Assistant Director of Food and Beverage

Company Description

SLS Dubai Hotel and Residences is a luxury lifestyle 5-star city hotel which belongs to Ennismore under the wider Accor group umbrella.

Boasting 946 units, with 254 uniquely designed hotel rooms, 321 hotel apartments and 371 Branded Residences, spread over 75 floors, SLS Dubai is one of the tallest hotels and residences in the region.

A wondrous and striking landmark in Downtown District, designed by the award- winning architects and interior designer Paul Bishop, the SLS Dubai is a unique cabinet of curiosities that never ceases to delight.

Job Description

• Lead the overall Food & Beverage division, overseeing the daily operations of restaurants, bars, lounges, in-room dining, pool venues, and banqueting operations.
• Drive operational excellence by ensuring exceptional guest experiences consistent with luxury lifestyle hospitality standards.
• Develop and execute the departmental business strategy to achieve revenue growth, profitability, and guest satisfaction targets.
• Manage departmental financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, P&L analysis, labor costs, payroll, food and beverage costs, and expense control.
• Lead, coach, and develop Outlet Managers and departmental leaders through performance management, succession planning, and talent development.
• Ensure consistent delivery of luxury service standards through regular operational reviews, quality audits, and leadership presence across all venues.
• Collaborate with the Executive Chef and Beverage leadership to develop innovative menus, beverage programs, seasonal promotions, and lifestyle experiences.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and employee engagement initiatives to build high-performing teams.
• Drive guest satisfaction by actively managing VIP experiences, handling guest feedback, and implementing effective service recovery strategies.
• Monitor outlet performance through KPIs, financial reports, guest satisfaction metrics, and operational audits to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Implement revenue optimization initiatives including menu engineering, upselling programs, promotions, and outlet activations.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, Dubai Municipality regulations, health and safety requirements, and company operating standards.
• Manage inventory control, procurement processes, supplier relationships, and cost optimization to maximize departmental profitability.
• Work closely with Sales, Marketing, Revenue Management, and Events teams to maximize restaurant, bar, and banquet revenues.
• Oversee planning and execution of high-profile events, private functions, luxury brand collaborations, and seasonal activations.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement throughout the Food & Beverage division.
• Prepare and present monthly business reviews, financial reports, and operational action plans to the Executive Committee.
• Build strong relationships with guests, partners, and stakeholders to strengthen the hotel's reputation as a leading luxury dining destination.
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of Food & Beverage leadership experience in luxury or lifestyle hotels.
• Proven experience managing multiple F&B outlets and large teams.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
• Knowledge of HACCP, food safety, and local regulatory requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Opera PMS, POS systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong focus on luxury guest service and operational excellence.