We are now looking for the position of F&B Director for The Reverie Saigon, a member of the Leading Hotels of the World. Please view our website for your more information (www.thereveriesaigon.com)

Critical activities are as follows:

1/ Developing F&B brands of the Company:

• Sets food and beverage standards to meet the owner’s expectations and in line with Leading Hotels of The World standards
• Work with F&B leadership team to determine areas of concern and develops strategies to improve  department’s financial performance and service performance
• Establishes a yearly  F&B  marketing  plan,  by working   closely  with  the  Director of  Sales and the Director of Marketing ensuring  clear  action  plans  to penetrate key  market  segments.
• Stay aware of market trends and introduce new food and beverage products to meet and exceed customer expectations, generate increased revenue and ensure a competitive position in the market.

2/ Planning food and beverage budget

• Works  closely  with  the  Director of Finance   to  establish annual  Food and Beverage operating  plans,  identifying  and  responding   to margin  and  cost  improvement    opportunities
• Monitor department’s actual sales to ensure revenue goals are met or exceeded and opportunities are identified and addressed.

3/ Leading the team and conducting Human Resource activities:

• Works closely with the Executive Chef to ensure the preparation, presentation and service of food products is at the highest quality at all times, oversees all event operations including banquets & meetings.
• Serves as a role model to demonstrate appropriate behaviors
• Provided guidance and direction to subordinates including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
• Monitor   and  overview   consistent training  and  development   plans  for  all  employees   to  ensure  high employee    morale  and strategic continuity  planning  within  the  hotel  and the  company.
• Coach and support food & beverage leadership team to effectively manage wages, food & beverage costs and controllable expenses.
• Ensure staff are treated fairly and equitably.
• Ensure that expectations and objectives are clearly communicated to subordinates, so that they are also open to raise questions and/or concerns.

The ideal candidate would be able to demonstrate the following attributes:

• Proven track record in managing food & beverage within the luxury hotel industry is essential
• A plus for candidates with working experience at luxury hotels belonging to the Leading Hotels of the World
• Working experience in Asia (Vietnam, China, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia or Japan)
• Good Customer and Personal services
• Strong leadership skills and administration skills 
• Ability to manage financial resources 
• Apply business knowledge
• Ability to manage material resources
• Excellent command of the English language both written and verbal essential 
• Ability to work comprehensively with spreadsheets and budgeting packages