F&B General Manager

About the Role

We are sourcing exceptional F&B General Managers on behalf of leading luxury hotel brands operating 5-star and 7-star properties across India. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for elevating the entire food and beverage experience — from fine dining and signature bars to in-room dining and large-scale banqueting. The ideal candidate brings a deep understanding of luxury guest expectations, cost controls, team development, and brand storytelling through food.

Key Responsibilities

1. Own and drive the full P&L for all F&B outlets across the property
2. Lead, mentor and develop multi-outlet teams of 50–200+ hospitality professionals
3. Design and execute seasonal menus, beverage programs, and guest experience strategies in alignment with brand standards
4. Manage supplier relationships, procurement, and inventory to hit food cost and beverage cost targets
5. Collaborate with the Executive Chef, Bar Manager, Sommelier, and Events team to create cohesive, premium guest experiences
6. Drive revenue through upselling strategies, promotional events, and F&B partnerships
7. Ensure compliance with FSSAI, hygiene standards, and international brand audits (LQA, Forbes, etc.)
8. Analyze guest feedback (TripAdvisor, internal NPS, mystery audits) and take corrective action

✅ Must Have

1. 12–18 years of progressive F&B experience with at least 3–5 years in a GM / Director of F&B role at a 5-star or luxury property
2. Strong exposure to multi-outlet operations (fine dining, all-day dining, bar, banquets, IRD)
3. Demonstrated P&L ownership and experience hitting food & beverage cost targets
4. Degree or diploma in Hotel Management from a recognized institution (IHM, Welcomgroup, or equivalent)
5. Excellent team leadership skills with experience managing large, cross-functional teams
6. Familiarity with LQA, Forbes 5-Star, or international brand standards
7. Strong command of POS systems, inventory software (FMC, Materials Control, or similar)
8. Fluency in English; strong communication and guest-facing presence

⭐ Nice to Have

1. International hotel brand experience (Marriott, IHG, Hyatt, Four Seasons, Oberoi, Taj)
2. Exposure to pre-opening of hotels or new F&B outlets
3. Knowledge of wine, spirits, and cocktail programs
4. Certified in food safety (HACCP, ISO 22000)
5. Multilingual (regional Indian languages a plus for destination properties)
6. Experience managing celebrity chef collaborations or signature dining concepts