teams
• Strong knowledge of luxury service standards, banquet operations, and guest experience
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder-management skills
• Ability to manage complex, high-volume operations while maintaining service excellence
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance management
• Experience with international luxury hotel brands is an advantage
• Fluent in English; additional languages are an advantage
• Embrace the Raffles amp Fairmont brand promise and luxury in your role and in all your interactions
• Foster an inclusive environment where every individual feels valued and respected
• Create an environment where colleagues are empowered, supported and recognized