Director of Food & Beverage - Palace

Job Title:

Director of Food & Beverage - Palace in Paris

Company Overview:

COMPANIUM Hospitality, for one of their clients, a leading luxury hotel management company with a portfolio of prestigious properties around the world search for a Director of Food & Beverage for a Palace hotel in Paris.

We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Food & Beverage to join their team at one of the flagship properties of the Group, located in the heart of Paris, France.

Requirements

Experience as Director of Food & Beverage or Assistant Director of Food & Beverage for a luxury hotel within a well-recognized high-end hotel group.

French speakers only

Position Overview:

The Director of Food & Beverage will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the food and beverage operations at the luxury Palace property.

This includes managing the restaurants, including fine dining and all-day restaurants, bars, in-room dining, & banquets

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in a similar position, in France or in key cities (Dubai, London, NY, Shanghai etc), for a luxury hotel, with a clear understanding of the challenges, oriented on the guest experience, and able to manage both a very high level of quality and an important volume in F&B operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement strategic plans for the food and beverage department, in line with the overall goals and objectives of the Group defined with the General Manager & the Hotel Manager

Create and maintain a culture of excellence in service and guest satisfaction

Manage all food and beverage outlets, ensuring quality and consistency in food and beverage offerings, presentation, and service

Oversee the hiring, training, and development of all food and beverage staff

Monitor and control departmental expenses, including labor and food costs, to ensure profitability

Collaborate with the Executive Chef to create innovative and high-quality menus

Work closely with the sales and marketing team to drive revenue and increase F&b revenue, as well as banquet and catering business

Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and closely follow up on existing contracts

Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and sanitation regulations

Continuously evaluate and improve upon the food and beverage offerings and services to meet the changing needs and expectations of guests

Act as a liaison between the food and beverage department and other departments, including finance, front office, housekeeping, maintenance and all departments within the hotel.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Business, or a related field

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, in a luxury hotel in key city for a luxury hotel group

Strong experience in F&B

Strong leadership skills and ability to motivate and develop a team

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Proven track record of delivering exceptional guest experiences and driving revenue

In-depth knowledge of food and beverage operations, including fine dining

Experience in managing budgets (P&L, budget, forecasts) and controlling food & beverage costs

Fluent in Frencg & English: a must

Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends as needed

Must be eligible to work in France