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Director of Food And Beverage Jobs in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India at Ginger Hotels
Title: Director of Food And Beverage
Company: Ginger Hotels
Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Company Description Ginger Hotels, part of the IHCL brand, is a chain of Lean Luxe hotels offering smart, comfortable stays across more than 62 key business and leisure destinations. The brand focuses on contemporary accommodations where stylish design meets warm, attentive hospitality. Tailored for modern business travelers, Ginger Hotels delivers chic interiors and reliable comfort that support both work and relaxation. Team members join a dynamic environment that emphasizes guest experience, efficiency, and innovation. Ginger promotes the “Simply Better” philosophy, continually improving services and facilities for guests and employees alike.
Role Description The Director of Food and Beverage is a full-time, on-site role based in Mumbai/Hybrid, responsible for leading all food and beverage operations at the cluster of hotel. This role oversees restaurant, bar, banqueting, and in-room dining services, ensuring high standards of quality, presentation, and service. The Director manages menu development in collaboration with culinary leadership, monitors inventory and procurement, and implements cost controls to achieve revenue and profitability targets. Daily responsibilities include supervising and coaching F&B teams, maintaining compliance with hygiene and safety regulations, and resolving guest concerns to enhance satisfaction. The Director also analyzes performance metrics, supports marketing initiatives for F&B outlets, and works closely with hotel leadership to align the food and beverage experience with Ginger Hotels’ brand standards.
Qualifications
- Strong expertise in Food & Beverage and Food Service operations, including menu planning and outlet management.
- Culinary Skills and understanding of kitchen workflows to collaborate effectively with chefs and culinary teams.
- Proven ability to drive Customer Satisfaction through consistent service quality and effective guest issue resolution.
- Experience with Budgeting, cost control, and revenue management within food and beverage departments.
- Previous leadership experience in hotel or hospitality F&B management, ideally at a comparable scale or brand.
- Knowledge of food safety, hygiene regulations, and compliance standards applicable to hotel operations.
- Strong people management skills, including team development, performance coaching, and workforce planning.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Relevant hospitality or hotel management degree or diploma is preferred.
