Description
To contribute to and to support Kempinski’s vision of becoming the undisputed leader in the hospitality industry, making our food & beverage offer a key differentiating factor for the Kempinski brand.
Key Responsibilities
- All rules & regulations are strictly established and adhered within the hotel including hotel’s policy on fire and safety as well as hygiene regulations including HACCP.
- The sales are driven to the department’s full potential and budgets are adhered to.
- All costs are in line with sales without compromising quality, i.e. minimum 85% LQA score.
- The department is driven in an entrepreneurial manner, looking for opportunities to generate more business at all times.
- Innovation and new ideas are fostered, implemented and shared with other hotels via corporate office.
- Internal talents are grown to ensure a smooth transition in case of promotions and transfers.
- At least one member of the team has a restaurateur background and experience outside of the 5* hotel industry.
Job Requirements
To fill the position, the following is required:
Experience
Minimum three (3) years in an F&B management role, preferably with a 5* hotel chain and ideally experience in a successful stand-alone food & beverage operation.
Language Skills
Local language – excellent oral and written skills.
English – excellent oral and written skills.
Additional language – beneficial.
Competences:
- Ability to work independently, thrive under pressure in challenging circumstances, and develop proactive, rational solutions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to establish and retain effective working relationships with hotel staff and clients/vendors.
- Ability to identify and delegate tasks effectively.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Applies a professional, confidential, and ethical approach at all times.
- Works in a safe, prudent, and organized manner.
Technical:
- Ability to operate computer and office equipment.
- Proficiency in Excel and Word.
Individual Characteristics:
To fill this position the candidate must identify with the Kempinski core values, in addition they should be especially:
- Passionate for Food & Beverage
- People Oriented
- Passionate for European luxury
- Entrepreneurs
- Straightforward
- Business acumen
- Sense of responsibility
- Leader
- Team player
- Analytical thinker
- Flexible and reliable
- Tolerant and open-minded
- Works well under pressure
Other Skills:
Depending on region and property.
About Kempinski
Founded in Germany in 1897, Kempinski Hotels has long reflected the finest traditions of European hospitality. Today, as ever, Kempinski is synonymous with distinctive luxury.
Located in many of the world's most well-known cities and resorts, the Kempinski collection includes hotels in a grand manner, pace-setting modern establishments and older hotels of individual charm. All blend gracefully into their surroundings and offer luxurious accommodation, superb cuisine and unrivalled facilities - complemented by impeccable service.
For leisure and business guests alike, the name Kempinski has long been synonymous with style, mobility and efficiency. Put simply, they are the first choice for the discerning individual.
In addition to operating many of the finest city hotels in the world, Kempinski is a name that can now be found in many exciting resort locations, each combining local flair and ambience with the international standards of service and luxury that Kempinski guests have come to expect.
