Executive Assistant Manager – Food & Beverage for a luxury oceanfront resort in East Africa
(Candidates must have International and out of country experience in luxury hotels/resorts)
The Executive Assistant Manager – Food & Beverage (EAM F&B) is a senior executive leadership role responsible for the strategic direction, operational excellence, and financial performance of all Food & Beverage operations at an award-winning luxury oceanfront resort in East Africa. The resort is part of a well-established international luxury hotel and resort group, operating to globally recognized brand and service standards.
The property features six (6) distinctive restaurants and bars, extensive event and private dining venues, and an exclusive golf resort catering to a sophisticated, high-net-worth international clientele. This role requires a highly experienced, hands-on Food & Beverage leader with a proven international luxury background and the ability to consistently deliver world-class culinary and service experiences in a luxury oceanfront environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide strategic leadership and hands-on operational oversight for all Food & Beverage outlets, including fine dining, casual dining, bars, lounges, in-room dining, banqueting, events, and golf resort F&B operations.
* Ensure all outlets operate in full alignment with the brand standards, service philosophy, and quality expectations of the international luxury hotel group.
* Lead, coach, and inspire a large, multicultural Food & Beverage team, fostering a culture of excellence, accountability, and guest-centric service.
* Actively participate as a member of the Executive Committee, working closely with the General Manager to support the overall vision, positioning, and long-term success of the resort.
* Deliver highly personalized, anticipatory service tailored to discerning international and golf resort guests.
* Maintain exceptional service standards across all dining experiences, ensuring consistency, elegance, and attention to detail.
* Build strong relationships with VIP guests, repeat clientele, and high-profile visitors, proactively addressing guest feedback and expectations.
* Oversee the development, execution, and continuous enhancement of all restaurant and bar concepts.
* Ensure a diverse, innovative, and refined offering of international cuisine, incorporating local and regional influences where appropriate while meeting global luxury standards.
* Work closely with the Executive Chef to drive menu innovation, product quality, presentation, and seasonal programming aligned with international trends.
* Assume full responsibility for the financial performance of the Food & Beverage division, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and profitability.
* Drive revenue growth through strategic pricing, menu engineering, upselling initiatives, and effective labor and inventory management.
* Identify and implement opportunities to enhance revenue across restaurants, bars, events, private dining, and golf operations.
* Ensure full compliance with all brand standards, food safety regulations, health and safety requirements, and local statutory guidelines.
* Prepare and lead the Food & Beverage division through internal audits, brand reviews, and quality assurance assessments.
* Protect and enhance the resort’s award-winning reputation through consistent delivery of excellence.
Requirements:
* Minimum 8-10 years of progressive Food & Beverage leadership experience within international luxury hotels and resorts .
* Mandatory experience with a well-established international luxury hotel or resort group .
* Proven track record overseeing multiple restaurants and bars in high-end, oceanfront or resort environments.
* Strong experience in international cuisine, with prior exposure to East Africa and comparable luxury leisure destinations highly preferred.
* Experience within a golf resort or premium leisure environment is strongly desirable.
* Demonstrated ability to operate within global brand standards while adapting to local cultural and market nuances.
Skills & Competencies
* Inspirational leader with a polished, hands-on, and guest-focused management style.
* Strong financial and commercial acumen with a results-driven mindset.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder-management skills.
* Culturally sensitive and experienced in leading diverse, multinational teams.
* Strategic thinker with a passion for innovation, service excellence, and luxury hospitality.
* Professional, refined, and confident with strong executive presence.
* Detail-oriented, organized, and performance-driven.
* Adaptable, resilient, and capable of thriving in a dynamic international luxury resort environment.
Compensation:
Upwards US$52,000 net annual salary + all expat benefits. For single status candidates only.
If you meet the qualifications, please submit your CV and cover letter to Yasmin Khambatta at yasmin@renardinternational.com and Pina Mercuri at pmercuri@renardinternational.com