Director of Culinary and Food & Beverage at IHG Career

Garapan, Northern Mariana Islands, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Culinary operations, Food and beverage management, Luxury hospitality, Brand standards, Operational compliance, Multi-outlet management, P&L management, Budgeting, Financial forecasting, Team leadership, Staff development, Service excellence, Strategic planning, Cost control, Revenue management, Guest satisfaction

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Director of Culinary and Food & Beverage Seeking a Director level leadership opportunity within a premium or luxury hospitality environment to lead culinary and Food & Beverage operations, drive transformation, elevate service standards, and deliver consistent brand excellence. The location is at Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands. A results-driven senior Food & Beverage leader with 2–3 years of experience at senior management level, supported by a progressive career across all facets of Food & Beverage operations. Currently operating within a premium/luxury IHG Hotels & Resorts environment, with extensive exposure to brand standards, operational compliance, and multi-outlet service delivery. Bringing a unique dual perspective as a former Chef, offering strong technical culinary expertise alongside a comprehensive understanding of front-of-house service execution ensuring seamless integration between kitchen and service operations to deliver exceptional guest experiences. Open to US Citizens and Valid US Visa holders Core Expertise Multi-outlet F&B operations including fine dining, casual dining, quick service, and catering/banqueting Proven experience within luxury and premium hospitality environments and high-performing restaurant operations Strong ability to align culinary execution with service delivery to ensure a consistent and elevated brand experience across all guest touchpoints Operational Leadership Drives delivery of refined, high-impact service standards aligned with premium and luxury positioning Ensures consistency, quality, and operational discipline across all outlets Champions a culture of excellence, continuously elevating product presentation and service execution Maintains strong focus on guest satisfaction metrics and service recovery excellence Leadership & People Development Proactive, self-driven leader with a strong sense of ownership and accountability Leads transformation through clear structure, communication, and a steady, solutions-focused approach Builds high-performing teams through coaching, mentoring, and structured development planning Strengthens alignment between culinary and front-of-house teams to create cohesive, guest-centric operations Commercial & Strategic Impact, Financial Acumen P&L Management Balances operational efficiency with uncompromising brand standards Drives continuous improvement in guest experience, revenue performance, and service delivery Demonstrates strong strategic thinking with a focus on long-term value creation Passionate about leading change, elevating standards, and positioning F&B operations as a key driver of overall hotel success Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and long-term plans for all F&B outlets. Optimize cost of goods sold (COGS), labor cost, and operating expenses without compromising quality. Drive revenue through upselling, promotions, events, and cross-selling with other departments. Analyze P&L statements, KPI’s and implement corrective actions. What we offer In return we'll provide you a competitive financial and benefits package which may include Health (medical, dental & vision) insurance, a 401k plan with company match, Paid Time Off and Employee Discount. A chance to become part of the global IHG family - opening a door to endless career opportunities. We’re passionate about growing our talent. We’ll provide the training & development you need to succeed & progress into your next role. Join us and you’ll become part of the global IHG family – Our colleagues share some winning characteristics: we work better together, we trust and support each other, we aim higher by looking for better ways to do things, we do the right thing, and we welcome different perspectives. IHG is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities/ Females/ Disabled/ Veterans

Responsibilities

The Director of Culinary and Food & Beverage will lead operations to drive transformation, elevate service standards, and ensure consistent brand excellence across all outlets. They are responsible for managing P&L, optimizing costs, and fostering a culture of excellence through effective team leadership and strategic development.