Job Description/Specification:
The Ritz-Carlton Doha is seeking an accomplished Director of Food & Beverage to provide strategic leadership across all Food & Beverage operations, including restaurants, bars, room service, banquets, catering, and culinary operations. This executive leadership role is responsible for maximizing guest satisfaction, driving profitability, developing high-performing teams, and ensuring world-class luxury hospitality standards aligned with Marriott International's brand excellence.
About This Role
As the Director of Food & Beverage, you will develop and execute the hotel's F&B strategy while overseeing financial performance, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and talent development. You will lead department heads, introduce innovative dining concepts, and ensure exceptional guest experiences that strengthen the hotel's competitive position and maximize return on investment.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and implement the hotel's Food & Beverage business strategy.
- Align departmental objectives with Marriott International brand standards.
- Drive operational excellence across restaurants, bars, room service, banquet, and catering operations.
- Identify new revenue opportunities and innovative dining concepts.
- Monitor market trends and introduce competitive food and beverage offerings.
Financial Management
- Develop and manage annual departmental budgets.
- Monitor revenue, profitability, and operating expenses.
- Analyze financial reports and departmental performance.
- Control food, beverage, labor, and operating costs.
- Implement cash control and beverage inventory procedures.
- Maximize profitability without compromising guest satisfaction.
Operations Management
- Oversee all Food & Beverage and culinary operations.
- Ensure exceptional food quality, service standards, and operational efficiency.
- Maintain compliance with Marriott brand standards and operating procedures.
- Recommend capital investments for equipment upgrades and renovations.
- Improve departmental performance through continuous process optimization.
Guest Experience
- Deliver exceptional luxury dining experiences.
- Monitor guest satisfaction scores and online reviews.
- Resolve guest concerns promptly and professionally.
- Review customer feedback and implement service improvement initiatives.
- Empower teams to consistently exceed guest expectations.
Leadership & Talent Development
- Lead, mentor, and inspire Food & Beverage leadership teams.
- Foster collaboration, accountability, and employee engagement.
- Conduct performance evaluations and coaching sessions.
- Identify high-potential employees and support career development.
- Recruit and retain talented hospitality professionals.
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.
- Maintain Marriott International quality standards.
- Conduct regular operational reviews and quality audits.
- Ensure consistent communication through daily briefings and leadership meetings.
Qualifications
Education
One of the following:
- High School Diploma or GED with 6 years of Food & Beverage, Kitchen, Banquet, or Hospitality management experience.
OR
- Associate Degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Restaurant Management, Business Administration, or a related field with 4 years of Food & Beverage leadership experience.
Technical Skills
- Food & Beverage Operations Management
- Restaurant & Bar Management
- Banquet & Catering Operations
- Culinary Operations
- Financial Planning & Budgeting
- P&L Management
- Revenue Optimization
- Cost Control
- Forecasting & Inventory Management
- Strategic Planning
- Business Development
- Hospitality Operations
- Food Safety & HACCP Compliance
- Luxury Guest Experience Management
- Performance Analysis
Leadership Competencies
- Executive Leadership
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Financial Acumen
- Team Development & Coaching
- Customer Relationship Management
- Communication & Presentation Skills
- Innovation & Change Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Results-driven Leadership
Preferred Experience
Candidates with experience in the following environments are highly preferred:
- Luxury Hotels & Resorts
- Five-Star Hospitality
- Marriott International Brands
- The Ritz-Carlton
- Fine Dining Restaurants
- Large Banquet & Events Operations
- Multi-Outlet Food & Beverage Management
Employee Benefits
Joining The Ritz-Carlton Doha offers:
- Competitive executive compensation package.
- Performance-based incentives.
- Comprehensive employee benefits.
- Professional leadership development.
- Global career opportunities within Marriott International.
- World-class luxury hospitality training.
- Inclusive and collaborative workplace culture.
About The Ritz-Carlton Doha
The Ritz-Carlton Doha is part of Marriott International's prestigious luxury portfolio, renowned worldwide for exceptional service, refined hospitality, and the legendary Gold Standards. Employees become part of a global luxury brand committed to excellence, innovation, and delivering unforgettable guest experiences.
Who Should Apply?
This opportunity is ideal for experienced Directors of Food & Beverage, Food & Beverage Managers, Executive Restaurant Managers, Hotel Operations Managers, Director of Restaurants, Banquet Directors, and senior hospitality professionals seeking executive leadership roles within luxury hotels.