Position summary statement: The Director, Food & Beverage will be responsible for overseeing existing hotels’ culinary and F&B operational and financial performance as well as service standards in conjunction with Pan Pacific Hotels Group Vision, Purpose and Values. He/she is also responsible for developing concepts and operating service standards for the restaurants and bars. Primary Responsibilities: Strategic planning and implementation • Serve as a business consultant and provide strategic direction to all the F&B outlets of F&B on all aspects of operation, promotion and innovation. • Responsible for the development and implementation of F&B’s annual business plan and medium-term strategies, as well as establishing key performance objectives and plans to ensure the hotel meets its business targets and drives sustainable, profitable growth Operations Management • Direct, lead and manage the Food & Beverage (F&B) division • Plan and direct the functions of administration and strategy of the F&B department to meet daily operational needs • Overall responsibility for all operational components of the F&B division to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of operations • Ensure quality and authenticity of offerings and service across all outlets in order to consistently deliver memorable food and beverage experiences for all guests • Drive high levels of guest satisfaction through the consistent execution of all brand standards, visible operational leadership, active trend analysis and hands-on interaction with guests and associates • Maintain and develop high standards of operations in all restaurants, bars and events by ensuring all SOPs are relevant, up to date, trained effectively and operationally delivered • Responsible for the conceptual and operational design of restaurant and bar concepts if required • Collaborate with the Executive Chef to continually review and refresh menu offerings as required by locality and region, drive and take responsibility for the financial performance of the hotel’s F&B outlets • Create an operational environment of education and empowerment that energizes associates to focus on guest preferences and aspirations • Cultivate a positive culture surrounding the TrustYou platform and formulate strategies to continually improve the guest experience, sharing positive and negative feedback with associates and using this feedback as a platform for OJT • Develop, implement and maintain a review and response programme for all Outlet Managers covering TripAdvisor and blogs relevant to F&B, with results discussed and necessary actions effected in weekly F&B meetings • Conduct hygiene audits in conjunction with the Chief Steward / Hygiene Officer and Executive Chef in order to ensure levels of cleanliness and hygiene are in accordance with local laws and brand standards • Guide and attend daily operations meetings with the F&B team to plan for immediate operational demands, manage daily and plan for operational challenges, highlight VIP events and follow up on personal tasks and projects • Review quarterly competitor set analyses done by F&B Manager to ensure hotel F&B offerings are current and competitive, reviewing and amending hotel offerings if required • Ensures active implementation and adherence to F&B brand standards and as appropriate, present new standards of operation for PPHG Corporate Office review. Financial • Daily monitoring of F&B performance and take responsibility for its achievement by reviewing daily operational reports and using the information contained to drive sales. • Review annual budgets yearly and forecasts monthly for each outlet with F&B Manager and Operations Managers • Collate individual outlet budgets and forecasts into annual divisional budget and forecast • Manage all outlets’ individual profit and loss statements, clearly outlining both revenue contributions and expenses • Guide monthly profit and loss (P&L) meetings to assess financial performance, identify gaps, assess competitor revenue and develop new strategies to increase revenue where opportunities exist. Business Development and Marketing • Be an active participant in the strategic marketing approach to ensure exposure the F&B outlets of the hotel, including the development and implementation of the department’s annual and monthly promotions calendar • Work with the hotel’s internal Marketing Director to develop active strategies that maintain a strong social and traditional media capture. • Review promotions P&L prepared by F&B Manager 6, 3 and 1 month(s) prior to event, and immediately after to identify whether promotion was cost effective and should be continued in the future. Post-mortems to be planned annually in advance. Talent Management • Responsible for the hiring and performance evaluation of associates of F&B Team. • Identifies associates with potential for promotion and/or transfer within F&B Team. • Continuous focus on associate satisfaction and ensure continuous improvement action plans are executed effectively, and as needed, with a focus on a team and succession planning culture • Identifies training needs, develops formal training plans and conducts training sessions for Associates of the F&B Team. • Interacts with department and hotel associates in a professional and positive manner to foster good rapport, promote team spirit and ensures effective two-way communication. • Develop and grow the F&B team through leadership, mentorship and coaching to fuel the growth of the team and of the Pan Pacific Hotels Group. • Works with Human Capital & Development on manpower planning and management needs. Other Responsibilities • Supports the Mission, Purpose and Values of the Pan Pacific Hotels Group. • Complies with all relevant Workplace Safety & Health practices and maintains a safe workplace for all associates. • Adheres to grooming and hygiene standards set by the Hotel. • Exercises responsible behaviour at all times to uphold the image and reputation of the Pan Pacific Hotels Group, Hotel and department. • Ensures that the Hotel’s properties and facilities are protected and are kept in good working condition. Reports any loss or damage to the Hotel’s properties and facilities promptly and appropriately. • Carries out any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as assigned.