Director of Food & Beverage
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Food & Beverage About Park Hyatt London River Thames Park Hyatt London River Thames offers 203 spacious and comfortable rooms, including two ambassador suites and a presidential suite. With stunning city and river views, signature Charlie Whinney
pieces
and a convenient location in the heart of London, the hotel is an ideal launchpad to explore the city, with nearby attractions including Big Ben, Buckingham
Palace
and Kings Road. The hotel features exquisite dining options,
state of the art
events space and an indulgent spa with relaxation lounges, spa
rooms
and an indoor pool. Our food and beverage collection reflects the cultural richness and culinary diversity of London.
Y
Gé
, our signature restaurant, celebrates the heritage of Cantonese cuisine with refined technique, culinary
mastery
and exceptional seasonal ingredients. The Nine Elms Kitchen provides an elevated all day dining experience, while The Nine Elms Bar offers a sophisticated residential style setting for crafted cocktails and elegant small plates. Recently launched, The Magic Table presents an immersive culinary journey that blends storytelling, visual
artistry
and exceptional cuisine in a truly memorable experience. The Opportunity As Director of Food and Beverage, you will guide the culinary and service identity of Park Hyatt London River Thames. Reporting to the General Manager, you will oversee all food and beverage operations across our restaurants,
bar
, lounge, immersive dining spaces, in room dining and event venues. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape distinctive dining experiences in a globally
recognised
city known for its diverse culinary landscape. If you bring luxury leadership experience and deep exposure to a cosmopolitan food scene such as London, we would be delighted to hear from you. What you will do as Director of Food and Beverage Lead, inspire and develop a high performing food and beverage team, cultivating a culture of excellence,creativityand genuine hospitality. Oversee the operation of all venues includingYGé, The Nine Elms Kitchen, The Nine Elms Bar and The Magic Table, ensuring seamless,personalisedand consistently memorable guest experiences. Collaborate with culinary and beverage leaders to elevate menus, strengthenconceptsand drive innovation across all outlets. Support the continued evolution of The Magic Table, ensuring its relevance and distinction in the London market. Enhance the hotel event and private dining offering through thoughtful menu planning, serviceexcellenceand refined execution. Implement strongfinancial managementpractices including forecasting, cost control,profitabilityand revenueoptimisation. Lead training and development initiatives that build capability, enhance luxury servicedeliveryand support long term career growth. Use guest insights and market intelligence to guide continuous improvement and strategic positioning. Champion sustainability, wellbeing and responsible sourcing across all food and beverage operations. Foster an inclusive and collaborative workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered. About you You bring extensive experience in luxury hotel food and beverage operations at a senior level, with a strong understanding of what defines exceptional service in a globally
recognised
culinary market. Exposure to a cosmopolitan environment such as London is highly
advantageous
, as is experience working to Forbes standards. You combine strategic thinking with a
hands on
leadership style and a genuine passion for creating distinctive, elevated dining experiences. You are
energised
by the opportunity to shape signature concepts and influence the food and beverage direction of a luxury hotel. What We Offer Leadership package including bonus, privatehealthcareand enhanced pension? 12 complimentary nights a year across Hyatt Hotels worldwide Discounted hotel stays for family and friends from day one Complimentary laundered business attire 50% discount on F&B at selected Hyatt Hotels Free meals while on duty Headspace membership and access to our Employee AssistanceProgramme Ongoing learning and development with global career progression opportunities At Hyatt We care for people so they can be their best
.
This is
demonstrated
in our values of Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Inclusion, Experimentation and Wellbeing. Joining us means you will be part of the ever-growing Hyatt family which has 1150 hotels in over 70 countries and is
recognised
as a Great Place to Work Company! Being part of Hyatt means always having space to be you. We are passionate about diversity,
equity
and inclusion. Our global teams are a mosaic of cultures, ethnicities, genders, ages,
abilities
and identities. Join a team that is making travel more human. Connected. Sustainable. Here, everyone's role matters. Opportunities are yours to shape. Your individuality is celebrated. At the heart of Hyatt is our shared belief that hospitality is more than just a job
its
a career for people who care. Next Steps
Apply today for this Director of Food and Beverage role and start your journey with Hyatt Hotels.
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- Location:
- United Kingdom
- Job Type:
- PartTime