Director of Food & Beverage

Discover the essence of Maui at Fairmont Kea Lani, Hawai‘i’s only all-suite and villa luxury resort.  Nestled on the pristine white sands of Wailea’s Polo Beach, this award-winning oceanfront paradise defines quintessential Hawaiian luxury with a state-of-the-art spa, island inspired cuisine and authentic cultural experiences. 

What is in it for you:

From full-moon staff hikes and beach clean-ups to appreciation luncheons and birthday holidays, our team provides endless opportunities to learn and grow in both your personal and professional development. Live and work in a place you love!

• Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Vision and Dental) including extended benefits like; Basic life insurance, TDI and Long-Term Disability for regular Full-time and Part-time employees
• Flexible spending account (FSA)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan and matching program
• Paid Vacation, holidays, personal and sick days
• Food & Beverage, Spa and on property specific discounts (venue and property specific discounts may vary)
• Wellness Offerings
• Employee benefit card offering discounted rates in Accor worldwide
• Learning programs through our Academies
• Opportunity to develop your talent and grow within your property and across the world!
• Employee Activities
• Incentive Bonuses

As the Director of Food & Beverage, you are the Executive Committee Member responsible for the day to day operations and strategic direction of our Food & Beverage Division. You will lead a talented team of food & beverage professionals in a luxury resort environment while fostering a culture of excellence.  

Salary Range:  $170,000 - $190,000/yr

What you will be doing: 

• Drive divisional financial objectives by preparing budgets, monthly forecasts; effectively controlling labor & operating expenses, driving topline revenue, analyzing variances & initiating corrective action.
• Maintain guest satisfaction by monitoring, evaluating, and auditing food, beverage, service offering and standards; implementing and holding leaders accountable to improvements and strategic plans.
• Foster a positive work environment resulting in colleague and leader engagement through consistent communication, garnering feedback and actioning measurable improvement plans.
• Consistently drive innovative promotions, activations, menus, concepts and marketing efforts in partnership with the Sales and Marketing division.
• Control purchases and inventory by partnering with account managers & negotiating contracts.
• Oversee the selection, training, development and career growth of Food and Beverage leaders.
• Prepare and enforce standard operating procedures within Food & Beverage that align with hotel policies.
• Ensure all Fairmont brand standards and programs are in place and maintained.
• Ensure that sanitation, cleanliness and maintenance of the Food & Beverage venues, event spaces, kitchens & public spaces exceed expectations.
• Promote and enforce health and safety awareness as well as ensure the team has a complete understanding of the emergency procedures for the hotel.
• Contribute to the improvement of the overall hotel operation by contributing ideas, making suggestions, soliciting feedback and actively participating in departmental communication meetings.
• Actively drive and promote the Fairmont Kea Lani’s environmental program and division specific initiatives in working towards sustainable operations.
• Assist in the preparation of the annual strategic plan and achieve the goals and targets therein.
• Collaborate with other departments, leaders, colleagues and community to contribute to the overall luxury operation of the hotel.

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of luxury resort experience in a senior leadership role required

Education

• University/College Degree in a related discipline required

Licenses or Certificates          

• TB Clearance
• Maui County Liquor Card
• TIPS Certification
• State of Hawaii Food Safety or ServSafe Certification

All Candidates must be in possession of identification proving authorization to work in the United States as defined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). This Position does not offer sponsorship of Work Visas. Resumes submitted that cannot fulfill these requirements will not be considered.

Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
We are an inclusive company and our ambition is to attract, recruit and promote diverse talent.

Join our ‘ohana today:  Visit our website to learn more about living and working for Fairmont Hawai’i.  www.fairmonthawaiijobs.com

Why work for Accor?
We are far more than a worldwide leader. We welcome you as you are and you can find a job and brand that matches your personality. We support you to grow and learn every day, making sure that work brings purpose to your life, so that during your journey with us, you can continue to explore Accor’s limitless possibilities.

Do what you love, care for the world, dare to challenge the status quo! #BELIMITLESS