Director of Food & Beverage - Taormina
h3About Four Seasons: /h3pFour Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world‑class employee experience and company culture. /ph3At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us. /h3h3About the location: /h3pPerched on a rocky promontory high above the Ionian Sea, the iconic San Domenico Palace welcomes you to a 14th-century convent reimagined. Swim in our clifftop infinity pool, stroll in magnificent Italian gardens, soak in the history, savour Michelin‑starred dining and escape into a Four Seasons world of timeless beauty. /ph3About the role /h3pWe are currently looking for a dynamic, detail‑oriented, and innovative professional to take on the role of Director of Food Beverage. The Director of Food Beverage will be a member of the Hotel's Planning Committee and will oversee the entire division, including our restaurants, kitchens, stewarding, bar, and in‑room dining operations. /ph3What you will do /h3ulliCoordinate the selection, training, development,
and evaluation of employees and managers in the FB Division /liliParticipate in the development of the team through personalized monitoring of each member of his or her team and by proposing training actions to improve individual performance /liliWork closely with the General Management, Chefs and Beverage Leaders to design the menus, offerings and corporate activations /liliConcentrate efforts on maximizing the Department's profit and controlling costs /liliControl labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control while focusing on creative revenue generation solutions to maximize profit /liliBuild effective relationships with all key stakeholders and create an environment that supports collaboration and involvement /li /ulh3What you bring /h3ulliProven experience in leading Food Beverage operations within a 5*luxury hotel or resort environment. /liliA leadership style that is authentic, engaging and strategic, based on identified business priorities /liliCreativity and passion for delivering innovative culinary and service experiences that reflect the brand's standards. /liliAbility to balance guest satisfaction with team engagement, fostering an environment where both guests and employees feel genuinely cared for. /liliAbility to read, write and speak fluent English Italian /li /ulh3What We Offer: /h3ulliAnnual gross basic salary in the range €70.000,00 - €75.000,00 and a comprehensive benefits package /liliHousing allowance for accommodation /liliAnnual Incentive Plan based on performance objectives /liliSupplementary medical and health insurance /liliExceptional training and development opportunities. /liliComplimentary dry cleaning for employee uniforms. /liliMeals available at the Employee Restaurant. /liliEmployee Experience initiatives, including themed parties and ESG events. /liliEmployee recognition programs. /liliGlobal career opportunities and long‑term potential within Four Seasons. /li /ulh3Schedule Hours: /h3pFull‑time position with a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays. Permanent contract based at San Domenico Palace, Taormina. Legal right to work in Italy required. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr
and evaluation of employees and managers in the FB Division /liliParticipate in the development of the team through personalized monitoring of each member of his or her team and by proposing training actions to improve individual performance /liliWork closely with the General Management, Chefs and Beverage Leaders to design the menus, offerings and corporate activations /liliConcentrate efforts on maximizing the Department's profit and controlling costs /liliControl labor and operating expenses through effective scheduling, budgeting, purchasing decisions, and inventory control while focusing on creative revenue generation solutions to maximize profit /liliBuild effective relationships with all key stakeholders and create an environment that supports collaboration and involvement /li /ulh3What you bring /h3ulliProven experience in leading Food Beverage operations within a 5*luxury hotel or resort environment. /liliA leadership style that is authentic, engaging and strategic, based on identified business priorities /liliCreativity and passion for delivering innovative culinary and service experiences that reflect the brand's standards. /liliAbility to balance guest satisfaction with team engagement, fostering an environment where both guests and employees feel genuinely cared for. /liliAbility to read, write and speak fluent English Italian /li /ulh3What We Offer: /h3ulliAnnual gross basic salary in the range €70.000,00 - €75.000,00 and a comprehensive benefits package /liliHousing allowance for accommodation /liliAnnual Incentive Plan based on performance objectives /liliSupplementary medical and health insurance /liliExceptional training and development opportunities. /liliComplimentary dry cleaning for employee uniforms. /liliMeals available at the Employee Restaurant. /liliEmployee Experience initiatives, including themed parties and ESG events. /liliEmployee recognition programs. /liliGlobal career opportunities and long‑term potential within Four Seasons. /li /ulh3Schedule Hours: /h3pFull‑time position with a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays. Permanent contract based at San Domenico Palace, Taormina. Legal right to work in Italy required. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr