Director F&b Design & Development Mea
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Description
Job Number 23039878
Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
Location Dubai Area Office, Central Park Towers Level 12, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates VIEW ON MAP
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? N
Relocation? N
Position Type Management
\xef\xbb\xbfJ OB SUMMARY Specific areas of focus include supporting the Senior Director F&B Design & Development EMEA in developing operationally and commercially sound food and beverage concepts & strategies for all new hotel developments & renovations in MEA. Working effectively with property management teams, area teams, development, brand operations, external designers, hotel owners and their representatives, supporting pre-opening & hotel conversions. Responsibilities include development of a concept strategy based on brand and type of market. The individual thinks creatively and practically to develop, execute and implement new plans or programs. Sets goals and expectations for direct reports using the performance review process and holds staff accountable for performance goals. Partner with above property departments to drive new initiatives and corporate direction of each brand. Gain a full understanding of each market where we have hotels and know our free-standing competitors as well as hotels. CANDIDATE PROFILE Education and Experience
Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary
Location Dubai Area Office, Central Park Towers Level 12, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates VIEW ON MAP
Schedule Full-Time
Located Remotely? N
Relocation? N
Position Type Management
\xef\xbb\xbfJ OB SUMMARY Specific areas of focus include supporting the Senior Director F&B Design & Development EMEA in developing operationally and commercially sound food and beverage concepts & strategies for all new hotel developments & renovations in MEA. Working effectively with property management teams, area teams, development, brand operations, external designers, hotel owners and their representatives, supporting pre-opening & hotel conversions. Responsibilities include development of a concept strategy based on brand and type of market. The individual thinks creatively and practically to develop, execute and implement new plans or programs. Sets goals and expectations for direct reports using the performance review process and holds staff accountable for performance goals. Partner with above property departments to drive new initiatives and corporate direction of each brand. Gain a full understanding of each market where we have hotels and know our free-standing competitors as well as hotels. CANDIDATE PROFILE Education and Experience
- A degree from an accredited university in Business Administration, Hotel and Restaurant Management
- 8 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in the international F&B industry, including hotel and independent operation and F&B consultation.
- Team leadership skills of more than 5 years.
- Strong presentation and public speaking skills, exceptional project management and organizational ability with effective influencing and negotiation skills.
- Excellent negotiating and deal-structuring skills.
- Demonstrated understanding and use of market research and market trend information.
- Able to travel up to 50% of working time.
- Strong business acumen skills are required.
- Develop operational and commercially sound food and beverage concepts for EMEA region.
- Understand and articulate current food and beverage trends and what drives them.
- Build, manage and maintain an up to date library of commercial sound food and beverage concepts
- Develop and maintain a project tracking process to ensure all stakeholders are up to date on the progress of each project.
- Deliver business results by leveraging shared resources and processes and implement revenue driving initiatives and best practices for restaurant and bar areas.
- Looks outside of Marriott to identify and implement innovations that improve business performance.
- Manages larger business processes and/or projects, setting priorities and measurable objectives, and monitoring and reporting on the process, progress and results.
- Responds to, solves, and makes decisions on business requests that have broad department impact and/or moderate risk. Presents alternative solutions to business issues by leveraging the broader organization.
- Actively engages in new hotel openings utilizing critical path tools and communicates need areas to regional team.
- Generates innovative solutions to approach function-specific work challenges.
- Reviews product & service standards for food & beverage concepts.
- Manages effective partnerships with third party partners, suppliers, designers, consultants, and concept partners when applicable.
- Oversees proper controls to ensure that all third party vendors and consultants deliver concepts & plans in a timely fashion.
- Works with key stakeholders within hotel operations, technical services, design and supply management to ensure all parties assist and support the hotel operational efficiency
- Ensures continuous communication and alignment with the Select Service, Premium and Luxury brand management teams.
- Executes the organization\xe2\x80\x99s mission, goals and objectives and demonstrates through ongoing and direct motivation, communication, group dynamics and leadership.
- Performs other duties as assigned to meet business needs.
- Champions leaders\xe2\x80\x99 vision for innovation, communication, systems & products.
- Works with direct reports and peers to develop and implement strategies and goals.
- Communicates a clear and consistent message regarding goals to produce desired results.
- Makes and executes the necessary decisions to keep team moving forward toward achievement of goals.
- Provides targeted and timely communication of results, achievements and challenges to direct reports, peers, and leaders.
- Continuously improves department, program, team, and job structures and ensures clear leadership accountabilities are in place.
- Interviews and hires employees.
- Facilitates regular, ongoing communication in department (e.g., staff meetings).
- Sets goals and expectations for direct reports using the performance review process and holds staff accountable for performance goals.
- Solicits employee feedback.
- Utilizes an \xe2\x80\x9copen door policy\xe2\x80\x9d and reviews employee satisfaction results to identify and address employee problems or concerns.
- Promotes adherence to policies consistently, follows disciplinary procedures and documents items according to Standard and Local Operating Procedures (SOPs and LSOPs).
- Conducts annual performance appraisal with direct reports according to Standard Operating Procedures.
- Identifies talents of direct reports and their teams, and assists with their growth and development plans.
Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.
Marriott International is the world\xe2\x80\x99s largest hotel company, with more brands, more hotels and more opportunities for associates to grow and succeed. We believe a great career is a journey of discovery and exploration. So, we ask, where will your journey take you?
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Job IdJD1508358
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IndustryNot mentioned
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Total Positions1
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Job Type:Full Time
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Salary:Not mentioned
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Employment StatusPermanent
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Job LocationDubai, United Arab Emirates
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EducationNot mentioned