Director of Food and Beverage

Report line: General Manager

Our client is a pre‑opening five‑star lifestyle resort in Phuket, Thailand, designed to capture the island's vibrant energy and deliver a youthful luxury‑lifestyle experience. The property will offer a highly curated guest journey, defined by its playful, modern, beachfront identity and dynamic, social atmosphere.

They are seeking a commercially driven and creative Director of Food & Beverage to lead and oversee all F&B operations, including restaurants, rooftop bars, room service, and event spaces, while driving innovative concept development, revenue growth, operational excellence, and exceptional guest experiences aligned with the resort's lifestyle positioning.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of progressive Food & Beverage leadership experience within luxury, premium lifestyle hotels, boutique hospitality brands, or high-end multi-outlet restaurant groups.
• At least 3 years' experience in a Director of F&B or Assistant Director of F&B position.
• Proven track record in pre-opening projects, concept development, or repositioning of F&B venues with strong commercial success.
• Previous experience in Southeast Asia is highly preferred, particularly within the Thai hospitality market.
• Strong understanding of global Food & Beverage trends, including experiential dining, contemporary café culture, and modern mixology.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen with proven ability to drive revenue growth and profitability.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills with experience managing culturally diverse teams in fast-paced environments.
• Proficient in POS systems, including Agilysys and Micros.
• Strong operational, organisational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Passionate about hospitality with a proactive and positive attitude.
• Adaptable, hands-on, and capable of thriving in a dynamic lifestyle hospitality environment.
• Strong team player with excellent work ethic and communication skills.
• Fluent in English; Thai language proficiency is highly advantageous.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends and holidays.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the overall Food & Beverage operations, including restaurants, bars, room service, and events.
  
• Drive the development and execution of innovative F&B concepts aligned with the hotel's lifestyle positioning and commercial objectives.
  
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to maximise revenue, profitability, and guest satisfaction across all F&B outlets.
  
• Monitor financial performance, control operational costs, optimise payroll expenses, and ensure achievement of budgeted targets.
  
• Foster a positive, high-performing, and service-driven culture within the F&B team through effective leadership and engagement.
  
• Ensure exceptional guest experiences by maintaining consistently high service standards that are personalised and distinctive.
  
• Lead recruitment, training, coaching, and performance management initiatives to strengthen team capability and operational excellence.
  
• Stay updated with global F&B and lifestyle hospitality trends to continuously enhance the hotel's dining and beverage offerings.
  
• Collaborate closely with senior management and ownership to support the hotel's overall business objectives and brand positioning.
  
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, hygiene, and operational standards across all F&B areas.