Assistant Director of Food and Beverage
18 hours ago
London
About Four Seasons:Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture. At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.About the location:Surrounded by the capital’s greenery and most coveted shopping streets, Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane seamlessly balances award-winning design with the city’s high notes. Take in views of Hyde Park from sun-drenched rooms and our rooftop spa, enjoy a leisurely meal on our one-of-a-kind al fresco terrace, then stroll to explore London’s famous sights.Assistant Director of Food and BeverageFour Seasons Hotel London at Park LaneAt Four Seasons, Food and Beverage is more than service. It is about creating memorable experiences, building exceptional teams, and delivering excellence across every guest touchpoint.Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane is seeking an experienced and inspiring Assistant Director of Food and Beverage to join our leadership team. This is a significant opportunity for a proven hospitality leader to help shape the strategy, culture, and performance of one of London's most iconic luxury hotels.The roleReporting to the Director of Food and Beverage, you will play a key role in the leadership of a diverse and dynamic Food and Beverage operation, overseeing restaurants, bars, lounges, in room dining, banqueting, and stewarding.As a highly visible leader, you will be responsible for driving operational excellence, developing high performing teams, maximising commercial performance, and ensuring every guest experience reflects Four Seasons standards.This role is ideal for a hospitality professional who combines strong commercial acumen with a genuine passion for people, culture, and luxury service.What you will doSupport the Director of Food and Beverage in the overall leadership and strategic direction of the divisionLead, coach, and develop departmental leaders across restaurants, bars, lounges, in room dining, banqueting, and stewardingDrive exceptional guest experiences through operational excellence and service innovationMonitor and improve financial performance through effective labour management, forecasting, budgeting, and cost controlBuild strong partnerships with the culinary team to ensure seamless execution across all meal periods and eventsLead performance conversations, succession planning, and talent development across the divisionSupport the planning and delivery of special events, promotions, and hotel initiativesChampion health, safety, and compliance standards throughout the operationAnalyse market trends and competitor activity to identify opportunities for growth and innovationDeputise for the Director of Food and Beverage when required, ensuring the smooth operation of the divisionWhat we are looking forProven leadership experience within luxury hospitality, ideally at Assistant Director of Food and Beverage, Director of Restaurants, Director of Operations, or senior Food and Beverage management levelExperience leading multiple outlets within a luxury hotel environmentStrong commercial awareness with experience managing revenue, labour, payroll, and profitabilityA passion for developing people and building high performing teamsExceptional communication and stakeholder management skillsStrong operational knowledge across restaurants, bars, banqueting, and in room diningAbility to balance strategic priorities with day to day operational leadershipA hands on leadership style aligned to Four Seasons values and the Golden RuleProfessional fluency in both French and English is essential to support our operationsRight to Work in the UKWhat to expectFull time leadership positionSignificant exposure across all Food and Beverage disciplinesOpportunity to influence strategy, culture, guest experience, and commercial performanceDirect collaboration with senior hotel leadershipWhat we offerFour Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane, we support passionate people who want to grow, lead, and build long term careers within a world class luxury brand.Competitive remuneration package inclusive of base salary and bonus schemeExcellent training and clearly defined career development pathwaysStrong internal progression opportunities across London and the global Four Seasons portfolioHoliday entitlement increasing with service up to 33 daysCompany Sick Pay, increasing with serviceLife insurance while on dutyUp to 20 complimentary nights at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts worldwide, increasing with service, as well as heavily discounted rates at all properties50% discount across UK Four Seasons food and beverage outlets from day one for up to four guestsComplimentary meals while on duty in Zest, our staff cafeteria, with refreshments available throughout the dayAccess to Wellhub for fitness, mindfulness, therapy, nutrition, and sleep supportBupa Dental Cover or Bupa Cash PlanEnhanced maternity and paternity payUniform with complimentary professional dry cleaning from day oneSeason Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme availableAccess to Stream for greater pay flexibility and discountsEmployee recognition programmes including monthly awards and eventsAnnual themed team events plus regular social, charitable, and sporting activitiesLead one of London's premier Food and Beverage operationsThis is a rare opportunity to join a flagship Four Seasons property and help shape the future of an ambitious and evolving Food and Beverage division.If you are a passionate hospitality leader who thrives on developing people, driving performance, and creating exceptional guest experiences, we would be delighted to hear from you.We look forward to receiving your application.SummaryLocation: Four Seasons LondonType: Full time