Food and Beverage Manager for Orient Express Sailing Yachts
On-siteLondon, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Oversee daily operations of all food and beverage outlets, including restaurants, bars, and galley departments, ensuring seamless cooperation between teams to deliver a consistent, high-quality guest experience. Develop and implement service standards, menus, and beverage programs while managing departmental budgets, monitoring costs, and controlling inventory to achieve or exceed budgeted targets. Lead and mentor the Restaurant Manager, Bar Manager, and Executive Chef, conducting regular briefings, supporting recruitment, and fostering a culture of teamwork and accountability. Conduct inspections of all F&B areas to ensure adherence to quality, hygiene, and safety standards (USPH, HACCP, or equivalent), and champion a guest-centric culture by monitoring satisfaction scores and implementing corrective actions. Maintain accurate documentation for audits and ensure compliance with international maritime, environmental, and sanitation regulations.
Required Qualifications
- Fluent in English
- A university degree or equivalent in Hospitality or related field
- Shipboard experience
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel & systems
- Knowledge of budgeting techniques and financial analysis
- Exceptional communication, problem solving and decision-making skills
- Valid STCW certificates
- Valid Pre-Employment Medical
- C1D visa mandatory
Desired Qualifications
- One additional language (French, German, Chinese, Spanish)
- Seafaring Hotel Director experience within the Luxury Cruise Industry (5 years)
- equivalent experience
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