Executive Assistant Manager (In Charge Of F&B) Venezia

Executive Assistant Manager (In Charge Of F&B)
Venezia
Veneto, Venezia

Are you looking for the job of a lifetime?

Come and join our diverse and talented team in one of the most iconic hotels, the Hotel Cipriani in Venice.

At Hotel Cipriani, we are looking for a leader who has a natural flair for 5-star hospitality and a strong commitment to excellence.

If you are detail oriented, possess leadership skills to oversee the implementation of the F&B strategic goals as well as day-to-day operations in minute detail whilst enhancing the quality of the food and beverage offering of our esteemed guests as well as coaching our developing and dynamic team, then this is the job for you.

The position of Executive Assistant Manager in charge of F&B requires the ability to effectively interact with and lead department heads, guests, employees in an efficient, constructive and positive manner.

Attitude, style and empathy are just as important as knowledge.

**The primary responsibilities for this position are to**:

- Ensure our guests receive the most exquisite of food and beverage quality and service in all restaurants, bars, IRD, banqueting and staff dining;

- Keep the culture of the hotel alive by embedding Belmond values, promoting a fair, safe and inclusive environment and leading initiatives that engage and empower the team;

- Drive revenue through strategic management of commercial initiatives with the leadership team.

Your creativity will inspire the team to deliver beyond set expectations;

- Have a firm grip on the P&L and take ownership over the costs of the business, always striving to find efficient solutions whilst keeping the quality high and the experience top notch;

- Work closely with the Executive Chef on menu development and to ensure food quality and consistency is always where it should be;

- Both guest and team experience will be at the heart of all you do.

You will lead from the front and your presence in the business will be felt by the team and guests alike.

**Requirements**:

- A track record of leading teams in restaurants, kitchens, bars and banqueting; you're a natural at inspiring trust and bringing others along on a journey;

- Proven experience in a similar food and beverage management/director role, either across multiple sites.

Fluent English, Italian (and possibly French) are necessary;

- Multi departmental budgeting and forecasting experience; a clear understanding of the financial expectations of a successful restaurant and bar business;

- An ability to manage the budget on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.

You'll be expected to report results with a granular understanding of the ongoing trends of the business;

- Exceptional attention to detail in an environment which focuses on driving excellence;

- You're looking for a place where you can be you; no clones in suits here;

- Passion for hospitality - you're all about creating memorable experiences for others, be they guests or colleagues;

- We leave our egos at the door and help get things done;

- You're up for doing things differently and trying (almost) everything once;

- You want to be part of a team that works hard, supports each other and has fun along the way.

**Benefits**:

- The opportunity to head up our Food & Beverage function for one of the most iconic hotels and being part of Belmond which is all about exquisite and genuine experiences;

- The chance to challenge the norm and work in an environment that is both creative and rewarding;

- Become part of a team that's very passionate about creating great hospitality experiences and building a portfolio of brands.