Overview
The Grace | Where Excellence meets Opportunity
Westport, County Mayo | Full-Time | Pre-Opening Opportunity
Join The Grace Westport Estate, a remarkable new hotel opening in Spring 2026 on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, at the heart of the captivating Westport Estate.
Job Summary
The Director of Food & Beverage is responsible for the strategic leadership and overall management of the hotel’s food and beverage operations. This includes restaurants, bars, in-room dining, banquet services, and kitchens. The role ensures excellence in guest experience, financial performance, service quality, and team leadership, aligned with the property’s brand standards.
Principle Responsibilities
* Provide strategic leadership for all Food & Beverage operations, ensuring alignment with the hotel’s overarching vision, brand identity, and guest expectations.
* Manage the day-to-day performance of all F&B outlets guaranteeing operational efficiency and exceptional service delivery.
* Drive financial success through comprehensive budgeting, cost control, revenue optimisation, and full P&L accountability.
* Champion luxury service standards, ensuring consistently outstanding guest experiences through active monitoring of feedback and implementation of service enhancements.
* Maintain a proactive leadership presence throughout the F&B operations to support department heads and team members at all levels.
* Lead the development of innovative F&B concepts and menus in collaboration with culinary and beverage teams, with a strong emphasis on quality, creativity, and guest appeal.
* Develop and implement promotional strategies in partnership with the Sales & Marketing department, including seasonal offerings, signature experiences, and special events, to support broader business goals.
* Lead and mentor the F&B leadership team, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high colleague engagement.
* Ensure robust stock control procedures, including accurate stock takes, purchasing compliance, and cost variance analysis.
* Manage departmental scheduling, payroll forecasting, and performance assessments, ensuring optimal resource allocation in line with budget.
* Work closely with the General Manager with the Food and Beverage HODs to provide consistent operational support across departments.
* Collaborate cross-functionally with Rooms, Events, Sales, Marketing, and other teams to ensure seamless coordination of services and integrated resort initiatives.
* Monitor purchasing activities and departmental expenditures, ensuring alignment with hotel budgets and procurement procedures.
* Design and implement upselling programs to enhance revenue opportunities within F&B outlets.
Required Experience & Skills
* 5-7 years’ progressive experience in F&B, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
* Experience in luxury or full-service hotel environments preferred.
* Strong leadership, budgeting, and communication skills.
* Knowledge of F&B systems
* Eligibility to work in Ireland.
The Grace Westport Estate is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create and maintain a diverse workforce where everyone is respected and included.
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