Director of Food and Beverage Design and Development, CALA
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $114,200.00 - $151,500.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
bonus eligibility
Stock package
Job Description
Marriott International is renowned as the world’s largest hotel company, operating more brands, more hotels, and offering more opportunities for associates to advance their careers and develop professionally. With a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Marriott fosters an environment where associates' unique backgrounds are recognized and celebrated. They are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to non-discrimination on any protected basis and provide a supportive workplace for all employees.
This specific opportunity is for the role of Director, Food and Beverage (F&B) Design and Development for Marriott International's Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) region. The position is based in Plantat... Show More
This specific opportunity is for the role of Director, Food and Beverage (F&B) Design and Development for Marriott International's Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) region. The position is based in Plantat... Show More
Job Requirements
- bachelor's degree in hotel management, hospitality management, culinary or related area or equivalent experience
- minimum 5 years of responsible management experience in food and beverage or restaurant and bar management
- experience in concept development and project management
- proven ability to manage multiple complex projects and portfolios
- knowledge of luxury, premium and select brands in hospitality
- experience with hotel, restaurant and bar openings preferred
- strong communication and presentation skills
- ability to read and interpret blueprints
- knowledge of food and beverage operational processes and procedures
- project management skills
- bilingual in English and Spanish
- willingness to travel up to 35 percent of the time within the CALA region
Job Qualifications
- 5 plus years progressively responsible work experience including management experience in restaurant and bar management or food and beverage
- experience in restaurant and bar concept development with a proven ability to drive product creativity and innovation
- experience in project management managing complex projects or portfolios
- proven experience understanding multiple brands including luxury, premium, and select service
- proven expertise in direct openings of hotels, restaurants and bars preferred
- active participation in industry organizations is preferred
- independent or non-hotel food and beverage experience design development is encouraged
- bachelor's degree in hotel management, hospitality management, culinary, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
- in-depth knowledge of food and beverage discipline, processes, and systems
- preferred operational background in food and beverage
- understanding of food and beverage trends and ability to integrate them into design
- knowledge of graphics and industry packages preferred
- successful record of food and beverage concept development and implementation
- ability to read and interpret blueprints for plan reviews, kitchen and bar design
- ability to identify operational efficiencies and potential cost savings
- excellent project and change management skills
- strong influence, negotiation, conflict management, time management, and consensus building skills
- exceptional verbal and written communication, analytical, problem-solving and presentation skills
- ability to train on innovative programs, products and services
- thorough understanding of lodging business and market drivers
- knowledge of workforce analysis and labor productivity
- previous luxury experience preferred
- previous hotel opening experience preferred
- bilingual in English and Spanish
Job Duties
- lead the development of creative and relevant food and beverage restaurant and bar concepts
- drive select service food and beverage positioning and programming
- design next generation meeting spaces tailored to modern meeting attendees
- act as a brand advocate partnering with brand teams to ensure alignment and relevance
- monitor and incorporate food and beverage trends into design and development
- articulate food and beverage strategies to owners and asset managers with compelling presentations
- foster partnerships with property ownership, food and beverage consultants, and third party operators
- collaborate with procurement to develop and maintain food and beverage operating supplies and equipment standards
- develop and document sustainable processes for food and beverage components during hotel openings
- manage design and development processes for new build and renovation food and beverage projects
- identify and promote a portfolio of restaurant and food and beverage designers and consultants in the CALA region
- inject innovation into food and beverage projects to keep offerings fresh and competitive
- travel up to 35 percent of time within the region to oversee projects and partnerships
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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