Director of Food & Beverage - Taormina at Four Seasons Hotels Limited - Turkey

Taormina, Sicily, Italy -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Food & Beverage Operations, Menu Design, Cost Control, Team Development, Guest Satisfaction, Culinary Innovation, Strategic Planning, Collaboration, Training, Budgeting, Inventory Control, Communication, Fluency In English, Fluency In Italian

Industry

Hospitality

Description

About Four Seasons: Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture. At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us. About the location: Perched on a rocky promontory high above the Ionian Sea, the iconic San Domenico Palace welcomes you to a 14th-century convent reimagined. Swim in our clifftop infinity pool, stroll in magnificent Italian gardens, soak in the history, savour Michelin-starred dining and escape into a Four Seasons world of timeless beauty. About the role We are currently looking for a dynamic, detail-oriented, and innovative professional to take on the role of Director of Food & Beverage. The Director of Food & Beverage will be a member of the Hotel’s Planning Committee and will oversee the entire division, including our restaurants, kitchens, stewarding, bar, and in-room dining operations. What you will do Coordinate the selection, training, development, and evaluation of employees and managers in the F&B Division Participate in the development of the team through personalized monitoring of each member of his or her team and by proposing training actions to improve individual performance Work closely with the General Management, Chefs and Beverage Leaders to design the menus, offerings and corporate activations Concentrate efforts on maximizing the Department's profit and controlling costs Control labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control while focusing on creative revenue generation solutions to maximize profit Build effective relationships with all key stakeholders and create an environment that supports collaboration and involvement What you bring Proven experience in leading Food & Beverage operations within a 5*luxury hotel or resort environment. A leadership style that is authentic, engaging and strategic, based on identified business priorities Creativity and passion for delivering innovative culinary and service experiences that reflect the brand’s standards. Ability to balance guest satisfaction with team engagement, fostering an environment where both guests and employees feel genuinely cared for. Ability to read, write and speak fluent English & Italian What We Offer: Competitive salary and benefits package. Exceptional training and development opportunities. Complimentary dry cleaning for employee uniforms. Meals available at the Employee Restaurant. Employee Experience initiatives, including themed parties and ESG events. Employee recognition programs. Global career opportunities and long-term potential within Four Seasons. Schedule & Hours: Full-time position with a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays. Open term contract based at San Domenico Palace, Taormina. Legal right to work in Italy required. Dedicated to perfecting the travel experience through continual innovation and the highest standards of hospitality, Four Seasons can offer what many hospitality professionals dream of -the opportunity to build a life-long career with global potential and a real sense of pride in work well done.

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Responsibilities

The Director of Food & Beverage will oversee the entire division, including restaurants, kitchens, stewarding, bar, and in-room dining operations. This role involves coordinating employee training, maximizing profits, and controlling costs while fostering collaboration among key stakeholders.