ppbJob Number /b: br/bJob Category /b: Food and Beverage Culinarybr/bLocation /b: Campo Santa Maria del Giglio ****, Venice, Italy, *****br/bSchedule /b: Full Timebr/bPosition Type /b: Managementbr/bPay Range /b: annual gross euro *************** + premio + housing allowance /ppThe Gritti Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Venice, is looking for a Director Food Beverage, reporting to the General Manager.
This role functions as the strategic business leader of the property's food and beverage/culinary operation, overseeing Restaurants/Bars, In Room Dining, and Banquets/Events.
The director implements brand service strategy, drives revenue growth, and ensures financial performance and employee satisfaction.
/ph3What We Offer /h3ulliProfessional career progression at international level in Marriott International hotels.
/liliLearning and development opportunities online, on the job and in class.
/liliExperienced management motivated and engaging colleagues.
/liliCompetitive benefits package, including a structured corporate welfare program.
/liliDiscounts on hotel rooms, gift shop items, food and beverage across the company.
/liliCharity events, wellbeing activities through the TakeCare program.
/li /ulh3What You'll Need /h3ulliRegular work permit.
/liliFluent Italian and English; French is a plus.
/liliExperience in 5* luxury hotels, ideally knowledge of Marriott standards and policies.
/liliPrevious managerial experience with ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams.
/liliStrong financial acumen and ability to manage budgets and performance metrics.
/liliStrategic thinking with a proactive and solution-oriented approach.
/liliAbility to foster a culture of quality, accountability, and attention to detail.
/liliTrack record of driving continuous improvement and service excellence initiatives.
/liliStrong analytical skills to interpret guest feedback, KPIs, and quality metrics.
/li /ulh3Candidate Profile /h3ulliBachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Economics, Humanities, or a related discipline.
/lili6 years experience in food and beverage, culinary, event management, or related professional area.
/li /ulh3Skills and Knowledge /h3ulliCustomer and personal service:



knowledge of principles and processes to provide customer and personal services.
/liliManagement of financial resources: determining spending and accounting for expenditures.
/liliAdministration and management: strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources, leadership, production methods, coordination.
/liliApplied business knowledge: understanding market dynamics, enterprise objectives, identifying opportunities and risks.
/liliManagement of material resources: ensuring appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials.
/li /ulh3Core Work Activities /h3h3Developing and Maintaining Food and Beverage/Culinary Goals /h3ulliSets expectations and holds leadership team accountable for service behaviors.
/liliReviews financial reports and statements to assess performance against budget.
/liliRecommends CAPEX funding for equipment and renovations.
/liliIdentifies areas of concern and develops strategies to improve financial performance.
/liliEstablishes realistic goals to guide operation and performance.
/liliStrives to improve service performance.
/li /ulh3Developing and Maintaining Budgets /h3ulliDevelops and manages the Food and Beverage budget.
/liliMonitors actual and projected sales to ensure revenue goals are met.
/liliEnsures cash control and liquor control policies are implemented and followed.
/liliMaintains profit margins without compromising guest or employee satisfaction.
/li /ulh3Leading Food and Beverage/Culinary Team /h3ulliLeverages interpersonal skills to lead, influence, and encourage the team.
/liliEncourages mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
/liliAchieves performance, budget, and team goals.
/liliServes as a role model demonstrating appropriate behaviors.
/liliIdentifies opportunities to increase profits and create value.




/liliEnsures regular communication throughout the department.
/liliEstablishes collaborative relationships with direct reports.
/liliDevelops operational strategy aligned with the brand's business strategy.
/liliCoaches and mentors others to improve skills.
/liliIntroduces new products and services to meet customer expectations.
/li /ulh3Ensuring Exceptional Customer Service /h3ulliProvides services exceeding customer satisfaction and retention.
/liliImproves service by guiding individuals to understand and meet guest needs.
/liliReviews feedback from comment cards and guest satisfaction results and takes corrective action.
/liliEmpowers employees to deliver excellent guest service.
/liliBalances cost-benefit ratio to maintain profit and service satisfaction.
/li /ulh3Managing and Conducting Human Resource Activities /h3ulliProvides guidance and direction to team members.
/liliCoaches leadership team on wages, cost control, and controllable expenses.
/liliRecruits leadership team members with strong expertise and entrepreneurial leadership.
/liliSets goals and expectations using performance reviews.
/liliCommunicates expectations and invites questions or concerns.
/liliEscalates issues to Human Resources as necessary.
/liliEnsures fair and equitable treatment of employees.
/liliCoaches team with specific feedback to improve performance.
/li /ulh3Additional Responsibilities /h3ulliProvides timely updates to executives, peers, and team members.
/liliEstimates consumption of food, liquor, wine, and other beverages.
/liliOrders and purchases equipment and supplies.
/li /ulpAt Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity.
We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated.
Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates.
We are committed to non?discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.
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📌 Director Of Food & Beverage (Venezia)
🏢 The Luxury Collection
📍 Venezia