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Accor

Global hotel management, franchising, loyalty programs

Director of Food & Beverage

Food & Beverage Operations ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeVlorë, AlbaniaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Previous leadership experience is required.
  • Ability to build and maintain good relationships with stakeholders.
  • Ability to communicate thoughts, actions, and opportunities clearly, with strong networking skills.
  • Ability to lead by example, foster a strong team culture, and set expectations for high performance.

Responsibilities

  • Direct daily operations across the hotel’s restaurants, bars, pool and beach service, banqueting, and other food and beverage outlets, as applicable.
  • Maintain food, beverage, and service standards in line with the hotel’s luxury positioning and brand requirements.
  • Develop and implement departmental service procedures, quality controls, and guest experience improvement plans.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Chef and culinary team on menus, product quality, presentation, and outlet concepts.
  • Review guest feedback, resolve service concerns, and drive continuous improvement in guest satisfaction.
  • Coordinate with Front Office, Sales, Events, Housekeeping, Finance, and other hotel departments.
  • Plan operational readiness for seasonal demand, special events, private functions, and peak occupancy periods.
  • Prepare and manage food and beverage operating budgets, forecasts, revenue targets, and departmental business plans.
  • Monitor outlet profitability, food and beverage costs, wastage, stock levels, and purchasing controls.
  • Analyze sales and operational reports, identify variances, and implement measures to improve productivity and margins.
  • Collaborate with Finance, Purchasing, Sales, and Revenue teams on pricing, promotions, inventory, and commercial opportunities.
  • Lead, coach, and develop food and beverage managers, supervisors, and team members, fostering accountability and a positive service culture.
  • Oversee staffing plans, schedules, recruitment input, performance reviews, and succession development within the department.
  • Ensure service training, product knowledge, and continuous skills development for food and beverage colleagues.
  • Promote teamwork, professional appearance, guest-focused behavior, and consistent application of hotel policies.
  • Ensure adherence to HACCP, food safety, sanitation, occupational health and safety, licensing, and applicable local regulations.
  • Conduct regular outlet inspections, support audits, and follow up on corrective actions and preventive maintenance needs.
  • Develop innovative dining experiences, seasonal concepts, and commercial initiatives that reinforce the hotel’s identity.

About the Company

Accor

Global hotel management, franchising, loyalty programs

Accor operates a global portfolio of hotel brands spanning economy to luxury, providing hotel management and franchising services in the travel and tourism sector. Its revenue comes from room bookings, food and beverage services, and management fees earned from franchised properties. The company runs a loyalty program called A Club to boost guest retention and engagement. Growth is aided by strategic acquisitions, such as Adoria for corporate catering solutions and a stake in Squarebreak for upscale villa rentals. Accor pairs global expertise with local knowledge to deliver consistent hospitality experiences at scale, while pursuing sustainability and positive impact on guests, communities, and the environment. The overall goal is to offer reliable, high-quality experiences across markets and to grow responsibly through responsible expansion and sustainable practices.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Issy-les-Moulineaux, France
Founded
1967

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