Food & Beverage Manager
Department: Food & Beverage
Employment Type: Seasonal - Full Time
Location: Italy - Venice
Reporting To: Ownership
Description
To contribute to and support Kempinski’s vision of becoming the undisputed leader in the hospitality industry, making our food & beverage offer a key differentiating factor for the Kempinski brand.
Key Responsibilities
1. All rules & regulations are strictly established and adhered to within the hotel including the hotel’s policy on fire and safety as well as hygiene regulations including HACCP.
2. The sales are driven to the department’s full potential and budgets are adhered to.
3. All costs are in line with sales without compromising quality, i.e. minimum 85% LQA score.
4. The department is driven in an entrepreneurial manner, looking for opportunities to generate more business at all times.
5. Innovation and new ideas are fostered, implemented and shared with other hotels via corporate office.
6. Internal talents are grown to ensure a smooth transition in case of promotions and transfers.
7. At least one member of the team has a restaurateur background and experience outside of the 5* hotel industry.
Job Requirements
Eligible for a working permit in Italy
BA/BSc in Hospitality Management or related field or MBA
To fill the position, the following is required:
? Minimum three (3) years in F&B management role, preferably with a 5* hotel chain and ideally experience in a successful stand-alone food & beverage operation.
LANGUAGE: Ability to work and communicate in a multinational environment:
? Local language – excellent oral and written skills.
? English – excellent oral and written skills.
? Additional language – beneficial.
COMPETENCIES:
? Ability to work independently, thrive under pressure in challenging circumstances and come up with proactive, rational solutions.
? Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
? Ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients/vendors.
? Ability to identify and delegate tasks effectively.
? Excellent organisational and time management skills.
? Applies a professional, confidential and ethical approach at all times.
? Works in a safe, prudent and organised manner.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: Computer literacy adapted to the field of Food & Beverage:
? Ability to operate computer and office equipment.
? Proficiency in Excel and Word.
INDIVIDUAL CHARACTERISTICS: To fill this position the candidate must identify with the Kempinski core values, in addition, they should be especially:
? Passionate for Food & Beverage
? People Oriented
? Passionate for European luxury
? Entrepreneurial
? Straightforward
? Business acumen
? Sense of responsibility
? Leader
? Team player
? Analytical thinker
? Flexible and reliable
? Tolerant and open-minded
? Works well under pressure
About Kempinski
Founded in Germany in 1897, Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury.
Located in many of the world's most well-known cities and resorts, the Kempinski collection includes hotels in a grand manner, pace-setting modern establishments and older hotels of individual charm. All blend gracefully into their surroundings and offer luxurious accommodation, superb cuisine and unrivalled facilities - complemented by impeccable service.
For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, mobility and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual.
In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world, Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambience with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect.
About San Clemente Palace Kempinski Venice
San Clemente Palace Kempinski Venice is a five-star luxury urban resort located on a private island, just ten minutes from Piazza San Marco via complimentary boat. Member of the Leading Hotels of the World, immersed in a centuries-old park, with the San Clemente Church realized in the year 1200, top-notch event spaces, award-winning dining, a modern spa, an outdoor swimming pool, sports facilities, three restaurants, three bars and a conference centre, unforgettable experiences await our Guests in the number #1 Hotel in Venice and #20 in the world as awarded this year by Condé Nast Traveler. True to the values of the Kempinski and the San Clemente Palace family, in which our company is rooted, we are committed each day to protecting the planet, the territory and first and foremost people, with concrete gestures, even small ones, to be put into practice daily.
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