Global F&B Director - Hospitality

About the Candidate:

• Partner with HQ and business units to deliver strong business results and the right investment approach for dining and lounges.
• Coach product owners across lounges, hotels, F&B outlets, and managed units to maintain service/quality standards.
• Support operational planning for pre-opening and ongoing operations.
• Develop and improve food & beverage concepts, brand standards, and operating methods.
• Monitor performance and recommend improvements.

• Support concept finalization, layouts, equipment, staffing, service flow, budgets, uniforms, and technology planning.
• Coordinate implementation with project and on-ground teams.
• Build pre-opening critical plans (critical path), staffing models, and equipment lists.
• Provide on-site support and training when needed.
• Lead/track renovation upgrades to operations, processes, and technology.

• Review KPIs for group and unit performance; conduct on-site evaluations and troubleshooting.
• Build action plans and update operational playbooks/modules as needed.
• Lead F&B initiatives (promotions, partnerships), ESG program, and loyalty/membership growth.

• Set targets, support commercial strategy, and ensure revenue and budget delivery.
• Use BI tools to analyze performance and drive better decisions.
• Improve manpower cost efficiency and controllable expenses.
• Support business reviews, pricing, and rate strategies to achieve EBITDA goals.
• Identify underperforming outlets and drive recovery plans.
• Coach teams on covers/pax/occupancy/rates/wages and financial discipline.

• Drive quality and food safety standards.
• Evaluate and roll out suitable technology and new products/equipment.
• Lead training and people development programs.

About the Candidate:

• Deep operations and business/finance knowledge.
• Strong communication, leadership, and coaching skills.
• Advanced Excel/MS Office and strong analytical skills.
• 15+ years relevant experience with proven success managing restaurants/retail environments.
• International exposure with pre-opening experience is a plus.
• Traveling is required.

If you are ready for above, pls share your CV to calvin.wan @ ambition.com.hk