Job Detail
Description
- Lead F&B operations across all outlets, ensuring consistent service standards and effective SOPs.
- Drive F&B projects from concept development and pre-opening through launch and ongoing operations.
- Build and manage the supply chain, including sourcing, supplier contracts, purchasing, and inventory.
- Define kitchen, bar, and back-of-house infrastructure, equipment, and asset requirements.
- Collaborate with international consultants, designers, and contractors to implement global standards in the local context.
- Recruit, train, and lead high-performing F&B teams.
- Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene requirements, including HACCP.
- Manage departmental budgets, food and beverage costs, and outlet P&L performance.
Experience And Qualification
- Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management, Hotel Administration, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- Experience • At least 10 years of F&B experience, including 5 or more years in senior leadership. • Proven experience leading hotel pre-openings from concept to launch. • Strong background in supply chain management, procurement, and cost control. • Hands-on knowledge of F&B infrastructure, equipment, and assets. • Track record of leading teams and delivering projects on time and within budget. • Sound knowledge of HACCP and food safety requirements.
- Skills • Proven operational and people leadership across multiple outlets. • Strong project planning and delivery capabilities. • Expertise in procurement, vendor management, and commercial negotiations. • Demonstrated budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and P&L management skills. • Effective stakeholder management and cross-functional coordination. • Excellent communication skills, with fluency in English and Urdu. • Strong commitment to guest satisfaction and consistent service standards.
- Preferred Skills and Competencies • Experience with an international hotel brand or in the GCC hospitality market. • Experience in high-volume, premium F&B operations. • Experience working with international consultants on hotel projects or pre-openings. • Knowledge of current F&B trends, menu development, and event operations.
Specific Requirements
PositionPurpose
IMARAT is seeking an accomplished Director of Food & Beverage to lead the Food & Beverage Department at
Courtyard by Marriott Islamabad, planned to open in 2027. This senior leadership role will shape the pre-opening
strategy and oversee the hotel’s food and beverage operations. The successful candidate will build a high
performing team, establish operational standards, and deliver memorable guest experiences while meeting quality,
financial, and brand objectives.
Director of Food & Beverage