Executive Assistant Manager in charge of F&B

At Belmond Castello di Casole we are looking for a leader who has a natural flair for 5-stars hospitality and 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 as well as coaching our developing and dynamic team, then the job is 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; Work closely with the Earth-Check team to strategize and support the development and positioning of Belmond for all the aspect of the ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) 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 everything you do. You will lead from the front and your presence in the business will be felt by the team and guests alike. Hires, retains and develops diverse, high calibre talent that positively make a significant contribution to the hotel goals. Encourages the hiring, development and retention of local nationals. Candidate will report directly to the GM. Requirements A track record of leading teams in restaurants, kitchens, bars and banqueting; you are 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 details in an environment wich focuses on driving excellence; You are looking for a place to where you ca be you; no clones in suits here; Passion for hospitality – you are 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 are 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. J-18808-Ljbffr