Director of Food and Beverage

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all Food & Beverage outlets, ensuring profitability, exceptional guest experiences, and innovative menu engineering.
• Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of all hotel services and products.
• Maintain Kempinski brand standards while fostering local relevance and creativity.
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team, cultivating a culture of excellence, passion, and accountability.
• Ensure all departmental operating manuals are prepared, reviewed, and updated annually.
• Source the highest-quality products, continuously improving standards and effectively communicating product knowledge internally and externally.
• Support and implement Talent Development initiatives across the department.
• Take full responsibility for the performance and quality of work of Outlet Managers and Supervisors.
• Ensure Outlet Managers and Supervisors plan and execute effective, outlet-specific training programs.
• Prepare and consolidate the annual departmental budget and ensure cost control and financial targets are met.
• Stay ahead of global culinary and hospitality trends to keep concepts fresh, competitive, and innovative.
• Handle guest complaints promptly, professionally, and courteously, ensuring swift resolution.
• Collaborate closely with the Kitchen Department to develop unique concepts, menus, and guest experiences. 

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Food & Beverage management role within the hotel industry.
• Strong understanding of luxury service standards, quality management, and global culinary trends.
• People-oriented leader with a collaborative, team-player mindset.
• Charismatic leadership style with the ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Excellent communication skills, leading by example with impact and integrity.
• Ability to work independently, thrive under pressure, and deliver proactive, practical solutions in challenging situations.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to effectively delegate and prioritize tasks.
• High sense of responsibility and attention to detail.
• Solid computer literacy. • Fluency in English and Hungarian.
• Valid local work permit or EU citizenship.