Food & Beverage Manager - Maldives

Coco Collections owns and manages a variety of extraordinary hotels in the Maldives, from private islands to beautiful boutique style hotels and retreats. At the core of Coco Collection are the six brand values that are present throughout all of its brands - surprising, proactive, Individual, responsible, inspiring and timeless. Coco is where nature meets luxury and we like to think, where life meets magic.

Coco Collection hotels are vibrant and authentic and our vision is to become the region’s premier ‘luxury holiday lifestyle’ resort brand with a focus on service excellence, quality product, residential design and sustainability.

Presently the company owns and manages properties in the Maldives, however, the company has the ambition and expectation to grow internationally within the next few years and acquire management agreements for all of the Coco Collection brands.

Coco Collection is set to open a completely carbon neutral resort in June 2013, which will be unique to this region and support our key brand values of being responsible and sustainable.

An opportunity exists for an experienced, passionate Food & Beverage Manager to join us and lead the F&B Function to success:

Purpose:

Leading the F&B Function and ensuring that the various outlets operate successfully and are individually profitable in accordance with the standards of the Resort/ Company. To be efficient and diplomatic in dealing with all situations involving any aspect of Food and Beverage where the reputation or image of the hotel is represented.

Scope of Position:

The F&B Manager leads the Food & Beverage function for Coco Palm Bodu Hithi, reporting directly to the General Manager of the resort.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

Championing all F&B related functional disciplines and activities to include:

• Coordination of operational and administrative functions in all areas of the F&B Department
• Planning & Implementation of programmes, policies and procedures, Job Descriptions
• Preparation of the Departmental Operational Budget & CAPEX and its strict adherence
• Participation in the preparation of the Annual Business Plan, and Sales and Marketing Plans
• Close monitoring of profitability and service standard levels of all F&B outlets
• Participation in Public Relations activities, Sales calls or other promotional activities designed at enhancing the image and profitability of the Food and Beverage department and the resort
• Implementation & coordination of special promotions and activities that generate additional revenue and popular interest
• Monitoring and analyzing of activities and trends of competitors
• Remains ahead of trends in the Food and Beverage Industry and utilizes knowledge to enhance revenue and the guest experience
• Interacting with management of other departments within areas of responsibility and develops solid working relationships with them
• Building an efficient team, by taking an active interest in their training, development, safety and welfare

Ideal Candidates:
• A background in 5 star hotels and/or luxury resorts.
• A recognized university degree or diploma, preferably in hospitality and/or Food and Beverage
• Minimum of 7 years experience working in F&B including management level experience.
• Strong leadership skills, able to motivate, develop and inspire others. Previous experience leading a team.
• Experience working within a resort environment / remote locations highly regarded but not essential.
• Display’s emotional maturity and sensitivity when dealing with others. Remains tactful and is able to professionally relate to colleagues at all levels in the company.
• A team player and a good role model within the Management Team.
• Previous experience and a good understanding of working in a diverse, multi-cultural environment.
• Strong analytical skills, both financial and non-financial.
• Operates with integrity, confidentiality and objectivity at all times.
• Coco Collection is currently undergoing a re-branding exercise; hence the preferred candidate will have experience of leading and facilitating change and the implementation of a new company culture and values would be highly regarded.
• Resilient to remain self-motivated and inspire others to be fully engaged in the change process and achieve success.
• This is a great career opportunity to join an expanding group with new properties planned and further grow their career with the Business.
• Please note that this position is only really suitable for those people who are single or travelling on a single basis.
This position offers a tax free salary, accommodation, one R&R trip per year, generous leave provisions, relocation assistance, annual flights home, additional discounts in the resort etc.

If you believe the above profile fits your talents and is a natural next step in your career, please forward your detailed CV (outlining your past work experience and achievements) and a covering letter to highlight why you are right for the role… to socrates.alvaro@cocopalm.com.mv

Application Deadline: 15th September 2012
Due to the anticipated volume of applications we apologise, however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.